Marmelade
Marmelade
Marmelade is a widely recognized German word that refers to a type of fruit preserve commonly used as a spread or filling in various dishes. It is pronounced as “mahr-meh-lah-deh” in German.
Definitions:
- Fruit Preserve: Marmelade primarily denotes a type of fruit preserve. It is usually made by cooking fruit, such as strawberries, oranges, raspberries, or cherries, in sugar syrup until it reaches a thick consistency. The resulting mixture is then used as a spread on bread, toast, or pastries.
Opposites:
Not applicable.
Synonyms:
- Konfitüre
- Fruchtaufstrich
Examples:
- “Ich esse gerne Brötchen mit Marmelade zum Frühstück.” (I enjoy eating rolls with jam for breakfast.)
- “Die hausgemachte Erdbeermarmelade schmeckt fantastisch.” (The homemade strawberry jam tastes fantastic.)
Note: In German, the term “Marmelade” strictly refers to jams made from citrus fruits. Other fruit jams are referred to as “Konfitüre” or “Fruchtaufstrich” instead.
To use this word in its correct context, it is important to differentiate between the traditional German usage of “Marmelade” and the broader international definition of “jam.”\ Visit YouGlish.com