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torte

[tɔːt]

torte Definition

a rich cake, typically made with many eggs and ground nuts or breadcrumbs instead of flour, and often flavored with alcohol or espresso.

Using torte: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "torte" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The chocolate torte was delicious.

  • Example

    She baked a raspberry torte for the party.

  • Example

    The bakery sells a variety of tortes.

torte Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for torte

Phrases with torte

  • Sacher Torte

    a type of chocolate cake invented by Franz Sacher in Vienna, Austria

    Example

    The Sacher Torte is a famous Viennese dessert.

  • Linzer Torte

    a tart made from shortcrust pastry and filled with fruit preserves, usually raspberry or redcurrant

    Example

    The Linzer Torte is a traditional Austrian pastry.

  • a chocolate sponge cake with a cherry filling, topped with whipped cream and chocolate shavings

    Example

    The Black Forest Torte is a popular German dessert.

Origins of torte

from German 'Torte', from Italian 'torta', meaning 'cake'

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Summary: torte in Brief

A 'torte' [tɔːt] is a rich cake made with eggs and ground nuts or breadcrumbs instead of flour, often flavored with alcohol or espresso. It is a type of pastry that can be served as a dessert, such as the Sacher Torte, a chocolate cake invented in Vienna, or the Linzer Torte, a tart filled with fruit preserves. The Black Forest Torte is another popular German dessert.