Nutella
/nuˈtɛla/feminine, masculine, neuter
The German word for the chocolate spread Nutella is Nutella.
Meaning: chocolate spread (name)
How does it change in a sentence?
The word Nutella can be used as a feminine, masculine or neuter noun depending on the grammatical context of the sentence.
How do you pronounce it?
/nuˈtɛla/
Did you know?
- In Germany, many people use the brand name Nutella as a generic term for any chocolate-hazelnut spread, much like 'kleenex' is used for tissues.
- When discussing breakfast, Germans might refer to a 'Nutella-Brot', which refers to the specific cultural habit of eating bread with spread rather than toast.
- While Nutella is a global brand, Germany is one of its largest markets in the world, reflecting a deep cultural affinity for 'süßes Frühstück' or sweet breakfasts.
Examples in context
- Nutella ist in Japan nicht sehr verbreitet. In Amerika und Europa jedoch ist es ein bekannter Brotaufstrich und man kann Gläser in unterschiedlichen Größen in vielen Lebensmittelgeschäften und Supermärkten aufgereiht finden.Nutella is not very well known in Japan. However, in America and Europe it's a popular spread and various sized jars of Nutella may be seen lined up inside many grocery stores and supermarkets.This sentence is useful for noting the popularity of Nutella in different parts of the world.Tatoeba #754477 by Vortarulo, translation #394488 by Eldad
- Gibst du mir mal die Nutella?Can you give me the Nutella?This sentence is useful for asking someone to pass the Nutella.
- Ich esse morgens gerne Nutella auf dem Brot.I like eating Nutella on bread in the morning.
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Example conversation
Julian and Julia are preparing breakfast in the kitchen.
- JulianWo steht eigentlich die Nutella?Where is the Nutella, by the way?
- JuliaSie steht im oberen Schrank, Julian.It's in the upper cupboard, Julian.
- JulianDanke, ich nehme gleich ein Glas.Thanks, I'll take a jar right away.
- JuliaPass auf, dass du nicht kleckerst!Be careful not to spill!
Sources
- Wiktionary, “nutella” translations and entries Nutella, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR, Wiktionary CC BY-SA 4.0.
