Marzipan
/ˈmaʁ.tsiˌpaːn/neuter
The English word marzipan is translated into German as Marzipan.
Marzipan refers to a confection made from a paste of almonds, sugar and egg white.
Meaning: confection of almond paste, sugar and egg white (noun)
Is it said differently in some regions?
A specific and highly regarded variety of this confection is known as Lübecker Marzipan, originating from the city of Lübeck.
How does it change in a sentence?
The word is a neuter noun. In the genitive singular case, the form changes to des Marzipans (for example, to say 'of the marzipan').
How do you pronounce it?
The word has 3 syllables, with the stress on the 1st syllable. The IPA is /ˈmaʁ.tsiˌpaːn/.
When do people say it?
In German culture, Marzipanschweinchen (marzipan little pigs) are a traditional confection often given to people as lucky charms.
Did you know?
- The city of Lübeck maintains a specialized museum, the Marzipan-Museum, dedicated entirely to the history and art of this confection.
- The German word Marzipan is a loanword borrowed from the Italian marzapane.
- In Germany, Marzipan is often sold in the form of a Marzipantanne, a decorative Christmas tree made of the almond paste.
Examples in context
- Lübeck ist berühmt für sein Marzipan.Lübeck is famous for its marzipan.This sentence is useful for mentioning that the city of Lübeck is famous for its Marzipan.Tatoeba #8384553 by Luiaard, translation #8384554 by Luiaard
- Ich habe gelesen, Marzipan enthielte Karzinogene.I read that marzipan contains carcinogens.This sentence is useful for discussing a reading regarding Marzipan and carcinogens.Tatoeba #484604 by MUIRIEL, translation #12785185 by rul
- Marzipanschweinchen sind in der deutschen Kultur Glücksbringer.Piggies made of marzipan are lucky charms in the German culture.This sentence is useful for explaining that Marzipan pigs are considered lucky charms in German culture.Tatoeba #13899562 by Ioan_Cristian, translation #13899564 by Ioan_Cristian
- Ausgezeichnete Marzipan-PralinenExcellent marzipan pralines
- Stollen mit MarzipanfüllungStollen with marzipan filling
- Ich hätte gerne eine Tafel Marzipanschokolade.I would like a bar of marzipan chocolate, please.
- 1 more sentence on Tatoeba
Example conversation
Two people are sharing a dessert at a cafe.
- HannahSchmeckt dir das Marzipan?Do you like the marzipan?
- MaximilianJa, das Marzipan ist sehr lecker.Yes, the marzipan is very delicious.
- HannahMöchtest du noch etwas Marzipan?Would you like some more marzipan?
- MaximilianNein danke, ich bin satt.No thanks, I am full.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “marzipan” translations and entries Marzipan, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries Marzipan, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
