Brötchen

Definitions

• A Brötchen is a small, round, and typically crusty bread roll that is commonly eaten in Germany.
• Brötchen is also a generic term for any type of bread roll or bun in the German language.

Opposites

While there is no exact opposite of Brötchen, its antonym can be considered as “whole loaf bread” or “bread slices.” This is because a Brötchen is generally smaller in size and different in texture compared to traditional loaves of bread.

Synonyms

• Semmel: A common synonym for Brötchen in Southern Germany and Austria.
• Schrippe: Another term used in Berlin and some parts of Northern Germany to refer to a bread roll similar to a Brötchen.
• Weck: A synonym used in the Palatinate region of Germany for a small bread roll.

Examples

• “Ich hätte gerne zwei Brötchen mit Käse und Salami, bitte.” (I would like two rolls with cheese and salami, please.)
• “Möchtest du ein Brötchen zum Frühstück?” (Would you like a bread roll for breakfast?)
• “Kannst du mir ein paar Brötchen vom Bäcker mitbringen?” (Can you bring me some rolls from the bakery?)\ Visit YouGlish.com