Suppenterrine

soup tureen

noun ZU-pen-te-ree-ne Rare

Origin: from French soupière

Usage Note

Suppenterrine is a large covered serving bowl used to bring soup to the table, from which it is ladled into individual bowls. Primarily a formal dining item; kept covered to retain heat; the matching ladle is a Suppenkelle.

Examples

"Die Gastgeberin brachte eine dampfende Suppenterrine mit hausgemachter Brühe auf den Tisch."

Natural Translation

The hostess brought a steaming soup tureen with home-made broth to the table.

Literal Translation

The hostess brought a steaming soup tureen with home-made broth to the table.

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