Romanian · Daily Life
masă
Table; meal
Beginnernoun · f
Definition
A piece of furniture with a flat top; also means a meal.
Example
Cina este pe masă.
Dinner is on the table.
Etymology
The word 'masă' originates from the Latin 'mensa,' which means 'table.' Over the centuries, it evolved to denote both a physical table and a meal.
How & Where It’s Used
'Masă' is used in both spoken and written forms, appearing in social, dining, and culinary contexts. It's prevalent across Romania with little regional variation.