Hotdog
/ˈhɔt.dɔk/masculine, neuter
The German phrase for hot dog is Hotdog. It is also spelled Hot Dog. Wiktionary also lists Bratwurst im Brötchen.
Meaning: frankfurter in a bun (noun)
Ways to say it
| German | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Hotdog | /ˈhɔt.dɔk/ /ˈhɔtɔk/ |
masculine, neuter |
| Bratwurst im Brötchen | /ˈbʁaːtvʊʁst ɪm ˈbʁøːtçən/ (word by word) | neuter |
| Hot Dog | [ˈhɔtdɔk] (narrow) | masculine, neuter, alternative form |
In Germany, Hotdog is commonly used to specifically refer to the American-style snack with a soft bun and often various toppings like ketchup or mustard.
Which one should you use?
While Hotdog refers to the American-style snack, Bratwurst im Brötchen is used to describe a more traditional German sausage served in a crusty bread roll.
How does it change in a sentence?
The plural of the loanword Hotdog is formed by adding an 's'.
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈhɔt.dɔk/. The stress is on the 1st of 2 syllables.
Did you know?
- The word Bratwurst may be a linguistic blend of Brät meaning 'meat paste' and braten meaning 'to fry'.
- In many German cities, a Bratwurst im Brötchen is sold from specialized trailers called Imbisswagen rather than fixed restaurants.
Examples in context
- Magst du deinen Hotdog?Do you like your hot dog?This sentence is useful for asking if someone likes their Hotdog.Tatoeba #13432790 by Vortarulo, translation #845552 by Disconnect
- Er hat ihr einen Hot dog gekauft.He bought a hot dog for her.This sentence shows how to use the alternative spelling Hot Dog.Tatoeba #12858082 by Waldelfe, translation #8514201 by CH
- Ich habe einen Hotdog zu Mittag gegessen.I ate a hot dog for lunch.This sentence demonstrates the use of Hotdog in a sentence about lunch.Tatoeba #651351 by BraveSentry, translation #259448 by CK
- Entschuldigen Sie bitte, ich möchte ein Würstchen im Brötchen bestellen.Excuse me, I would like to order a hot dog.
- 3 more sentences on Tatoeba
Example conversation
A street food stall during a summer festival.
- LauraMöchtest du einen Hotdog?Would you like a hot dog?
- MaximilianJa, bitte, mit viel Ketchup.Yes, please, with lots of ketchup.
- LauraHier ist dein Hotdog, Maximilian.Here is your hot dog, Maximilian.
- MaximilianDanke, Laura, der sieht lecker aus!Thanks, Laura, that looks delicious!
Sources
- Wiktionary, “hot dog” translations and entries Hotdog, Hot Dog, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- IPA marked “word by word” joins the Wiktionary pronunciations of each word (Bratwurst, im, Brötchen) and can differ in connected speech.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries Bratwurst, Brötchen, Hotdog, im, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
