Definition

A type of sausage made from finely ground pork, often seasoned and typically grilled or fried.

Example

I love to eat bratwurst at summer barbecues.

Conversation

Have you ever tried a bratwurst at the festival?

No, I haven't! What's it like?

It's a delicious sausage, usually grilled and very flavorful.

That sounds amazing! I should definitely give it a try.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Bratwurst is formed from "brät" (from German, meaning finely chopped meat) and "Wurst" (from German, meaning sausage). The word refers to a type of sausage made from finely minced meat.

Memory Tip

Think of 'brät' as finely chopped meat and 'Wurst' as sausage — that's why bratwurst is a sausage made from finely chopped meat.

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