A2 noun #1,000 가장 일반적인 8분 분량

Rezept

At the A1 level, you learn 'Rezept' primarily in the context of food and basic needs. You should know that it is a neuter noun ('das Rezept') and that it refers to instructions for making food. You might use it in simple sentences like 'Das Rezept ist einfach' (The recipe is easy) or 'Ich habe ein Rezept für Pizza'. At this stage, the focus is on recognizing the word in a supermarket or a simple conversation about hobbies like cooking. You don't need to worry about complex medical terminology yet, but knowing that a doctor gives you a 'Rezept' is a helpful bonus for basic survival German. The plural 'Rezepte' is also introduced here. You should be able to ask someone for a recipe using the polite form: 'Haben Sie das Rezept?'
At the A2 level, the medical meaning of 'Rezept' becomes much more important. You are expected to handle basic interactions at a doctor's office or a pharmacy. You should be able to say 'Ich brauche ein Rezept für meine Medikamente' (I need a prescription for my medication). You will also learn to use the word with more descriptive adjectives, such as 'geheimes Rezept' (secret recipe) or 'neues Rezept' (new recipe). You start to see how 'Rezept' functions in the accusative case ('Ich schreibe ein Rezept') and the dative case ('nach dem Rezept'). This is also the level where you must distinguish 'Rezept' from 'Quittung' (receipt) to avoid common shopping errors. You should be comfortable following a simple German recipe in a cookbook, understanding verbs like 'mischen' (mix) or 'backen' (bake) in relation to the 'Rezept'.
By B1, you are using 'Rezept' in more complex sentence structures and abstract contexts. You will encounter separable verbs like 'ausstellen' (to issue a prescription) and 'einlösen' (to fill/redeem a prescription). You might discuss health systems or lifestyle choices, using 'Rezept' to mean a 'way' or 'method'. For example: 'Sport ist ein gutes Rezept gegen Stress' (Exercise is a good recipe/remedy against stress). You are also expected to understand the word in the context of 'Kassenrezept' vs. 'Privatrezept', which is crucial for living in Germany. Your vocabulary expands to include 'Kochrezept' and 'Backrezept' to be more specific. You can now describe the process of following a recipe in detail, using sequence words like 'zuerst', 'dann', and 'schließlich'.
At the B2 level, 'Rezept' appears frequently in idiomatic expressions and metaphorical usage. You will hear it in news reports or read it in articles about social issues. Phrases like 'Das ist kein Rezept für die Ewigkeit' (That's not a permanent solution) or 'Ein Rezept für den Erfolg' (A recipe for success) become part of your active vocabulary. You understand the nuance between 'Rezept', 'Verordnung', and 'Verschreibung'. You can participate in debates about the healthcare system, discussing 'Rezeptgebühren' (prescription fees) or 'e-Rezepte' (electronic prescriptions). Your ability to use the word in the genitive case ('die Zutaten des Rezepts') should be solid. You also recognize the word in professional culinary contexts, perhaps discussing 'Originalrezepte' or 'traditionelle Rezepturen'.
At the C1 level, you master the stylistic nuances of 'Rezept'. You can use it in academic or professional writing to describe methodologies. You might analyze 'das Rezept der Populisten' (the populists' formula) in a political science context. You are aware of the historical development of the word and its Latin roots. You can distinguish between 'Rezept' and 'Rezeptur' (the latter often referring to the technical formulation of a medicine or a specific chemical mixture in a laboratory). Your use of the word is fluid, and you can play with its meanings in creative writing or sophisticated conversation. You understand cultural references to famous recipes in German literature or history. You can also explain the legal implications of a 'Rezept' in the German pharmaceutical law (Arzneimittelgesetz).
At the C2 level, you have a near-native command of 'Rezept'. You understand the most obscure idioms and can use the word with absolute precision in any register. You might discuss the 'Rezeption' (reception) of a 'Rezept' in a metaphorical sense, or use the word in complex philosophical arguments about 'Lebensrezepte' (recipes for life). You are comfortable with the word in legal, medical, and high-level culinary discourses simultaneously. You can identify regional variations in how recipes are discussed across the German-speaking world (D-A-CH region). Your understanding includes the nuances of 'Kassenärztliche Verrechnung' regarding 'Rezepte'. You can read old German scripts (like Sütterlin) in historical cookbooks and interpret the 'Rezepte' of past centuries, understanding how the language has evolved.

Rezept 30초 만에

  • Rezept means both 'recipe' (cooking) and 'prescription' (medical).
  • It is a neuter noun: das Rezept, plural: die Rezepte.
  • Commonly used with verbs like kochen (cook), backen (bake), and ausstellen (issue).
  • A major 'false friend' to avoid is confusing it with 'receipt' (Quittung).

The German word Rezept is a fascinating linguistic bridge that connects two seemingly disparate worlds: the pharmacy and the kitchen. For an English speaker, the most important thing to realize is that Rezept acts as a double agent, serving as the direct translation for both 'recipe' (culinary instructions) and 'prescription' (medical authorization). This polysemy is rooted in the Latin word receptum, referring to something 'received' or 'taken'. In the medieval period, medical instructions and cooking instructions were often viewed similarly—as a list of ingredients to be 'taken' and combined to achieve a specific result, whether health or sustenance.

The Culinary Context
When you are in a German kitchen or browsing a cookbook (ein Kochbuch), you will encounter das Rezept. It refers to the structured list of ingredients (Zutaten) and the step-by-step instructions (Anweisungen) needed to prepare a dish. Germans take their recipes seriously, often emphasizing precision in measurements (Gramm, Milliliter). You might hear someone say, 'Das ist ein altes Familienrezept' (This is an old family recipe), highlighting the cultural value placed on traditional cooking methods.

Ich habe ein tolles Rezept für Apfelkuchen gefunden.

The Medical Context
In a healthcare setting, das Rezept is the document a doctor (Arzt) provides so you can obtain medication at a pharmacy (Apotheke). Unlike the US or UK, where 'prescription' is a distinct word, Germans use the same term. You 'get' a recipe (ein Rezept bekommen) and 'hand it in' (ein Rezept einlösen) at the pharmacy. There are different types of medical recipes in Germany, often color-coded: pink for statutory health insurance, blue for private, and green for non-prescription recommendations.

Der Arzt hat mir ein Rezept für Antibiotika ausgestellt.

The Metaphorical Context
Beyond the literal, Rezept is used to describe a formula for success or a solution to a problem. 'Ein Rezept gegen Langeweile' (a recipe against boredom) or 'Das Rezept für Erfolg' (the recipe for success) are common idioms. It implies a proven method that yields a predictable result.

Harte Arbeit ist oft das einzige Rezept für dauerhaften Erfolg.

In summary, whether you are baking a 'Schwarzwälder Kirschtorte' or treating a 'Erkältung', the word Rezept is your essential guide. It represents the transition from a problem or a raw state to a finished, desired outcome through a specific set of instructions.

Using Rezept correctly requires understanding its gender (neuter: das) and how it interacts with common verbs like schreiben (to write), kochen (to cook), and einlösen (to redeem/fill). Because it is a noun, it must always be capitalized. Let's explore the various grammatical environments where this word thrives.

With Accusative Objects
In most sentences, Rezept acts as the direct object. For example, 'Ich brauche ein Rezept.' Since it is neuter, the indefinite article 'ein' remains 'ein' in the accusative case. This is a common point of relief for learners struggling with 'einen' (masculine) or 'eine' (feminine).

Können Sie mir bitte das Rezept für diese Suppe geben?

In the Medical Environment
When visiting a doctor, you might say, 'Der Arzt stellt ein Rezept aus' (The doctor issues a prescription). The verb ausstellen is a separable verb, which is a key B1/B2 grammar point. At the pharmacy, you use einlösen: 'Ich möchte dieses Rezept einlösen' (I would like to fill this prescription).

Ohne Rezept bekommen Sie dieses Medikament nicht.

Prepositional Usage
We often use 'nach' (according to) when following a recipe. 'Ich koche nach Rezept' means 'I am cooking by the book/following the recipe.' If you are looking for a recipe for something, use 'für': 'Ein Rezept für Glück' (A recipe for happiness).

Hast du das Rezept genau befolgt?

Whether you are a beginner (A1) saying 'Das Rezept ist gut' or an advanced learner (C1) discussing 'das Erfolgsrezept einer politischen Strategie', the word remains stable in its gender and basic declension. The complexity arises from the verbs you pair it with and the context you provide.

To truly master Rezept, you need to recognize its sound in the wild. Germany is a country that values both its culinary traditions and its structured healthcare system, so you will hear this word daily in various settings.

At the 'Apotheke' (Pharmacy)
This is perhaps the most frequent place. You walk in, and the pharmacist (Apotheker) will ask: 'Haben Sie ein Rezept?' or 'Ist das ein Kassenrezept?' (Is this a statutory insurance prescription?). If you try to buy strong painkillers without one, they will firmly state: 'Dafür brauchen Sie ein Rezept.'

Geben Sie mir bitte Ihr Rezept und Ihre Versichertenkarte.

In the Kitchen and Social Gatherings
At a dinner party, if the food is excellent, a common compliment is: 'Das schmeckt hervorragend! Darf ich das Rezept haben?' (This tastes excellent! May I have the recipe?). On German TV, cooking shows like 'The Taste' or 'Kitchen Impossible' use the word constantly when discussing techniques and ingredients.

In diesem Kochbuch stehen über hundert Rezepte.

In Business and Politics
In a more abstract sense, news anchors and business leaders talk about 'das richtige Rezept gegen die Inflation' (the right recipe against inflation). Here, it means a strategic plan or a set of measures. It suggests that complex problems can be solved if one just finds the right 'ingredients' or 'formula'.

Die Regierung sucht noch nach einem Rezept für mehr Wirtschaftswachstum.

From the sterile environment of a clinic to the warm atmosphere of a bakery, Rezept is a word that signals instructions for a better state—whether that's being healthy, being full, or being successful.

English speakers often stumble over Rezept because of 'false friends' and the dual meaning that doesn't exist in English. Avoiding these pitfalls will make your German sound much more natural and professional.

Mistake 1: The 'Receipt' Trap
The biggest mistake is using Rezept when you mean 'receipt' (the slip of paper showing you paid for something). In German, a receipt is a Quittung or a Kassenbon. If you ask a cashier for a 'Rezept', they will be very confused, as they don't have the authority to prescribe medicine or the knowledge to give you a cooking guide.

Falsch: Kann ich bitte das Rezept für den Kaffee haben? (Unless you want to know how to brew it!)

Mistake 2: The 'Bill' Confusion
Similarly, don't confuse Rezept with Rechnung (bill/invoice). A 'Rechnung' is what you pay; a 'Rezept' is what you follow or use to get medicine. While they both start with 'Re-', their functions are entirely different.

Richtig: Die Rechnung bitte! (The bill, please!)

Mistake 3: Gender and Plural Errors
Some learners try to make it feminine ('die Rezept') because many German words ending in -t are feminine (like 'die Fahrt' or 'die Nacht'). However, Rezept is strictly neuter: das Rezept. Also, remember the plural is Rezepte, not 'Rezepten' (unless it's in the dative case: 'mit den Rezepten').

Ich habe zwei Rezepte vom Arzt bekommen.

By keeping these distinctions in mind—especially the 'Rezept' vs. 'Quittung' divide—you will avoid the most common 'Denglisch' errors and communicate your needs clearly in both the pharmacy and the restaurant.

While Rezept is the most common term, German offers several synonyms and related words that can add precision to your speech, depending on whether you are talking about medicine, cooking, or general strategies.

Medical Alternatives
In formal medical contexts, you might see Verschreibung or Verordnung. 'Verschreibung' is the act of prescribing, while 'Verordnung' is often used for therapies (like physical therapy) rather than just pills. However, in daily conversation, 99% of people just say 'Rezept'.

Die Verordnung für die Krankengymnastik ist drei Monate gültig.

Culinary Alternatives
If you want to be very specific, you can use Kochrezept (cooking recipe) or Backrezept (baking recipe). Another word is Anleitung (instruction/guide), though this is more general and could apply to building furniture as well. Zubereitungsweise refers specifically to the 'manner of preparation'.

Folgen Sie der Anleitung auf der Verpackung.

Abstract Alternatives
When talking about a 'formula' for something, you can use Formel or Konzept. For example, 'Die Erfolgsformel' (the formula for success). If you mean a 'solution' to a problem, Lösung or Mittel (means/remedy) are excellent choices. 'Ein Hausmittel' is a home remedy—literally a 'house means'.

Gibt es ein Mittel gegen diesen hartnäckigen Husten?

Understanding these nuances allows you to transition from A2 (using 'Rezept' for everything) to B2/C1 (choosing the precise term for the situation). However, 'Rezept' remains the king of versatility in the German language.

How Formal Is It?

격식체

"Der behandelnde Mediziner stellte eine entsprechende Verordnung (Rezept) aus."

중립

"Ich habe das Rezept für den Kuchen verloren."

비격식체

"Hast du mal 'n Rezept gegen diesen Kater?"

Child friendly

"Komm, wir schauen in das bunte Rezeptbuch!"

속어

"Das ist echt ein Rezept für 'nen Fail."

재미있는 사실

In the past, medical prescriptions always started with the Latin 'Recipe' (Take!), which is why the word became synonymous with the instructions themselves.

발음 가이드

UK /reˈt͡sɛpt/
US /reˈt͡sɛpt/
The stress is on the second syllable: re-ZEPT.
라임이 맞는 단어
Konzept Akzept Steppt Schleppt Neppt Geppt Belebt (near rhyme) Klebt (near rhyme)
자주 하는 실수
  • Pronouncing 'z' like an English 'z' (it should be 'ts').
  • Making the 'e' too long (it's a short, open 'e').
  • Swallowing the 'p' before the 't'.
  • Stress on the first syllable.
  • Confusing the vowel sound with 'Rezeptur'.

난이도

독해 2/5

Easy to recognize, but must distinguish context (food vs. medicine).

쓰기 3/5

Simple spelling, but neuter gender and plural must be memorized.

말하기 3/5

The 'z' (ts) sound and the final 'pt' cluster can be tricky for beginners.

듣기 2/5

Clear pronunciation in most dialects.

다음에 무엇을 배울까

선수 학습

essen trinken Arzt Buch geben

다음에 배울 것

Apotheke Medikament Zutat Anweisung unterschreiben

고급

Verschreibungspflicht Indikation Zubereitungsweise Pharmakopöe

알아야 할 문법

Neuter Nouns

Das Rezept (neuter nouns often use 'das').

Separable Verbs

Der Arzt stellt das Rezept AUS (ausstellen).

Preposition 'nach' + Dative

Ich koche nach DEM Rezept.

Compound Nouns

Das Koch + Rezept = Das Kochrezept.

Accusative Object

Ich habe EIN Rezept (masculine would be 'einen').

수준별 예문

1

Das Rezept ist sehr einfach.

The recipe is very simple.

Subject-verb-adjective structure.

2

Ich habe ein Rezept für Brot.

I have a recipe for bread.

Accusative case: 'ein Rezept'.

3

Wo ist das Rezept?

Where is the recipe?

Question with 'wo'.

4

Das ist mein Lieblingsrezept.

That is my favorite recipe.

Compound word: Lieblings + Rezept.

5

Wir kochen nach Rezept.

We are cooking according to the recipe.

Preposition 'nach' + dative.

6

Ist das Rezept gut?

Is the recipe good?

Simple yes/no question.

7

Ich brauche das Rezept.

I need the recipe.

Verb 'brauchen' takes the accusative.

8

Hier sind viele Rezepte.

Here are many recipes.

Plural form: 'Rezepte'.

1

Der Arzt gibt mir ein Rezept.

The doctor gives me a prescription.

Indirect object (mir) and direct object (ein Rezept).

2

Ich muss das Rezept in der Apotheke abgeben.

I have to hand in the prescription at the pharmacy.

Modal verb 'muss' with infinitive 'abgeben'.

3

Haben Sie ein Rezept für diesen Hustensaft?

Do you have a prescription for this cough syrup?

Preposition 'für' + accusative.

4

Dieses Rezept ist vom letzten Monat.

This prescription is from last month.

Genitive/Prepositional time expression.

5

Ich suche ein Rezept für einen Schokoladenkuchen.

I am looking for a recipe for a chocolate cake.

Verb 'suchen' + accusative.

6

Kannst du mir das Rezept schicken?

Can you send me the recipe?

Modal verb 'kannst' with dative 'mir'.

7

Das Rezept steht in diesem Buch.

The recipe is in this book.

Preposition 'in' + dative (location).

8

Ich habe das Rezept verloren.

I lost the recipe.

Perfect tense: 'habe ... verloren'.

1

Der Arzt hat mir ein neues Rezept ausgestellt.

The doctor issued a new prescription for me.

Separable verb 'ausstellen' in perfect tense.

2

Ich möchte dieses Rezept gerne einlösen.

I would like to fill/redeem this prescription.

Verb 'einlösen' specifically for prescriptions.

3

Gibt es ein Rezept gegen diese Müdigkeit?

Is there a remedy/recipe against this tiredness?

Metaphorical use of 'Rezept'.

4

Ohne Rezept bekomme ich die Tabletten nicht.

Without a prescription, I won't get the tablets.

Preposition 'ohne' + accusative.

5

Das Rezept für den Erfolg ist harte Arbeit.

The recipe for success is hard work.

Abstract usage.

6

Können Sie mir das Rezept bitte erklären?

Can you please explain the recipe to me?

Dative (mir) and Accusative (das Rezept).

7

Ich habe das Rezept genau befolgt, aber es schmeckt nicht.

I followed the recipe exactly, but it doesn't taste good.

Verb 'befolgen' (to follow/obey).

8

Dieses Rezept ist nur für Privatpatienten.

This prescription is only for private patients.

Cultural context: Privatpatienten.

1

Die Regierung hat kein Rezept gegen die Arbeitslosigkeit.

The government has no recipe/solution for unemployment.

Metaphorical use in political context.

2

Das Rezept muss innerhalb von drei Monaten eingelöst werden.

The prescription must be filled within three months.

Passive voice with modal verb.

3

Sie hütet ihr Rezept wie ein Staatsgeheimnis.

She guards her recipe like a state secret.

Idiomatic comparison.

4

Ein Rezept für eine glückliche Ehe gibt es nicht.

There is no recipe for a happy marriage.

Abstract/Philosophical usage.

5

Die Apothekerin prüfte das Rezept sorgfältig.

The pharmacist checked the prescription carefully.

Präteritum (simple past).

6

Dieses Medikament ist rezeptpflichtig.

This medication requires a prescription.

Adjective 'rezeptpflichtig'.

7

Ich habe ein tolles Rezept für vegetarische Lasagne.

I have a great recipe for vegetarian lasagna.

Adjective ending 'vegetarische'.

8

Das Rezept wurde digital übermittelt.

The prescription was transmitted digitally.

Passive voice, modern context (e-Rezept).

1

Das Rezept der Populisten scheint bei vielen Wählern zu verfangen.

The populists' formula seems to be catching on with many voters.

Genitive 'der Populisten'.

2

Es mangelt an einem klaren Rezept für die Energiewende.

There is a lack of a clear recipe/plan for the energy transition.

Verb 'mangeln an' + dative.

3

Die Rezeptur dieses Parfüms ist streng geheim.

The formulation of this perfume is strictly secret.

Using 'Rezeptur' for technical/chemical context.

4

Ein Patentrezept für alle Probleme gibt es leider nicht.

Unfortunately, there is no silver bullet/universal recipe for all problems.

Compound word: Patentrezept.

5

Er kocht nie nach Rezept, sondern immer nach Gefühl.

He never cooks by the recipe, but always by intuition.

Contrastive structure 'nicht ... sondern'.

6

Das Rezept muss vom Arzt persönlich unterschrieben sein.

The prescription must be personally signed by the doctor.

Stativpassiv (state passive).

7

Die Komplexität des Rezepts schreckte viele Anfänger ab.

The complexity of the recipe deterred many beginners.

Genitive 'des Rezepts'.

8

In der Krise bewährte sich das alte Rezept der Sparsamkeit.

In the crisis, the old recipe of frugality proved its worth.

Reflexive verb 'sich bewähren'.

1

Die subtile Ironie liegt in der Einfachheit des Rezepts.

The subtle irony lies in the simplicity of the recipe.

Abstract literary analysis.

2

Man kann die Geschichte einer Kultur an ihren Rezepten ablesen.

One can read the history of a culture from its recipes.

Metaphorical/Sociological usage.

3

Das Rezept fungiert hier als Metapher für soziale Kontrolle.

The recipe functions here as a metaphor for social control.

Academic register.

4

Trotz des Rezepts blieb der Patient skeptisch.

Despite the prescription, the patient remained skeptical.

Preposition 'trotz' + genitive.

5

Die pharmazeutische Industrie hütet ihre Rezepte eifersüchtig.

The pharmaceutical industry guards its formulas/recipes jealously.

Adverbial usage.

6

Es bedarf keines Rezepts, um freundlich zu sein.

It requires no recipe to be friendly.

Verb 'bedürfen' + genitive.

7

Das Rezept wurde über Generationen hinweg mündlich überliefert.

The recipe was passed down orally over generations.

Passive voice with temporal extension.

8

Die Dekonstruktion des Rezepts offenbarte dessen Mängel.

The deconstruction of the recipe revealed its flaws.

High-level analytical vocabulary.

자주 쓰는 조합

ein Rezept ausstellen
ein Rezept einlösen
nach Rezept kochen
ein geheimes Rezept
ein Rezept gegen etwas
das Rezept für Erfolg
ein Rezept unterschreiben
ein neues Rezept ausprobieren
ein Rezept verlangen
ein einfaches Rezept

자주 쓰는 구문

Darf ich das Rezept haben?

Das ist ein Rezept für Desaster.

Ein Rezept vom Arzt.

Nach altem Rezept.

Ein Rezept gegen Langeweile.

Das Rezept befolgen.

Ein Rezept umschreiben.

Ohne Rezept.

Ein Rezept weitergeben.

Das richtige Rezept finden.

자주 혼동되는 단어

Rezept vs Quittung

This is a receipt for payment. 'Rezept' is never a payment receipt.

Rezept vs Rechnung

This is a bill or invoice. You pay a 'Rechnung', you follow a 'Rezept'.

Rezept vs Empfang

This means 'reception' (receiving guests or signal). Not related to 'Rezept'.

관용어 및 표현

"Ein Rezept gegen alles haben"

To claim to have a solution for every problem, often used skeptically.

Er tut so, als hätte er ein Rezept gegen alles.

informal

"Das ist kein Rezept für die Ewigkeit"

Something that works now but is not a permanent solution.

Diese Strategie ist kein Rezept für die Ewigkeit.

neutral

"Nach Schema F (instead of Rezept)"

While not using the word 'Rezept', this idiom means following a rigid, uncreative formula.

Er arbeitet immer nur nach Schema F.

informal

"Ein Patentrezept haben"

To have a 'magic' or universal solution that works every time.

Es gibt kein Patentrezept für Kindererziehung.

neutral

"Das ist sein Erfolgsrezept"

The specific method someone uses to be successful.

Disziplin ist sein einziges Erfolgsrezept.

neutral

"Ein Rezept aus der Hexenküche"

A mysterious or suspicious mixture/plan.

Das klingt wie ein Rezept aus der Hexenküche.

informal

"Jemandem ein Rezept verschreiben"

Literally medical, but can metaphorically mean giving someone a stern piece of advice.

Dem muss ich mal ein Rezept verschreiben!

informal

"Das Rezept für das Glück"

The secret to being happy.

Jeder sucht das Rezept für das Glück.

literary

"Nach eigenem Rezept"

Doing something your own way, ignoring standard rules.

Sie führt die Firma nach eigenem Rezept.

neutral

"Ein Rezept für die Tonne"

A very bad recipe or plan that should be thrown away.

Dieses neue Gesetz ist ein Rezept für die Tonne.

slang

혼동하기 쉬운

Rezept vs Quittung

Sounds like 'receipt' in English.

Quittung is for money paid; Rezept is for instructions or medicine.

Ich brauche eine Quittung für die Steuer.

Rezept vs Rezeptur

Very similar root.

Rezeptur is the technical formulation/composition, often used in labs or industry.

Die Rezeptur der Creme wurde verbessert.

Rezept vs Beleg

Also means a type of proof/receipt.

Beleg is a general term for a supporting document or voucher.

Bitte bewahren Sie den Beleg auf.

Rezept vs Anweisung

Both mean instructions.

Anweisung is more general (e.g., from a boss); Rezept is specific to food/medicine.

Folgen Sie den Anweisungen des Personals.

Rezept vs Verschreibung

Synonym for medical Rezept.

Verschreibung is more formal and focuses on the act of the doctor writing it.

Die Verschreibung ist online verfügbar.

문장 패턴

A1

Das [Nomen] ist [Adjektiv].

Das Rezept ist einfach.

A2

Ich habe ein Rezept für [Substanz].

Ich habe ein Rezept für Brot.

B1

Der Arzt stellt ein Rezept für [Patient] aus.

Der Arzt stellt ein Rezept für mich aus.

B1

Ich möchte ein Rezept [Verb].

Ich möchte ein Rezept einlösen.

B2

Es gibt kein Patentrezept für [Problem].

Es gibt kein Patentrezept für den Klimawandel.

C1

Das Rezept basiert auf [Dativ].

Das Rezept basiert auf einer alten Tradition.

C1

Trotz des [Genitiv] gelang das Gericht nicht.

Trotz des Rezepts gelang das Gericht nicht.

C2

Die Rezeptur entzieht sich einer [Dativ].

Die Rezeptur entzieht sich einer einfachen Analyse.

어휘 가족

명사

동사

형용사

관련

사용법

frequency

Very high in both daily life and professional contexts.

자주 하는 실수
  • Die Rezept Das Rezept

    Rezept is neuter, not feminine.

  • Ich brauche ein Rezept für diese Schuhe. Ich brauche eine Quittung für diese Schuhe.

    You need a receipt (Quittung) for purchases, not a recipe.

  • Der Arzt schreibt eine Quittung. Der Arzt schreibt ein Rezept.

    Doctors write prescriptions (Rezepte), not payment receipts (Quittungen).

  • Ich koche mit Rezept. Ich koche nach Rezept.

    The preposition 'nach' is used for following instructions.

  • Die Rezepten sind gut. Die Rezepte sind gut.

    The plural is 'Rezepte'. 'Rezepten' is only for dative plural.

Neuter Gender

Always remember 'das Rezept'. Neuter words are common for things that are results of an action.

False Friend Alert

Never ask for a 'Rezept' in a clothing store. They will think you are looking for a way to cook the shirt!

Pharmacy Colors

In Germany, a pink 'Rezept' is for public insurance, and a blue one is for private. It's a quick way to tell them apart.

The 'Z' Sound

Practice saying 'ts' like in 'cats' to get the 'z' in Rezept right. It's 'Re-tsept'.

Compound Words

You can combine 'Rezept' with almost anything: 'Nudelrezept', 'Kuchenrezept', 'Hustenrezept'.

Cook in German

Try following a simple German recipe online. It's the best way to learn 'Rezept' and related cooking verbs.

Metaphors

Use 'Erfolgsrezept' in business contexts to sound more like a native speaker.

Filling a Prescription

The verb is 'einlösen'. Think of it like 'redeeming' a coupon.

Context Clues

Listen for 'Zutaten' (ingredients) vs 'Apotheke' (pharmacy) to distinguish the meaning.

The 'P' Rule

Rezept = Recipe / Prescription. Both English words start with 'P' or have a strong 'P' sound, just like RezePt.

암기하기

기억법

Think of a **RE**ally **ZEPT**ional (exceptional) meal or medicine. You need a **Rezept** for both!

시각적 연상

Imagine a chef's hat and a doctor's stethoscope lying on a single piece of paper. That paper is the 'Rezept'.

Word Web

Kochen Backen Arzt Medikament Apotheke Zutaten Anleitung Erfolg

챌린지

Try to find one 'Rezept' for a German dish (like Spätzle) and one 'Rezept' (prescription) image online to see the difference in layout.

어원

Derived from the Latin 'receptum', the neuter past participle of 'recipere' (to receive/take).

원래 의미: Something received or a set of instructions for what should be taken (especially in medicine).

Indo-European -> Latin -> Middle High German -> Modern German.

문화적 맥락

No major sensitivities, but be aware that 'rezeptpflichtig' drugs are strictly controlled in Germany compared to some other countries.

In English, we strictly separate 'recipe' and 'prescription'. Using 'recipe' for medicine in English sounds like you are making the medicine yourself in a pot!

Das Rezept (Song by various artists) Dr. Oetker Schulkochbuch (The bible of German Rezepte) E-Rezept App (The modern German way)

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실제 사용 상황

At the Doctor

  • Können Sie mir ein Rezept ausstellen?
  • Ich brauche ein neues Rezept.
  • Ist das Rezept gebührenpflichtig?
  • Wie lange ist das Rezept gültig?

In the Kitchen

  • Wo ist das Rezept?
  • Ich koche nach Rezept.
  • Das Rezept ist von meiner Oma.
  • Hast du ein Rezept für Lasagne?

At the Pharmacy

  • Ich möchte dieses Rezept einlösen.
  • Gibt es das auch ohne Rezept?
  • Hier ist mein Rezept.
  • Muss ich für das Rezept etwas bezahlen?

Business Meeting

  • Das ist unser Erfolgsrezept.
  • Wir brauchen ein Rezept gegen die Krise.
  • Haben Sie ein Rezept für dieses Problem?
  • Das Rezept funktioniert nicht mehr.

Socializing

  • Darf ich das Rezept haben?
  • Das ist ein tolles Rezept!
  • Ich probiere gerne neue Rezepte aus.
  • Wer hat dieses Rezept geschrieben?

대화 시작하기

"Hast du ein gutes Rezept für einen deutschen Käsekuchen?"

"Musst du oft zum Arzt, um ein Rezept abzuholen?"

"Kochst du lieber nach Rezept oder improvisierst du?"

"Was ist dein persönliches Erfolgsrezept für das Deutschlernen?"

"Glaubst du, dass alte Familienrezepte die besten sind?"

일기 주제

Schreibe über dein liebstes Rezept aus deiner Kindheit. Wer hat es gekocht?

Beschreibe deinen letzten Besuch in einer Apotheke. Hattest du ein Rezept dabei?

Was ist deiner Meinung nach das Rezept für ein glückliches Leben?

Hast du schon einmal ein Rezept komplett falsch verstanden? Was ist passiert?

Warum ist es wichtig, dass bestimmte Medikamente nur auf Rezept erhältlich sind?

자주 묻는 질문

10 질문

No, in German it also means 'medical prescription'. You have to look at the context (kitchen vs. doctor) to know which one is meant.

It is neuter: 'das Rezept'. This is important for articles and adjective endings.

You say: 'Ich habe ein Rezept.' If you want to be specific, you can say 'ein Rezept vom Arzt'.

No! This is a common mistake. For a payment receipt, use 'Quittung' or 'Kassenbon'.

The plural is 'die Rezepte'. You just add an 'e' at the end.

Usually, 'Formel' is used for math, but 'Rezept' can be used metaphorically for a 'formula for success' (Erfolgsrezept).

It means 'prescription-only'. You cannot buy these medicines without a 'Rezept' from a doctor.

You say 'nach Rezept kochen' or 'das Rezept befolgen'.

It is the new electronic prescription system in Germany where the prescription is stored on your health card or a smartphone app.

Technically 'rezeptieren' exists in medical jargon, but it is almost never used in daily life. Stick to the noun 'Rezept'.

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writing

Write a sentence using 'Rezept' in a medical context.

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Write a sentence using 'Rezept' in a culinary context.

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Translate: 'I am cooking according to the recipe.'

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Translate: 'Do you have a recipe for pizza?'

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Write the plural of 'das Rezept' with the article.

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Translate: 'The doctor issued a prescription.'

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Translate: 'I must fill this prescription at the pharmacy.'

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Use 'Erfolgsrezept' in a sentence.

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Translate: 'Without a prescription, you won't get the medicine.'

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Write a sentence about a secret recipe.

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Translate: 'This medicine is prescription-only.'

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Write a sentence with 'viele Rezepte'.

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Translate: 'May I have the recipe?'

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Translate: 'He never cooks by the recipe.'

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Write a sentence about a 'Rezept gegen Stress'.

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Translate: 'The recipe is very old.'

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Translate: 'I lost the recipe.'

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Translate: 'Is the recipe easy?'

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Write a sentence with 'Kassenrezept'.

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Translate: 'There is no magic formula.'

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Say: 'Ich habe ein Rezept.'

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Say: 'Das Rezept ist gut.'

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Say: 'Ich brauche ein Rezept vom Arzt.'

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Say: 'Wo ist das Rezept für die Pizza?'

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Say: 'Ich möchte dieses Rezept einlösen.'

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Say: 'Kochen Sie nach Rezept?'

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Say: 'Das ist mein Erfolgsrezept.'

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Say: 'Haben Sie ein Rezept gegen Husten?'

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Say: 'Das Rezept ist ein Geheimnis.'

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Say: 'Ich habe das Rezept verloren.'

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Say: 'Geben Sie mir bitte das Rezept.'

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Say: 'Das Rezept ist sehr einfach.'

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Say: 'Ist das Medikament rezeptpflichtig?'

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Say: 'Ich suche ein neues Rezept.'

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Say: 'Das Rezept steht im Buch.'

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Say: 'Darf ich das Rezept haben?'

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Say: 'Wir kochen heute nach Rezept.'

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Say: 'Das Rezept ist für einen Kuchen.'

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Say: 'Haben Sie das Rezept dabei?'

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Say: 'Das ist ein tolles Rezept.'

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listening

Listen and identify: 'Rezept'

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Listen and identify: 'Das Rezept'

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Listen and identify: 'Die Rezepte'

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Listen and identify: 'Kochrezept'

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Listen and identify: 'Arztrezept'

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Listen and identify: 'rezeptpflichtig'

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Listen and identify: 'rezeptfrei'

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Listen and identify: 'Erfolgsrezept'

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Listen and identify: 'Geheimrezept'

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Listen and identify: 'nach Rezept'

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Listen and identify: 'ein Rezept einlösen'

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Listen and identify: 'ein Rezept ausstellen'

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Listen and identify: 'Kassenrezept'

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Listen and identify: 'Privatrezept'

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Listen and identify: 'Patentrezept'

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