das Grundnahrungsmittel
Translation
staple food, basic foodstuff
Examples
Reis ist in Asien ein wichtiges Grundnahrungsmittel.
Rice is an important staple food in Asia.
Brot und Kartoffeln sind Grundnahrungsmittel in Deutschland.
Bread and potatoes are staple foods in Germany.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) is a staple food ((sth.)) is a staple food Rice is a staple food in many cultures.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Hauptnahrungsmittel (main foodstuff)
Etymology
From 'Grund' (basic), 'Nahrung' (nourishment/food), and 'Mittel' (means). A 'basic means of nourishment'.
Memory Tips
Think of the 'ground' level or 'foundation' (Grund) of your daily food (Nahrung).