Kebab
/ˈkeːbap/masculine
In German, the English phrase "kebab" is translated as Kebab. Wiktionary also lists Kebap and Fleischspieß.
Meaning: dish (noun)
Ways to say it
| German | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Kebab | /ˈkeːbap/ /keˈbap/ |
masculine |
| Kebap | /ˈkeːbap/ | masculine |
| Fleischspieß | masculine | |
| Döner (doner kebab) | masculine |
Which one should you use?
While Kebab and Kebap are both used, Döner is the term most commonly used in Germany when referring to a kebab. If you are looking for a more descriptive and formal word meaning "meat skewer", you should use Fleischspieß.
How does it change in a sentence?
Kebab is a masculine noun and takes the definite article der.
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈkeːbap/
Did you know?
- The modern Döner as sold in Germany was popularized in Berlin during the 1970s by putting the meat inside a pita bread. This 'sandwich' style was an innovation specifically for the German fast food market to make it easier to eat while walking.
- When asking for a Döner in Germany, you may be asked if you want mit allem, which means 'with everything'. This refers to a standard set of salad and sauce, not a literal request for everything in the kitchen.
- The term Kebab entered the German language through Turkish, which had previously borrowed it from the Arabic word kabāb.
Examples in context
- Dieser Kebab ist zu fett.This kebab is too fatty.This sentence is useful for describing the fat content of a Kebab.Tatoeba #4311469 by brauchinet, translation #8624972 by CAMERONCASSIDY7
- Tom aß einen Döner kebap.Tom ate a doner kebab.This sentence is useful for describing the consumption of a Kebap.Tatoeba #7327830 by Pfirsichbaeumchen, translation #6628123 by Hybrid
- In vielen Restaurants der Türkei ist Kebap das Hauptgericht.In many restaurants in Turkey, kebab is the main entree.This sentence is useful for noting that Kebap is a main dish in many Turkish restaurants.Tatoeba #4041236 by Pfirsichbaeumchen, translation #3934936 by AlanF_US
- Ich hätte gerne einen Döner, bitte.I would like one kebab, please.
- Ich nehme 'nen Döner.I'll take a kebab.
- Könnte ich bitte 'nen Döner haben?Could I please have a kebab?
- Mit scharfer Soße, bitteWith spicy sauce, please.
- Zum Mitnehmen, bitte.This phrase indicates that you want your kebab as a takeaway.
- Guten Tag! Ich hätte gerne einen Döner mit scharfer Soße, bitte.Good day! I would like a kebab with spicy sauce, please.
- Ich nehme 'nen Döner ohne Zwiebeln, bitte.I'll take a kebab without onions, please.
- Jetzt kannst du Döner bestellen!Now you can order a kebab!
- 3 more sentences on Tatoeba
Example conversation
Lukas and Julia are deciding what to eat for lunch.
- LukasHast du Lust auf einen Kebab?Do you feel like having a kebab?
- JuliaJa, das klingt super!Yes, that sounds great!
- LukasIch bestelle uns zwei Kebab.I'll order two kebabs for us.
- JuliaDanke, Lukas!Thanks, Lukas!
Sources
- Wiktionary, “kebab” translations and entries Kebab, Kebap, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries Döner, Kebab, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
