noun
plate, dish
A2
Teller: a masculine noun meaning 'plate' or 'dish'. Plural is 'Teller' (same form as singular: die Teller). Dative plural adds -n (den Tellern). Regular declension otherwise (der Teller, des Tellers). No unusual plural ending; typical masculine noun with regular genitive singular -s.
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Nachdem das Essen serviert wurde, stellte die Mutter den Teller auf den Tisch, damit alle essen konnten.
After the food was served, the mother put the plate on the table so that everyone could eat.
Der Teller ist sauber.
The dish is clean.
Der Teller ist leer.
The plate is empty.
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Picture a round plate (Teller) with food arranged on it
Teller ~ 'teller' like 'one who tells' (imagery only)
der — think 'der Teller' like other masculine table items (der Löffel)
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Common masculine noun for a plate used in dining contexts.