How to Pronounce "Dachshund"
Medium🌐 German word
IPA
ˈdɑːkshʊnd
Syllables:
dachs·hund
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What does "Dachshund" mean?
nounA small breed of dog with a long body and short legs, originally bred in Germany to hunt badgers.
Example:
"My neighbor has a friendly Dachshund that loves to play fetch in the park."
Origin of "Dachshund"
From German Dachs meaning badger and Hund meaning dog.
How to Say "Dachshund"
🗣️ Step by Step
Break it down like this: 'DAHK' (rhymes with 'rock') + 'SHOOND' (sounds like 'shoond' in 'sounded'). Put the stress on the first syllable: 'DAHK-shoond'.
⚠️ Common Mistake
A common mistake is pronouncing it as 'Dachshund' with a flat 'dawn' sound, instead of the correct 'DAHK' sound, leading to confusion.
💬 Example
My neighbor has a friendly Dachshund that loves to play fetch in the park.
Frequently asked questions
How do you pronounce Dachshund?
Dachshund is pronounced ˈdɑːkshʊnd. Click the audio button above to hear the correct pronunciation in American, British, and Australian English.
Is Dachshund hard to pronounce?
Dachshund is considered medium to pronounce. The IPA phonetic transcription is ˈdɑːkshʊnd.
What language is Dachshund from?
Dachshund originates from German. From German Dachs meaning badger and Hund meaning dog.