German · Food & Drink
"Salad" in German: Salat
der Salat
Salad in German is der Salat. On menus you see gemischter Salat or Salat als Beilage. Lettuce alone can also be just Salat.
Ordering lunch
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How to pronounce Salat
Say it
zah-LAHT
/zaˈlaːt/
zah-LAHT. Soft s, stress on last syllable. Masculine: der Salat.
"Salad" in German: quick reference
| German | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| der Salat | salad / lettuce Dish or leafy greens. | Dish or leafy greens. |
| gemischter Salat | mixed salad Menu classic. | Menu classic. |
| Salat als Beilage | salad as a side Ordering. | Ordering. |
| Salatsauce | salad dressing Also Salatdressing. | Also Salatdressing. |
How to use Salat in real life
- 1Ordering lunch
Ich hätte gern einen Salat dazu.
I'd like a salad with that.
Einen Salat.
- 2Home cooking
Der Salat braucht noch etwas Öl.
The salad still needs a bit of oil.
Der Salat subject.
- 3Picnic prep
Packst du den Salat in die Dose?
Are you packing the salad in the container?
Den Salat.
Mistakes English speakers make with Salat
Incorrect: die Salat
Correct: der Salat
Salat is masculine.
Incorrect: eine Salat
Correct: einen Salat
Masculine accusative: einen Salat.
Good to know
A Beilagensalat is the default side with many meals. Gemischter Salat varies by kitchen; asking what is in den Salat is normal.
Try it in a ChatPal conversation
Choosing a side dish
ChatPal
Pommes oder Salat?
Fries or salad?
You
Salat, bitte. Ohne Zwiebeln.
Salad, please. No onions.
ChatPal
Okay. Der Salat kommt gleich.
Okay. The salad is coming soon.
You
Danke. Ich mag den Salat hier.
Thanks. I like the salad here.
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FAQ
Common questions about "Salad" in German
Gender?
Masculine: der Salat.
Mixed salad?
Gemischter Salat.
Dressing?
Salatsauce / Dressing.
Lettuce only?
Often still Salat; Kopfsalat is head lettuce.
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