English–German

“liquor” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ʃnaps/

Example

Zum Abschluss trinke ich einen Schnaps.

To finish, I have a shot of liquor.

Illustration for Schnaps (liquor)

How to say “liquor” in German

“Liquor” in German is Schnaps.

A small neat pour links a fruit or grain distillate with the broader everyday idea of a strong alcoholic drink.

Full entry for Schnaps: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with Schnaps

Nach dem Fest bestellten einige Gäste einen hausgemachten Schnaps.

After the festival, some guests ordered homemade liquor.

Tips for using Schnaps

  • English schnapps often means sweet flavored liqueurs, whereas German Schnaps commonly means a clear, unsweetened distilled spirit.

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