デザート

• Reading: デザート
• Romaji: dezaato
• Pronunciation: /de.zaː.to/

Meaning

Dessert. A sweet course served after a meal.

A katakana loanword from English 'dessert.' Encompasses both Western sweets like ケーキ (cake) and アイスクリーム (ice cream), as well as Japanese confections. In restaurants, dessert is often included in set courses or available as an add-on. The Japanese dessert scene is known for its attention to presentation and seasonal ingredients.

Examples

1. デザートにケーキとアイスクリームを頼みました。 I ordered cake and ice cream for dessert.
2. ランチの後にデザートはいかがですか。 Would you like some dessert after lunch?
3. このお店はデザートの種類がとても多いです。 This restaurant has a huge variety of desserts.

Usage Guide

Context: dining, restaurants, food

Tone: neutral

Origin & History

Borrowed from English 'dessert,' which comes from French 'desservir' (to clear the table). The concept of a dessert course became common in Japan as Western dining culture spread.

Cultural Context

Era: Modern

Generation: All ages

Social background: Universal