Linsensuppe
The English phrase 'lentil soup' is translated into German as Linsensuppe.
Linsensuppe is used to refer to the dish of lentil soup.
What does it mean word for word?
This compound noun is made of the words Linsen (lentils) and Suppe (soup).
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Swabia, you might refer to this dish as Schwäbische Linsensuppe.
How does it change in a sentence?
Linsensuppe is a feminine noun. For example, the indefinite article is eine (eine Linsensuppe). The plural form of the noun is Linsensuppen.
Did you know?
- The word for lentils, Linsen, is also used in German to describe 'lenses' in optics, such as the glass lenses in a pair of spectacles.
- The word Linsen is used in the German idiom Linsen zählen, which describes someone who is overly stingy or obsessed with small amounts of money.
- In Swabia, a traditional version of this dish is often served with Spätzle and fried Elsspicker (bacon bits) to make it a complete meal.
Examples in context
- Tom macht heute Linsensuppe.Tom is making lentil soup today.This sentence shows someone making Linsensuppe.Tatoeba #12892578 by Naina, translation #11918094 by Ergulis
- Es geht doch nichts über einen deftigen Teller Linsensuppe!There's nothing better than a hearty bowl of lentil soup!This sentence emphasizes the enjoyment of a hearty bowl of Linsensuppe.Tatoeba #3752894 by Jens_Odo, translation #4485056 by luci
- Ich liebe Linsensuppe.I love lentil soup.This sentence expresses a love for Linsensuppe.Tatoeba #12003330 by Augustus, translation #4066040 by Lepotdeterre
- Ich hätte gerne Linsensuppe, bitte.I would like lentil soup, please.
- Könnte ich eine Portion Linsensuppe bestellen?Could I order a portion of lentil soup?
- Können Sie mir bitte eine Schüssel Linsensuppe bringen?Could you please bring me a bowl of lentil soup?
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Example conversation
Maximilian and Hannah are deciding what to cook for dinner.
- MaximilianMöchtest du heute Linsensuppe essen?Would you like to eat lentil soup today?
- HannahJa, das klingt sehr gut.Yes, that sounds very good.
- MaximilianIch koche sie nach dem Rezept meiner Oma.I will cook it according to my grandmother's recipe.
- HannahDann freue ich mich schon darauf!Then I am looking forward to it!
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
