Meaning 1neutral · 82%
A sweet fruit spread commonly eaten on bread.
Natural examples
Möchtest du Marmelade auf deinem Toast?
Would you like jam on your toast?
Aus diesen Erdbeeren machen wir Marmelade.
We make jam from these strawberries.
Mach bitte das Glas Marmelade auf.
Please open the jar of jam.
Usage note
Everyday German uses Marmelade for many fruit spreads. English marmalade usually means a citrus preserve.
Mini-lesson: Marmelade
A sweet fruit spread commonly eaten on bread. Everyday German uses Marmelade for many fruit spreads. English marmalade usually means a citrus preserve.
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