German · Food & Drink
Gemüse
Vegetables
Beginnernoun
Definition
Edible plants used as food.
Example
Iss mehr Gemüse!
Eat more vegetables!
Etymology
The term 'Gemüse' derives from the Old High German 'gimūza', related to the Latin 'gemma', meaning bud or sprout. It has evolved to encompass various edible plant products.
How & Where It’s Used
'Gemüse' is utilized in both formal and informal contexts, frequently in culinary and nutrition discussions. It's most often found in written menus and recipe literature across German-speaking regions.