lecker
delicious · tasty
Ein Wort, das man benutzt, wenn Essen oder Trinken sehr gut schmeckt.
Definition & meaning
The German adjective "lecker" is primarily used to describe food or drink that tastes good. It is the most common way to say that something is delicious or tasty.
In some informal or regional contexts, "lecker" can also be used colloquially to describe a person who is physically attractive (similar to calling someone "hot" or "tasty" in English slang).
Grammar & Word origin
"Lecker" is an adjective. It is derived from the Middle High German word "lecker," which relates to the verb "lecken" (to lick). The etymological root suggests something that is so good that one wants to lick it.
As an adjective, it is declined based on the noun it describes (e.g., "ein leckeres Essen" - a delicious meal).
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Examples
Das Essen ist sehr lecker.adjective
The food is very delicious.
Die Suppe schmeckt lecker.adjective
The soup tastes delicious.
Der Apfelkuchen ist lecker.adjective
The apple cake is delicious.
Kuchen ist lecker und süß.adjective
Cake is tasty and sweet.
Das Essen ist lecker und warm.adjective
The food is tasty and warm.
Die Suppe riecht lecker.adjective
The soup smells delicious.
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