Waffeln
The English phrase "waffles" is translated into German as Waffeln.
Waffeln refers to a cooked batter cake that features a grid pattern on its surface.
How does it change in a sentence?
The singular form of the noun is die Waffel. When using the plural form die Waffeln, it is used for both the nominative and accusative cases.
Did you know?
- In Germany, Waffeln are often heart-shaped rather than round, as the traditional iron creates a heart pattern that is split into two halves.
- The word Waffel is a cognate of the English 'waffle', but both derive from an Old French word meaning 'honeycomb' because of the grid pattern.
- While we think of them as a breakfast food, in Germany, Waffeln are a classic centerpiece for 'Kaffee und Kuchen', a traditional afternoon coffee and cake ritual.
Examples in context
- Wir haben Waffeln gebacken.We made waffles.This sentence shows how to say someone made Waffeln.Tatoeba #1683887 by Pfirsichbaeumchen, translation #1683806 by Spamster
- Magst du Waffeln?Do you like waffles?This sentence is useful for asking if someone likes Waffeln.Tatoeba #12003680 by Pfirsichbaeumchen, translation #6447501 by Hybrid
- Gießen Sie uns einen Kaffee auf und bringen Sie von den gefüllten Waffeln!Pour us a coffee and bring us the stuffed waffles!This sentence illustrates asking for stuffed Waffeln along with coffee.Tatoeba #2982305 by Pfirsichbaeumchen, translation #2982309 by Hybrid
- Ich hätte gerne Waffeln, bitte.I would like waffles, please.
- Könnte ich bitte Waffeln bestellen?Could I please order waffles?
- Ich möchte Waffeln backen.I want to bake waffles.
- Wir machen oft Waffeln zum Frühstück.We often make waffles for breakfast.
- Belgische WaffelnBelgian waffles
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Example conversation
Sarah and Maximilian are having breakfast in their kitchen.
- SarahMöchtest du heute Waffeln essen?Would you like to eat waffles today?
- MaximilianJa, bitte! Ich liebe Waffeln.Yes, please! I love waffles.
- SarahIch mache die Waffeln jetzt fertig.I am finishing the waffles now.
- MaximilianDanke, Sarah. Das ist sehr lieb.Thanks, Sarah. That is very kind.
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
