🇩🇪German Source WordCode: DE

Konditorei

Pronunciation / Transliteration: Konditorei

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Patisserie/ˌpæt.ɪˈsɪr.i/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #15000 frequency
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🇩🇪 Example Sentence in German:

"Die Konditorei verkauft die besten Torten der Stadt."

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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    A shop where pastries and cakes are made and sold.

    "She bought a box of delicate fruit tarts from the local patisserie."
  2. 2

    Traditional French pastries, cakes, and other sweet baked goods collectively.

    "The hotel breakfast buffet featured an exquisite selection of fine patisserie."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'pâtisserie' originates from the French word 'pâtissier', which means 'pastry chef'. It entered the English language in the 19th century, reflecting the growing influence of French cuisine and culture during that period.

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