das Abendessen

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Refers to the evening meal, typically lighter than lunch in traditional German culture. Also expressed as das Abendbrot in northern regions of Germany. Abendessen refers to the main meal in the evening, typically eaten between 6 and 8 PM. In traditional German households, it might be a cold meal (such as bread, cheese, and cold cuts, also called Abendbrot), but modern practices often include warm dishes as well. It's a standard word in daily life, school schedules, and family routines.