In German
Kellnerin
Meaning: waitress
Example sentences
DieKellnerinbringtunsdieSpeisekarte.
The waitress brings us the menu.
DerKellnernimmtunsereBestellungauf.
The waiter takes our order.
IchbinKellnerinineinemCafé.
I'm a waitress in a café.
Grammar note
“Kellnerin” is the female form, from “Kellner” (waiter). “Bedienung” is a common, neutral word for waiting staff.
Common mistake
“Waitress” is not a German word. Use “Kellnerin”.
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Which of these means “waitress”?
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Practise it in a lesson →Frequently asked questions
What is the male form of Kellnerin?
“Kellner”.
What is “Bedienung” in a café?
“Bedienung” is a neutral word for the service staff, used whatever their gender.