How to Pronounce "pumpernickel"
word
ˈpəmpɝˌnɪkəɫ
PUM-per-nik-uhl
pˈʌmpənˌɪkəl
PUMP-uh-nik-uhl
Definition
Pumpernickel is a type of dense, dark brown bread made mainly from coarsely ground whole rye. It has a slightly sweet, earthy flavor and is a traditional bread from Germany.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpəmpɝˌnɪkəɫ
British English
pˈʌmpənˌɪkəl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PUM-per-nik-uhl
UK
PUMP-uh-nik-uhl
Listen in Context
I bought a loaf of pumpernickel at the bakery.
Pumpernickel is darker than white bread.
She had butter on her pumpernickel.
Have you ever tried authentic German pumpernickel?