Strudel
/ˈʃtʁuːdl̩/masculine
In German, the word for layered pastry is Strudel.
Strudel refers to a type of layered pastry. The most common specific variety is the Apfelstrudel, which is an apple strudel.
Meaning: layered pastry (noun)
What does it mean word for word?
The word Strudel literally means whirlpool or eddy, which refers to the spiral shape of the filling or the swirling motion of the dough.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Austria, the term Topfenstrudel is popular to describe a curd cheese strudel. In parts of Germany, particularly the Rhine region, you may find a regional variation called Streuselstrudel.
How does it change in a sentence?
Strudel is a masculine noun. The plural form is also Strudel, meaning the word does not change when referring to more than one. Because it is masculine, it changes to den Strudel when it functions as the direct object (accusative case) of a sentence.
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈʃtʁuːdl̩/
Did you know?
- The word Strudel is related to the English word 'stream' through their shared ancient root meaning 'to flow'.
- In German, Strudel is used to describe both a delicious dessert and a dangerous whirlpool in a river.
Examples in context
- Mir schmeckten der Sauerkirschenstrudel und der Strudel mit Nussfüllung.I liked the sour cherry strudel and the nut filled strudel.This sentence is useful for distinguishing between a sour cherry strudel and a nut filled Strudel.Tatoeba #2233513 by Pfirsichbaeumchen, translation #885448 by U2FS
- Herr Schmidt, würden Sie gerne einen Apfelstrudel probieren?Mr. Schmidt, would you like to try an apple strudel?
- Entschuldigung, könnte ich bitte einen Topfenstrudel haben?Excuse me, may I please have a curd cheese strudel?
- Ich hätte gerne einen Strudel, bitte.I would like a strudel, please.
- Kann ich bitte einen Apfelstrudel haben?Can I have an apple strudel, please?
- Haben Sie vielleicht einen Obststrudel mit Beeren?Do you happen to have a fruit strudel with berries?
- Der Strudel ist sehr süß.The strudel is very sweet.
- Möchtest du ein Stück Strudel?Would you like a piece of strudel?
Example conversation
Laura and Julian are at a cafe.
- LauraJulian, probierst du diesen Strudel?Julian, are you trying this strudel?
- JulianJa, der Strudel schmeckt sehr gut.Yes, the strudel tastes very good.
- LauraSoll ich dir noch ein Stück geben?Should I give you another piece?
- JulianNein danke, ich bin satt.No thanks, I am full.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “strudel” translations and entries Strudel, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries Strudel, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
