Meaning of the word ersatz in English
What does ersatz mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
ersatz
US /ˈer.zɑːts/
UK /ˈer.zɑːts/
Adjective
1.
used instead of something else, usually because the other thing is too expensive or rare:
Example:
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I'm allowed to eat ersatz chocolate made from carob beans, but it's a poor substitute for the real thing.
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