der Pfeffer
Translation
pepper
Examples
Ich brauche Salz und Pfeffer.
I need salt and pepper.
Gibst du mir bitte den Pfeffer?
Could you please pass me the pepper?
Grammar Patterns
to season ((sth.)) with pepper Ich würze die Suppe mit Pfeffer.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Gewürz (spice); Antonyms: -
Etymology
From Latin 'piper', related to the English word 'pepper'.
Memory Tips
It sounds almost identical to its English counterpart 'pepper'. Just imagine a German chef shouting 'Pfeffer!' while seasoning a dish.