consumption
der Verzehr
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consumption
The eating or drinking of food and beverages. This term is often used in a formal or official context.
Der Verzehr von mitgebrachten Speisen und Getränken ist in diesem Bereich nicht gestattet.
The consumption of food and drinks brought from outside is not permitted in this area.
| gender | masculine der |
|---|---|
| genitive | des Verzehres |
| singular | plural | |
|---|---|---|
| nominative | der Verzehr | – |
| accusative | den Verzehr | – |
| dative | dem Verzehr | – |
| genitive | des Verzehres des Verzehrs | – |
The article changes with the case; it is shown in colour.
'Der Verzehr' (consumption) is the nominalization of the verb 'verzehren' (to consume, to eat). This verb is a formal alternative to 'essen' (to eat) or 'trinken' (to drink) and is often used for humans and animals.
Die Löwen verzehrten ihre Beute.
The lions consumed their prey.
This word belongs to official and written language. You find it on signs, in terms and conditions, or in scientific texts about nutrition. It is not used in normal conversation about a meal.
Auf dem Schild stand: „Verzehr von Speisen und Getränken verboten“.
The sign said: 'Consumption of food and drinks prohibited.'
Common phrases are 'zum Verzehr geeignet' (suitable for consumption) or 'nicht geeignet' (not suitable), and 'der Verzehr von ...' (the consumption of ...). These formulations are often found on food packaging or in official warnings.
Diese Pilze sind nicht zum Verzehr geeignet, da sie giftig sind.
These mushrooms are not suitable for consumption because they are poisonous.
food / meal / eating
Essen can refer to the act of eating in everyday situations. Verzehr also means eating or drinking, but sounds formal or official. Essen is appropriate in a personal conversation; on notices, in rules, or in official texts, Verzehr is more commonly used.
Der Verzehr von Speisen ist in diesem Bereich des Parks nicht erlaubt.
The consumption of food is not permitted in this area of the park.
Beim Essen im Park saßen wir gemeinsam auf einer Bank.
While eating in the park, we sat together on a bench.
