Fischstäbchen

fish finger

noun FISH-shteb-khen Rare

Usage Note

Fischstäbchen are breaded, fried finger-shaped pieces of white fish, a children's favourite and a nostalgic staple of German family meals. Served with mashed potatoes (Kartoffelpüree) and peas. A cultural reference point as well as a food.

Examples

"Fischstäbchen mit Kartoffelpüree und grünen Erbsen ist ein typisches Kindermittagessen."

Natural Translation

Fish fingers with mashed potatoes and green peas is a typical children's lunch.

Literal Translation

Fish-fingers with potato-puree and green peas is a typical children's-lunch.

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