Translation of German word "Abendessen" to English
dasAbendessen
/abəndɛsn/
Meaning
NounThe main meal of the day, often eaten in the evening.
How to use
Abendessen ('dinner / supper') is neuter: das Abendessen (plural: die Abendessen). Zu Abend essen — To eat dinner.
🇬🇧 English
dinner
Example
Ich esse ein Abendessen am Abend.
I eat dinner in the evening.
Das Abendessen ist sehr lecker.
The dinner is very delicious.
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- zu Abend essen— to eat dinner / sup
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What is the definition of the German word "das Abendessen"?▼
The German word "das Abendessen" is defined as: "The main meal of the day, often eaten in the evening."
What does the German word "das Abendessen" mean?▼
The German word "das Abendessen" means "dinner" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Ich esse ein Abendessen am Abend." (which translates as "I eat dinner in the evening.").
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