die Mensa
Translation
canteen, refectory, student dining hall
Examples
Wir essen heute in der Mensa.
We are eating in the canteen today.
Das Essen in der Mensa ist günstig.
The food in the canteen is cheap.
Grammar Patterns
in+dat ((the canteen)) in the canteen We eat in the canteen.
to+dat ((the canteen)) go to the canteen I'm going to the canteen.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Kantine, Speisesaal
Etymology
From Latin 'mensa', meaning 'table'.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'massive' table where all the students eat together. The word 'Mensa' is also used for the high-IQ society.