Food Vocabulary - A1-A2
Learn essential German food vocabulary including food items, drinks, and dining phrases.
This vocabulary will help you order food in restaurants, shop for groceries, and talk about meals in German.
Practice these words to improve your ability to communicate about food and dining in German.
Word List
| # | German | English | German Example | English Translation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | das Essen | food | Das Essen ist lecker. | The food is delicious. |
| 2 | das Frühstück | breakfast | Ich esse Frühstück. | I eat breakfast. |
| 3 | das Mittagessen | lunch | Wir essen Mittagessen. | We eat lunch. |
| 4 | das Abendessen | dinner | Das Abendessen ist fertig. | Dinner is ready. |
| 5 | das Brot | bread | Ich kaufe Brot. | I buy bread. |
| 6 | die Butter | butter | Die Butter ist weich. | The butter is soft. |
| 7 | der Käse | cheese | Der Käse schmeckt gut. | The cheese tastes good. |
| 8 | das Fleisch | meat | Ich esse kein Fleisch. | I don't eat meat. |
| 9 | der Fisch | fish | Der Fisch ist frisch. | The fish is fresh. |
| 10 | das Gemüse | vegetables | Ich esse viel Gemüse. | I eat a lot of vegetables. |
| 11 | das Obst | fruit | Das Obst ist gesund. | Fruit is healthy. |
| 12 | der Apfel | apple | Ein Apfel am Tag. | An apple a day. |
Page 2
| # | German | English | German Example | English Translation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 | die Banane | banana | Die Banane ist gelb. | The banana is yellow. |
| 14 | die Orange | orange | Die Orange ist süß. | The orange is sweet. |
| 15 | die Tomate | tomato | Die Tomate ist rot. | The tomato is red. |
| 16 | die Kartoffel | potato | Kartoffeln sind lecker. | Potatoes are delicious. |
| 17 | die Nudeln | pasta | Ich koche Nudeln. | I cook pasta. |
| 18 | der Reis | rice | Reis mit Gemüse. | Rice with vegetables. |
| 19 | das Wasser | water | Ich trinke Wasser. | I drink water. |
| 20 | der Kaffee | coffee | Ich trinke Kaffee. | I drink coffee. |
| 21 | der Tee | tea | Tee ist gesund. | Tea is healthy. |
| 22 | die Milch | milk | Die Milch ist kalt. | The milk is cold. |
| 23 | der Saft | juice | Orangensaft zum Frühstück. | Orange juice for breakfast. |
| 24 | das Bier | beer | Ein Bier bitte. | A beer please. |
Page 3
| # | German | English | German Example | English Translation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25 | der Wein | wine | Rotwein oder Weißwein? | Red wine or white wine? |
| 26 | der Zucker | sugar | Zucker im Kaffee? | Sugar in the coffee? |
| 27 | das Salz | salt | Salz und Pfeffer. | Salt and pepper. |
| 28 | der Pfeffer | pepper | Pfeffer auf das Essen. | Pepper on the food. |
| 29 | das Öl | oil | Olivenöl zum Kochen. | Olive oil for cooking. |
| 30 | der Essig | vinegar | Essig im Salat. | Vinegar in the salad. |
Related Exercises
Multiple Choice
Test your vocabulary with multiple-choice questions. Switch between English → German and German → English modes.
Write the Word
Active recall exercise. Type the German word for the English translation. Handles umlauts and case variations.
Insert a Word in a Sentence
Complete sentences by choosing the correct word from multiple choice options. Practice vocabulary in context.
Frequently Asked Questions
What vocabulary is covered in this topic?
This page covers 30 essential German words for Food Vocabulary at A1-A2 level, including common terms and phrases you'll need in real-world situations.
How should I practice these words?
Practice by reading the example sentences, using the words in context, and completing the related exercises. Regular review is key to retention.
Are there exercises available?
Yes! Check the Related Exercises section above for interactive practice activities that will help you master this vocabulary.