Wiener schnitzel

noun

Wie·​ner schnit·​zel ˈvē-nər-ˌshnit-səl  ˈwē-nər-ˌsnit- 

: a thin breaded veal cutlet

Examples of Wiener schnitzel in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The menu specializes in steaks, along with German specialties such as Wiener schnitzel and dessert cocktails. — Ron Faiola, Midwest Living, 15 Jan. 2026

There are several German favorites on the menu, such as Wiener schnitzel and spätzle (egg noodles), alongside Balkan staples like cevapcici (sausages), shopska salad and cabbage rolls. — Usa Today Network, USA TODAY, 15 Feb. 2024

For those unfamiliar with German cuisine, Wiener schnitzel is crumbed veal and Blutwurst is blood sausage. — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 15 Sep. 2023

The Old World setting compels me to order that Wiener schnitzel, a lunch selection and another example of the lengths Prager goes to get things right. — Washington Post, 28 Jan. 2022

While true Wiener schnitzel must be made with veal, plain schnitzel can be made with practically anything that can be pounded to a cutlet. — New York Times, 8 Mar. 2021

Word History

Etymology

German, literally, Vienna cutlet

First Known Use

1862, in the meaning defined above