German · Food & Drink
"Beef" in German: Rindfleisch
das Rindfleisch
Beef in German is das Rindfleisch. On menus you often see vom Rind or Rindersteak. A cow as an animal is die Kuh or das Rind; the meat word is Rindfleisch.
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How to pronounce Rindfleisch
Say it
RINT-flysh
/ˈʁɪntflaɪ̯ʃ/
RINT-flysh. Soft d almost t. Ei in Fleisch like eye.
"Beef" in German: quick reference
| German | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| das Rindfleisch | beef The meat. | The meat. |
| vom Rind | from beef / beef (on menus) Shorter menu label. | Shorter menu label. |
| Rindersteak | beef steak Steak compound. | Steak compound. |
| Rinderbraten | roast beef Sunday roast style. | Sunday roast style. |
How to use Rindfleisch in real life
- 1Ordering
Ich nehme die Pasta mit Rindfleisch.
I'll take the pasta with beef.
Mit Rindfleisch.
- 2Cooking
Das Rindfleisch braucht noch zehn Minuten.
The beef needs another ten minutes.
Das Rindfleisch.
- 3Shopping
Ist dieses Rindfleisch zum Schmoren geeignet?
Is this beef suitable for braising?
Dieses Rindfleisch.
Mistakes English speakers make with Rindfleisch
Incorrect: das Beef
Correct: das Rindfleisch
Use Rindfleisch on everyday menus and shops.
Incorrect: der Rindfleisch
Correct: das Rindfleisch
Neuter: das Rindfleisch.
Good to know
German butchers label cuts precisely: Roulade, Gulasch, Steak. Bio-Rindfleisch is a common supermarket premium line. Halal or no-pork guests often ask specifically for Rindfleisch.
Try it in a ChatPal conversation
Choosing a dinner recipe
ChatPal
Kochen wir heute mit Rindfleisch?
Are we cooking with beef today?
You
Ja. Ich habe Rindfleisch für Gulasch gekauft.
Yes. I bought beef for goulash.
ChatPal
Wie lange schmort das Rindfleisch?
How long does the beef braise?
You
Etwa zwei Stunden, bis das Rindfleisch weich ist.
About two hours, until the beef is tender.
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FAQ
Common questions about "Beef" in German
How do you say beef?
Das Rindfleisch.
On a menu?
Often vom Rind or Rindersteak.
Gender?
Neuter: das Rindfleisch.
Beef vs cow?
Animal is Rind/Kuh; meat is Rindfleisch.
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