schnitzel

[ˈʃnɪtsəl]

schnitzel Definition

a thin slice of meat, usually veal or pork, that is breaded and fried.

Using schnitzel: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "schnitzel" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    I ordered a schnitzel with fries for lunch.

  • Example

    The restaurant serves the best schnitzel in town.

  • Example

    My grandmother used to make schnitzel for dinner every Sunday.

schnitzel Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for schnitzel

Phrases with schnitzel

  • a traditional Austrian dish made of a thin, breaded, pan-fried veal cutlet

    Example

    I tried Wiener Schnitzel for the first time during my trip to Vienna.

  • Jägerschnitzel

    a German dish made of a breaded and fried pork cutlet served with a mushroom sauce

    Example

    I always order Jägerschnitzel when I go to my favorite German restaurant.

  • a sandwich made with a schnitzel, usually served on a bun with lettuce, tomato, and condiments

    Example

    I grabbed a schnitzel sandwich from the deli for lunch.

Origins of schnitzel

from German 'Schnitt' meaning 'slice'

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Summary: schnitzel in Brief

'Schnitzel' [ˈʃnɪtsəl] is a thin slice of meat, typically veal or pork, that is breaded and fried. It is a popular dish in German and Austrian cuisine, often served with fries or potato salad. Variations include Wiener Schnitzel, a breaded and pan-fried veal cutlet, and Jägerschnitzel, a pork cutlet served with mushroom sauce. 'Schnitzel sandwich' is a sandwich made with a schnitzel.

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