Das Dessert
Example: Zum Abendessen gab es ein leckeres Dessert mit Früchten.
Definition
"das Dessert" refers to a sweet course typically served at the end of a meal, often consisting of fruits, cakes, or other sugary treats. It is a culinary delight enjoyed after the main course to conclude the dining experience on a pleasant note.
Etymology
The word "das Dessert" comes from the French word 'dessert,' which means 'to clear the table' or 'to serve last.' It originally indicated the final course after the main meal. Did you know that it was borrowed into German as a loanword, keeping its French spelling and meaning?
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"Das Dessert" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (A2) - set 1", containing 125 commonly used words.
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