In German

Senf

Meaning: mustard

Example sentences

  • DieWurstschmecktgutmitSenf.

    The sausage tastes good with mustard.

  • IchmagscharfenSenf.

    I like spicy mustard.

  • GibmirbittedenSenf.

    Please pass me the mustard.

Grammar note

“Der Senf” is masculine, and like most condiments it has no everyday plural. The idiom “seinen Senf dazugeben” means to give an unwanted opinion, literally “add your mustard”.

Common mistake

Don't confuse “Senf” with “Senat” (senate) or “Segel” (sail) — short words that look vaguely similar but mean something totally different.

Quick check

Which German word means “mustard”?

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Frequently asked questions

Is “Senf” masculine, feminine or neuter?

Masculine: “der Senf”.

What does “seinen Senf dazugeben” mean?

To chip in an unwanted opinion, literally “to add your mustard”.