Essen
food / meal
A neuter noun (das Essen) meaning 'food' or 'meal'. Also identical to the verb 'essen' (to eat). 'Das Essen ist fertig!' (Dinner is ready!) is heard in every German household.
| Article | Plural | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|
| das Essen | die — | /ˈɛsn̩/ |
Example Sentences
Das Essen schmeckt gut.
The food tastes good.
Was gibt es heute zum Essen?
What's for dinner today?
Das Essen ist fertig!
The food is ready!
Compound Words
Abendessen (das) — dinner
Mittagessen (das) — lunch
Common Mistakes
Confusing noun and verb: 'Ich Essen gern'
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