Ich habe eine Laktoseintoleranz.
I am lactose intolerant.
Language note: Helpful phrase for explaining dietary needs.
Culture note: Increasing awareness in German cafes; non-dairy options are readily available.
Context: You need to clarify your milk preference due to a dietary restriction.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Ich
[ikh]
I
The first-person singular pronoun used by a speaker to refer to themselves.
Ich erkläre, dass ich keine Milch vertrage.
I am stating that I cannot tolerate milk.
habe
[hah-buh]
have
Used to indicate a state or possession.
Ich habe immer Sojamilch zu Hause.
I always have soy milk at home.
eine
[eye-nuh]
a
An article used to introduce a noun.
Ich habe eine Auswahl an Mandelmilch.
I have a selection of almond milk.
Laktoseintoleranz
[lahk-toh-se-intoh-luh-rants]
lactose intolerance
An inability to digest lactose.
Ich habe eine Laktoseintoleranz und brauche Sojamilch.
I have lactose intolerance and need soy milk.
Phrase Parts
Ich habe
Eine Laktoseintoleranz
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