Das Abendessen
Example: Wir essen das Abendessen um 18 Uhr zusammen.
Definition
"Das Abendessen" refers to the main meal eaten in the evening, typically after the day’s activities, often shared with family or friends. It usually includes a variety of dishes and serves as a social and nutritional conclusion to the day.
Etymology
The word "das Abendessen" comes from the German words "Abend" meaning 'evening' and "Essen" meaning 'meal' or 'food.' It literally translates to 'evening meal.' Did you know that this compound word reflects the tradition of having a substantial meal at the end of the day?
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"Das Abendessen" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - Hospitality - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 109 commonly used words.
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