German Conversation · Level 10
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German word
lecker
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈlɛkɐ/
Meaning
- adjectivedelicious
Example
Das Essen ist leckerer als erwartet.
The food is tastier than expected.
More examples
Die Gäste bezeichneten die Suppe als lecker.
The guests described the soup as delicious.
Core concept
A bite with a pleasing flavor that invites another bite.
Common phrases
super lecker
super delicious
als lecker bezeichnen
describe ___ as delicious
immer lecker
always delicious
Similar words
köstlich: Remarkably delicious and enjoyable beyond the ordinary.
schmackhaft: Full-flavored and satisfying when eaten.
appetitlich: Visually or aromatically appealing and inviting to eat.
Definition in German
Ein Adjektiv, das ausdrückt, dass etwas beim Essen oder Trinken gut schmeckt.
Word origin
Lecker is a Low German borrowing whose older form lekker was used for things that tasted good or felt pleasant.
Usage tips
- Lecker is an everyday word, while köstlich often sounds more elevated or emphatic in food descriptions.
Opposites
- ungenießbarinedibleadjective
Related words
- Leckermaulfood lovernoun
- Leckerschmeckerfoodienoun