Danish · Food & Drink
Kartoffel
Potato
Beginnernoun · common
Definition
A staple vegetable in Danish cooking.
Example
Vi spiser kartofler til aftensmad.
We eat potatoes with dinner.
Etymology
The term 'kartoffel' is derived from the German 'Kartoffel', rooted in the Italian word 'tartufolo' referring to truffles. It reflects the introduction of potatoes to Europe from the Americas in the 16th century.
How & Where It’s Used
'Kartoffel' is commonly used in both spoken and written Danish in various contexts related to food and meals. It has a strong presence across all regions in Denmark.