In German

Kuchen

Meaning: cake

Example sentences

  • DerKuchenschmecktgut.

    The cake tastes good.

  • SiebackteinenKuchen.

    She's baking a cake.

  • WiressenKuchenzumKaffee.

    We're having cake with coffee.

Grammar note

“Der Kuchen” is masculine. The plural is also “die Kuchen” — it doesn't change. “Kaffee und Kuchen” (coffee and cake) is a daily ritual in Germany.

Common mistake

Don't confuse “Kuchen” (cake) with “Küche” (kitchen) — they differ only by one vowel sound but mean completely different things.

Quick check

Which German word means “cake”?

More words on this topic

FrühstückbreakfastSchokoladechocolateZuckersugarRestaurantrestaurant

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Frequently asked questions

What is the plural of “Kuchen”?

“Kuchen” — the singular and plural look the same.

What is “Kaffee und Kuchen”?

A daily German ritual of coffee with cake, usually in the afternoon.