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Lachs

salmon

noun LAHKS Rare

Usage Note

Lachs is one of Germany's most popular fish, typically Atlantic farmed salmon. Eaten raw as Lachstatar, smoked as Räucherlachs (a breakfast and party staple), or baked and pan-fried in everyday cooking.

Examples

"Räucherlachs auf Schwarzbrot mit Frischkäse ist ein klassisches Partysnack."

Natural Translation

Smoked salmon on dark bread with cream cheese is a classic party snack.

Literal Translation

Smoked salmon on dark bread with fresh cheese is a classic party snack.

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