This is the 6055th most frequent German word.
continental
Relating to or characteristic of the European continent.
Here, 'kontinentale' is used as an adjective to describe the type of cuisine, referring generally to dishes representative of European mainland traditions.
Die kontinentale Küche bietet vielfältige Geschmacksoptionen.
Continental cuisine offers diverse flavor options.
In this sentence, 'kontinentale' specifies a type of climate typically found in regions far from large bodies of water, emphasizing geographical characteristics.
Das kontinentale Klima zeichnet sich durch heiße Sommer und kalte Winter aus.
The continental climate is characterized by hot summers and cold winters.
Here, 'kontinentalen' is used as an adjective describing the nature of tectonic plates, which relate to large landmass regions of the Earth's crust.