How to Say "Sweet Potato" in German

Süßkartoffel

/ˈzyːsˌkaʁtɔfl̩/feminine

The English phrase "sweet potato" is translated into German as Süßkartoffel.

Süßkartoffel refers to the edible tuber.

Meaning: tuber (noun)

What does it mean word for word?

The word is a compound of süß (sweet) and Kartoffel (potato).

The plural form is Süßkartoffeln. In the genitive singular case, the form is der Süßkartoffel.

/ˈzyːsˌkaʁtɔfl̩/

While Süßkartoffel describes the tuber, the general word Kartoffel is used as a colloquial, slightly derogatory term for a stereotypical German person.
The word Kartoffel entered the German language during the 16th century. Before its widespread adoption, it was often called Erdapfel or 'earth apple' to describe its growth habit.
The adjective süß inside Süßkartoffel can also mean 'cute' when describing a person or animal, though it never means 'cute' when referring to vegetables.

Die Süßkartoffel kommt aus Südamerika.
The sweet potato is native to South America.
This sentence is useful for stating the origin of the Süßkartoffel.
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Entschuldigen Sie, wo finde ich die Süßkartoffeln?
Excuse me, where can I find the sweet potatoes?
Könntest du bitte die Batate für mich auf den Teller legen?
Could you please put the sweet potato on my plate?
Die Süßkartoffel schmeckt sehr süß.
The sweet potato tastes very sweet.
Ich kaufe heute eine Süßkartoffel.
I am buying a sweet potato today.

Maximilian and Sarah are planning a dinner at home.

Maximilian

Brauchen wir noch eine Süßkartoffel für das Rezept?
Do we still need a sweet potato for the recipe?
Sarah

Ja, bitte bring eine Süßkartoffel mit.
Yes, please bring a sweet potato with you.
Maximilian

Soll ich auch Gemüse kaufen?
Should I also buy vegetables?
Sarah

Ja, das wäre toll, Schatz.
Yes, that would be great, honey.

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