Das Bett
Example: Das Bett im Hotelzimmer ist sehr bequem und sauber.
Definition
"Das Bett" is a noun referring to a piece of furniture designed for sleeping or resting, typically consisting of a frame with a mattress. In the context of gastronomy, it can also mean a base or bed on which food is served, such as vegetables or greens under a main dish.
Etymology
The word "das Bett" comes from Old High German 'bette,' which originally meant a sleeping place or bed. Its roots trace back to the Proto-Germanic '*badją,' meaning a bath or a place to lie down. Did you know? The concept of a 'bed' as a base for serving food in gastronomy metaphorically extends from its original use as a resting place.
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"Das Bett" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - Hospitality - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 109 commonly used words.
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