hausgemacht
Translation
homemade, home-style
Examples
Ich mag den Geschmack von hausgemachten Marmeladen.
I like the taste of homemade jams.
Grammar Patterns
hausgemacht + Noun (attributive adjective) describes a noun. The homemade apple pie is delicious.
Similar Words
Synonyms: self-made; Antonyms: store-bought, ready-made
Etymology
From 'Haus' (house) + 'gemacht' (made, past participle of 'machen'). Literally 'house-made'.
Memory Tips
Picture food being prepared in your own kitchen, not bought from a store. It implies care and freshness.