Der Kellner



Example: Der Kellner bringt die Speisekarte freundlich zum Tisch.

Definition


"Der Kellner" refers to a waiter in a restaurant or café who serves food and drinks to customers, often bringing menus, taking orders, and ensuring a pleasant dining experience. In the example phrase, the waiter politely brings the menu to the table.

Etymology


The word "der Kellner" originates from the German language, derived from the older term 'Keller,' meaning cellar, referring to someone who worked in the wine cellar or served drinks. Over time, it evolved to mean a waiter serving guests in dining establishments.

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"Der Kellner" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - Hospitality - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 109 commonly used words.
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