Pronunciation: [ɡlˈat] (IPA) 
The word "glatt" is commonly pronounced with a "g" sound followed by a "laht" sound. In phonetic transcription, this is written as /ɡlæt/. However, it can also be spelled as "glatt" and pronounced with a "gl" sound followed by a "aht" sound, which is represented as /ɡlɑt/. This discrepancy is due to the fact that the word has origins in both German and Yiddish languages, leading to variations in pronunciation and spelling.
"Glatt" is an adjective derived from the Yiddish language, commonly used in Jewish culinary contexts, particularly in relation to the preparation of kosher meat products. The term specifically refers to the status of meat as being "glatt kosher," indicating that it closely adheres to the highest standard of kashrut (Jewish dietary laws) regarding the inspection and slaughter of animals.
In strict kosher dietary observance, glatt kosher signifies that the lungs of the animal have been thoroughly examined to ensure they are free from any adhesions, discolorations, or lesions, which is an important criterion for determining the animal's health and the legitimacy of its kosher status. The term "glatt" itself translates to "smooth" in Yiddish, denoting the requirement of smoothly-textured lungs uncompromised by any irregularities. The meticulous inspection is congruous with the general principle of kosher practice to promote cleanliness, purity, and ethical considerations in food consumption.
While "glatt" primarily relates to the kosher meat industry, it has gained wider usage by Jews and sometimes non-Jews to connote a sense of strict adherence to a particular standard, regardless of the original context. Metaphorically, it can represent a high degree of thoroughness, authenticity, or reliability in a variety of fields or situations outside of kosher dietary guidelines.
Overall, "glatt" serves as an important term within Jewish dietary practices, specifically pertaining to the meticulous examination of animal lungs to ascertain their kosher status, while also extending its meaning metaphorically to symbolize the highest level of scrutiny and integrity.
The word "glatt" is derived from Yiddish, which itself originates from German.
In German, the word "glatt" means "smooth" or "even". In the context of kosher food, "glatt" refers to meat that is deemed to be exceptionally smooth or without any imperfections or defects. The term "glatt kosher" is used to describe meat that not only complies with the basic requirements of kosher laws but also meets additional stringent standards regarding the inspection and absence of certain abnormalities or lesions in the lungs of the animal.
In Yiddish, the word "glatt" has the same meaning as in German. Since Yiddish is a language that emerged from German and is heavily influenced by Hebrew, the term "glatt" was adopted into Yiddish-speaking Jewish communities to describe kosher meat that meets the higher standard of "glatt kosher".
