How to Pronounce Weltschmerz

To pronounce "weltschmerz", say WELTSCHM-erz — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈvɛltʃmɛːts/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

11

Letters

/ˈvɛltʃmɛːts/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “weltschmerz”

"weltschmerz" has 2 syllables: weltschm-erz.

What does weltschmerz mean?

noun

  1. (sometimes capitalized) World-weariness; an apathetic or pessimistic view of life; depression concerning or discomfort with the human condition or state of the world.

Synonyms

acediaennuimal du siècle

Related words

world-wearinessdespondencydisaffectationhopelessnessdespairingwishlessnessdesponding

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "weltschmerz"?▾

"Weltschmerz" has 2 syllables: weltschm · erz.

What is the IPA transcription of "weltschmerz"?▾

The IPA transcription of "weltschmerz" is /ˈvɛltʃmɛːts/.

What does "weltschmerz" mean?▾

Weltschmerz: (sometimes capitalized) World-weariness; an apathetic or pessimistic view of life; depression concerning or discomfort with the human condition or state of the world.

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