Danish · Food & Drink
Kød
Meat
Beginnernoun · neuter
Definition
The flesh of animals eaten as food.
Example
Han spiser ikke kød, han er vegetar.
He does not eat meat, he is vegetarian.
Etymology
The word 'kød' comes from the Old Norse 'kǫttr', signifying 'meat'. Its use has evolved over time to encompass various types of meat, retaining the core meaning throughout its historical use.
How & Where It’s Used
'Kød' is frequently used in both informal and formal conversations regarding food, in restaurants, and culinary texts. It is a standard term widely recognized across Denmark.