Der Teller
Example: Der Teller ist voll mit leckerem Essen.
Definition
"Der Teller" refers to a flat, typically round dish used for serving or eating food. It is commonly made from ceramic, glass, or plastic and is an essential item in dining settings to hold meals, such as in the example sentence, 'Der Teller ist voll mit leckerem Essen.'
Etymology
The word "der Teller" originates from Middle High German 'teller,' which in turn comes from Old High German 'tella,' meaning a dish or plate. It is related to similar words in other Germanic languages. Did you know? The term has remained largely unchanged in form and meaning for centuries, highlighting the enduring importance of this everyday object.
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"Der Teller" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (A1) - set 4", containing 104 commonly used words.
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