Waffel
/ˈvafl̩/feminine
The English word 'waffle' is translated into German as Waffel.
The word Waffel refers to a flat pastry pressed with a grid pattern.
Meaning: flat pastry pressed with a grid pattern (noun)
Related words
How does it change in a sentence?
Waffel is a feminine noun and is used with the definite article die (die Waffel). The plural form of the word is Waffeln.
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈvafl̩/
Did you know?
- In Germany, Waffeln are often heart-shaped rather than round, as the heart-shaped iron is a traditional staple in many households.
- In some German regions, Waffeln are traditionally served with Quark, a thick, creamy curd cheese, instead of syrup or butter.
- The English word 'wafer' and the German Waffel share the same linguistic roots, meaning they are distant relatives.
Examples in context
- Tom hat ein Waffeleisen.Tom has a waffle iron.This sentence is useful for mentioning the possession of a Waffel iron.Tatoeba #8224426 by Pfirsichbaeumchen, translation #8217772 by Hybrid
- Mein Hund fraß meine Waffel.My dog ate my waffle.This sentence is useful for describing an action involving a Waffel.Tatoeba #6542864 by Esperantostern, translation #6481941 by Micsmithel
- Ich habe in Lüttich eine Waffel gegessen.I ate a waffle in Liège.This sentence is useful for describing where a Waffel was eaten.Tatoeba #8384584 by Luiaard, translation #8384585 by Luiaard
- Ich hätte gerne eine Waffel mit Erdbeeren, bitte.I would like a waffle with strawberries, please.
- Kannst du bitte das Waffeleisen anschalten?Can you please turn on the waffle iron?
- Das Waffelgebäck auf dem Buffet sieht sehr lecker aus.The waffle pastries on the buffet look very tasty.
- Hast du gestern die Waffeln probiert? Die waren unglaublich!Did you try the waffles yesterday? They were incredible!
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Example conversation
A cafe in the morning.
- FelixMöchtest du eine Waffel?Would you like a waffle?
- SarahJa, gerne! Die Waffel sieht lecker aus.Yes, please! The waffle looks delicious.
- FelixSoll ich Sahne dazu bestellen?Should I order whipped cream with it?
- SarahDas wäre toll, danke Felix.That would be great, thanks Felix.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “waffle” translations and entries Waffel, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries Waffel, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
