das Besteck, -e
cutlery
Eine Gruppe von Dingen wie Messer, Gabel und Löffel, die man beim Essen benutzt.
The German word "Besteck" refers to a set of eating utensils, typically consisting of a knife, fork, and spoon. It is derived from the verb "bestecken," which originally meant "to equip" or "to furnish." "Besteck" can also refer to toolkits or instrument sets in other contexts, but it is most commonly used in reference to tableware.
Similar words include "Gedeck" (place setting or tableware), although "Gedeck" usually refers more broadly to all items set for an individual place at a table, including the plate, napkin, etc., in addition to the eating utensils provided by "Besteck."
"Besteck" specifically denotes the tools used for eating, distinguishing it clearly from "Gedeck," which covers a wider array of table setting elements.
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Examples
Kannst du bitte das Besteck in die Schublade legen?noun
Can you please put the cutlery in the drawer?
Reicht dieses Besteck für alle Gäste aus?noun
Is this cutlery sufficient for all the guests?
Wo findet man das Besteck im Restaurant?noun
Where can one find the cutlery in the restaurant?
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