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Frühstücksbuffet

breakfast buffet

noun FRUEH-shtueks-bue-fay Rare
Travel & Places Accommodation

Origin: from French buffet

Usage Note

Frühstücksbuffet is extremely common in German hotels, where a self-service breakfast spread is the norm. It is typically included in rates quoted as mit Frühstück and ranges from basic to elaborate depending on the hotel category.

Examples

"Das Frühstücksbuffet war reichhaltig und bot eine große Auswahl an warmen und kalten Speisen."

Natural Translation

The breakfast buffet was generous and offered a large selection of hot and cold dishes.

Literal Translation

The breakfast buffet was rich and offered a large selection of warm and cold dishes.

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