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buffet
Ein Tisch mit vielen verschiedenen Speisen, an dem man sich selbst etwas nehmen kann.
The German word "Buffet" refers to a style of serving food where dishes are arranged on a table or sideboard, allowing guests to serve themselves. The term can also pertain to a meal where a variety of foods are presented in this manner, typically for gatherings, parties, or events.
The word "Buffet" comes from the French term with a similar meaning. There is no specific single-word translation for "Buffet" rooted in native German.
Similar words in German might include "Büffet" (a more common spelling) or "Selbstbedienung" (self-service). The primary difference is that "Büffet" specifically denotes the arrangement and serving style of food, while "Selbstbedienung" refers more broadly to any self-service context, which may or may not involve food.
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Examples
Das Buffet ist reichhaltig.noun
The buffet is lavish.
Am Buffet warten viele leckere Speisen auf die Gäste.noun
At the buffet, many delicious dishes are waiting for the guests.
Das Buffet ist eröffnet.noun
The buffet is open.
Beim Buffet finden wir viele verschiedene Speisen.noun
At the buffet, we find many different dishes.
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