How to pronounce "ertappt" in German
ɛɐ̯ˈtapn̩
er·TAPPT
Primary stress: tappt
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Der Einbrecher wurde auf frischer Tat ertappt.
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The German word “ertappt” is transcribed in the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) as ɛɐ̯ˈtapn̩. Phonologically, it consists of 2 syllables (er · tappt), with primary lexical stress placed on the 2nd syllable (tappt). Grammatically, “ertappt” functions as a verb. Hear native speakers say ertappt in context across real video clips
Definition & Meaning: “ertappt”
- to catch (someone in an act of wrongdoing)
- inflection of ertappen:
- second-person plural present
Example Sentences (1)
- “Der Einbrecher wurde auf frischer Tat ertappt.”
Pronounce: “ertappt”
- Syllables:
- er · tappt
- Primary stress:
- tappt
- IPA:
- ɛɐ̯ˈtapn̩
- Hear it in context
- ertappt
Frequently asked questions about ertappt
How do you pronounce “ertappt” in German?
“ertappt” is pronounced ⁄ɛɐ̯ˈtapn̩⁄ in German. Listen to authentic native speakers using it in the video clips above.
What does “ertappt” mean?
“ertappt” means: to catch (someone in an act of wrongdoing)