How to Pronounce "morgenstern"
word
/ˈmɔɹɡɪnstɝn/
MOR-gin-stern
/ˈmɔːɡənˌstɜːn/
MAW-guhn-STERN
Definition
A morgenstern is a medieval weapon with a spiked metal ball mounted on a stick or handle. It was used in Europe during the Middle Ages, mainly in battle.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈmɔɹɡɪnstɝn/
British English
/ˈmɔːɡənˌstɜːn/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
MOR-gin-stern
UK
MAW-guhn-STERN
Listen in Context
A morgenstern was used by knights in medieval battles.
The museum has a real morgenstern on display.
A morgenstern is different from a regular mace.
He admired the craftsmanship of the ancient morgenstern in the collection.