Empanada
The English phrase "stuffed pastry" is translated into German as Empanada.
Empanada refers to a type of stuffed pastry. This word is widely recognized and used in everyday German.
Meaning: stuffed pastry (noun)
Did you know?
- In Germany, the term Teigtasche serves as a linguistic umbrella that covers everything from an Empanada to a Chinese dumpling or a pierogi.
- Because Empanada is a noun, it must always be written with a capital letter in German, a rule that applies even to many words borrowed from English or Spanish.
- Despite the global popularity of the term, you will rarely see a traditional German bakery using Empanada to describe their own pastries like 'Maultaschen', which are also stuffed dough products.
Examples in context
- Die Empanada schmeckt sehr gut.The empanada tastes very good.
- Ich möchte eine warme Empanada kaufen.I want to buy a warm empanada.
- Diese Empanada ist mit Fleisch gefüllt.This empanada is filled with meat.
Example conversation
Two friends are deciding what to eat for lunch at a food stall.
- SarahSoll ich eine Empanada für uns holen?Should I get an empanada for us?
- FelixJa, das klingt nach einem guten Plan.Yes, that sounds like a good plan.
- SarahMöchtest du lieber eine mit Käse?Would you rather have one with cheese?
- FelixNein, ich nehme die mit Fleisch.No, I'll take the one with meat.
