How to pronounce Tafelspitz

In the International Phonetic Alphabet it is /ˈtaːfl̩ˌʃpɪts/. In plain English letters that is TAH-fel-shpits, with the stress on the syllable in capitals. The recording above is by Jeuwre, a native speaker, shared on Wikimedia Commons.

What is Tafelspitz?

Tafelspitz is a main dish of Austria. Where it comes from: Vienna. People usually eat it at lunch or dinner. Its main ingredients are beef, vegetables and potato. It tastes savory.

Where Tafelspitz comes from

Tafelspitz is one of 29 signature dishes of Austria on this map. See all dishes from Vienna.

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