What does the word ersatz mean precisely?

Anonymous

∙ 13y ago

Updated: 8/20/2019

The word "Ersatz" is a German word meaning substitute for or replacement of. It usually refers to something of less quality than the original. For example PG Tips (tea) vs store brand tea.

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What does the word Ersatz mean in English?

Depending on context, Ersatz can be translated as:surrogatereplacementsubstitutesparealternativerefundcompensationreimbursement

In Lemony Snicket's book the Ersatz Elevator What does 'ersatz' mean?

In simplest terms Ersatz means Fake or a Substitute.

Word ending in z that means artificial?

Ersatz.

What word means used as a temporary replacement?

Ersatz

What is a six-letter word for substitute ending in z?

Ersatz.

What is a word meaning cheap substitute with 6 letters?

ersatz

What is a rhyming word pair for unreal rugs?

ersatz mats

What does ersatz mean?

As an adjective, ersatz means "made in imitation". As a noun, an ersatz is something which is made in imitation, as an effigy or substitute for the original.

What is the word for fake products?

knock-off, imitation, ersatz

What does the word parallel sides mean?

It means both sides are precisely the same distance apart .

More words for the word fake?

Other words for fake are phony, false, faux, or ersatz.

How do you use ersatz in a sentence?

When Joe brought home an ersatz diamond ring, his fiancee threw him out.