Mittagesse
lunch
Diese Mahlzeit nimmt man meistens in der Mitte des Tages zu sich, oft zwischen zwölf und vierzehn Uhr.
Definition & meaning
The German word "Mittagessen" refers to the main meal of the day, typically eaten around midday or in the early afternoon. In many German-speaking cultures, it is traditionally the largest and most significant meal.
Grammar & Word origin
This word is a compound noun formed from two parts:
- Mittag: Meaning "midday" or "noon".
- Essen: Meaning "eating" or "food/meal" (derived from the verb "essen").
Grammatically, it is a neuter noun (das Mittagessen). The plural form remains "die Mittagessen". While your input was "Mittagesse", the correct nominative form in standard German is "Mittagessen".
Synonyms & antonyms
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Examples
Ich esse Mittagessen mit meiner Familie.other
I am having lunch with my family.
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