Die Vorspeise
Example: Die Vorspeise war lecker und hat den Appetit angeregt.
Definition
"Die Vorspeise" refers to the dish served before the main course in a meal, often intended to stimulate the appetite. It is commonly known as an appetizer or starter and can include a variety of small portions like salads, soups, or finger foods.
Etymology
The word "die Vorspeise" comes from the German prefix 'vor-' meaning 'before' and 'Speise' meaning 'food' or 'dish.' It literally translates to 'before dish,' highlighting its role as the initial course in a meal. Did you know that this tradition of starting with a small dish dates back to medieval times?
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"Die Vorspeise" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (A2) - set 4", containing 115 commonly used words.
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