Apfelstrudel
[ˈapfl̩ˌʃtʀuːdl̩]
Apfelstrudel is the German term for apple strudel.
Apfelstrudel refers to a traditional pastry made of thin layers of dough filled with sliced apples and cinnamon.
What does it mean word for word?
The word is a compound noun consisting of Apfel (apple) and Strudel (whirlpool or swirl, referring to the shape of the dough).
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Austria, apple strudel is also known as Wiener Apfelstrudel.
How does it change in a sentence?
The noun is masculine, so it takes the definite article der. The plural form of Apfelstrudel is identical to the singular form.
Did you know?
- Despite the name Wiener Apfelstrudel implying a connection to Vienna, the pastry's origins are linked to the influence of the Ottoman Empire and Turkish baklava.
- A truly authentic Apfelstrudel dough must be stretched by hand until it is so thin that a newspaper can be read through it.
- If you order an Apfelstrudel in an upscale Austrian cafe, it is traditionally served with 'Schlagobers', which is the local term for whipped cream, rather than the standard German 'Schlagsahne'.
Examples in context
- Guten Tag, könnten Sie mir bitte ein Stück Apfelstrudel geben?Good day, could you please give me a piece of apple strudel?
- Kann ich bitte das Rezept für Apfelstrudel haben?Can I please have the recipe for apple strudel?
- Möchtest du etwas Sahne zu deinem Apfelstrudel?Would you like some cream with your apple strudel?
- Der Apfelstrudel schmeckt fantastisch.The apple strudel tastes fantastic.
- Ich möchte ein Stück Apfelstrudel essen.I want to eat a piece of apple strudel.
- Ist der Apfelstrudel noch warm?Is the apple strudel still warm?
Example conversation
Sarah and Felix are sitting in a cozy cafe.
- SarahWas bestellen wir heute?What are we ordering today?
- FelixIch nehme den Apfelstrudel.I'll take the apple strudel.
- SarahGute Idee, er sieht lecker aus.Good idea, it looks delicious.
- FelixIch freue mich schon darauf.I am already looking forward to it.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry Apfelstrudel, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
