Das Mittagessen
Example: Wir essen das Mittagessen jeden Tag um zwölf Uhr.
Definition
"Das Mittagessen" refers to the meal eaten around noon or early afternoon, typically the main meal of the day in many cultures. It is commonly consumed between 12 PM and 2 PM and serves as a break from daily activities or work.
Etymology
The word "das Mittagessen" comes from German, where 'Mittag' means 'midday' or 'noon,' and 'Essen' means 'meal' or 'food.' Together, they literally translate to 'midday meal.' Did you know? This compound word reflects the tradition of having a substantial meal in the middle of the day.
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"Das Mittagessen" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (A1) - set 4", containing 104 commonly used words.
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