German · Food & Drink
"Pork" in German: Schweinefleisch
das Schweinefleisch
Pork in German is das Schweinefleisch. Menus often say vom Schwein. Many classic dishes like Schnitzel or Bratwurst use pork unless labeled otherwise.
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How to pronounce Schweinefleisch
Say it
SHVY-nuh-flysh
/ˈʃvaɪ̯nəflaɪ̯ʃ/
SHVY-nuh-flysh. Soft sch as sh. Ei in Schwein and Fleisch like eye.
"Pork" in German: quick reference
| German | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| das Schweinefleisch | pork The meat. | The meat. |
| vom Schwein | pork (menu label) Shorter on menus. | Shorter on menus. |
| Schweineschnitzel | pork schnitzel Common dish. | Common dish. |
| Schweinesteak | pork steak Grill cut. | Grill cut. |
How to use Schweinefleisch in real life
- 1Ordering
Ist das Schnitzel aus Schweinefleisch?
Is the schnitzel made of pork?
Aus Schweinefleisch.
- 2Cooking
Das Schweinefleisch sollte gut durchgebraten sein.
The pork should be well cooked through.
Das Schweinefleisch.
- 3Shopping
Ich brauche Schweinefleisch für Gulasch.
I need pork for goulash.
Schweinefleisch for…
Mistakes English speakers make with Schweinefleisch
Incorrect: das Pork
Correct: das Schweinefleisch
Use Schweinefleisch.
Incorrect: der Schweinefleisch
Correct: das Schweinefleisch
Neuter: das.
Good to know
Pork is common in German cooking, so guests who avoid it often ask Ist da Schweinefleisch drin? early. Supermarkets label alternatives clearly next to Schweinefleisch packs.
Try it in a ChatPal conversation
Checking a restaurant menu
ChatPal
Enthält die Soße Schweinefleisch?
Does the sauce contain pork?
You
Laut Karte ja — mit Schweinefleisch.
According to the menu yes — with pork.
ChatPal
Dann nehme ich etwas ohne Schweinefleisch.
Then I'll take something without pork.
You
Gute Wahl. Ich bestelle das Gericht mit Schweinefleisch.
Good choice. I'll order the dish with pork.
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FAQ
Common questions about "Pork" in German
How do you say pork?
Das Schweinefleisch.
On menus?
Often vom Schwein.
Gender?
Neuter: das Schweinefleisch.
How to ask if a dish has pork?
Ist da Schweinefleisch drin?
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