Why do I need to know Gaumenschmaus?
Because food is one of the things that unites us, and it’s great to find creative ways to celebrate somebody’s cooking and hospitality. And did we mention it sounds hilarious?
What does it mean?
Der Gaumenschmaus (pronounced like this) is a compound noun that comprises the word for palate (Gaumen) and the word for a feast or banquet (Schmaus) – in other words, a culinary delight or a feast for the palate.
This rather elevated way of praising something you eat goes far beyond ‘lecker‘ (yummy) or ‘köstlich‘ (delicious) to describe a truly special dining experience.
It’s sure to put a smile on your friend’s face after they’ve cooked a delicious meal for you at a dinner party. Or it can convey your unbridled enthusiasm after you’ve returned from a foodie destination.
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If you want to feel like your German is advancing and you’re expressing more of your personality, it’s great to have creative alternatives to well-known words like ‘lecker’ in your arsenal, and Gaumenschmaus may just be the perfect example of that.
Use it like this:
Dein Essen war ein echter Gaumenschmaus!
Your food was a real treat for the palate!
Wenn man ein Schweinbraten richtig macht, ist es ein absoluter Gaumenschmaus.
If you do a roast pork properly, it is an absolute feast for the palate.
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