foodstuff
das Nahrungsmittel, die Nahrungsmittel
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foodstuff
A product consumed by humans or animals for nutrition in order to supply the body with energy and nutrients. The term is more formal than 'Lebensmittel' (food).
Grundnahrungsmittel wie Brot, Reis und Kartoffeln sind für viele Menschen die Basis ihrer Ernährung.
Staple foods such as bread, rice, and potatoes are the basis of many people's diets.
| gender | neuter das |
|---|---|
| plural | die Nahrungsmittel |
| genitive | des Nahrungsmittels |
| singular | plural | |
|---|---|---|
| nominative | das Nahrungsmittel | die Nahrungsmittel |
| accusative | das Nahrungsmittel | die Nahrungsmittel |
| dative | dem Nahrungsmittel | den Nahrungsmitteln |
| genitive | des Nahrungsmittels | der Nahrungsmittel |
The article changes with the case; it is shown in colour.
The word is made up of 'die Nahrung' (nutrition/food) and 'das Mittel' (means). So it literally means a 'means of nutrition'. The 's' in the middle is a linking sound that connects the two parts of the word.
Wasser ist ein lebenswichtiges Nahrungsmittel.
Water is a vital foodstuff.
'Nahrungsmittel' (foodstuff) is a rather formal and factual term. You often find it in scientific texts, official documents, or in the context of the food industry.
Die Kennzeichnung von Nahrungsmitteln ist in der EU streng geregelt.
The labeling of foodstuffs is strictly regulated in the EU.
Common combinations include 'Grundnahrungsmittel' (staple food) for basic products such as bread or rice. People also speak of 'pflanzlichen' (plant-based) and 'tierischen' (animal-based) 'Nahrungsmitteln' (foodstuffs), or of the 'Nahrungsmittelindustrie' (food industry).
Reis ist in vielen Kulturen ein wichtiges Grundnahrungsmittel.
Rice is an important staple food in many cultures.
food / groceries
Both words refer to products for eating or drinking. „Lebensmittel“ is the more common term in everyday language, while „Nahrungsmittel“ sounds more formal and emphasizes the product’s function in nutrition. „Lebensmittel“ is usually the better choice when doing ordinary shopping; „Nahrungsmittel“ is also possible in formal texts.
Das Nahrungsmittel versorgt den Körper mit wichtigen Nährstoffen.
The foodstuff supplies the body with important nutrients.
Dieses Lebensmittel steht im Supermarkt im Kühlregal.
This food product is in the refrigerated section of the supermarket.
