Esstisch

dining table

noun ES-tish Rare

Usage Note

Esstisch is the main table in the dining room or kitchen around which meals are shared. An Ausziehtisch is an extendable version of an Esstisch for accommodating more guests.

Examples

"Am Esstisch kommen jeden Abend alle Familienmitglieder zusammen."

Natural Translation

All family members come together at the dining table every evening.

Literal Translation

At the dining-table come every evening all family-members together.

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