Kartoffelecken
The English phrase 'potato wedges' is translated into German as Kartoffelecken.
This phrase refers to thick slices of potato that have been cut into wedge shapes and are typically fried or baked.
Which one should you use?
A common alternative for this dish is Kartoffelspalten, which literally translates to 'potato segments' or 'potato slices'.
Did you know?
- The word Ecken in Kartoffelecken literally means 'corners'. To a German speaker, a wedge is not viewed as a slice but as a potato with a sharp corner.
- The term Spalten used for potato wedges is the same word used to describe structural cracks in a wall or the gaps between pages in a book.
- In many parts of Germany, if you want 'potato wedges' specifically in a pub setting, they might be categorized under Pommes (fries) even if the shape is different.
Examples in context
- Entschuldigen Sie, ich hätte gerne eine Portion Kartoffelecken, bitte.Excuse me, I would like a portion of potato wedges, please.
- Die Kartoffelecken sind sehr knusprig.The potato wedges are very crispy.
Example conversation
Hannah and Lukas are looking at a menu in a restaurant.
- HannahWas möchtest du heute essen, Lukas?What would you like to eat today, Lukas?
- LukasIch nehme den Burger mit Kartoffelecken.I'll have the burger with potato wedges.
- HannahDas klingt gut, ich nehme das auch.That sounds good, I'll have that too.
- LukasSuper, dann bestellen wir jetzt.Great, let's order now.
