English–German

“tavern keeper” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/vɪʁt/

Example

Der Wirt spricht mit den Gästen.

The tavern keeper is talking to the guests.

Illustration for Wirt (tavern keeper)

How to say “tavern keeper” in German

“Tavern keeper” in German is Wirt.

The tavern's central host moves between the guests and the business, combining personal hospitality with responsibility for the premises.

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

Example sentences with Wirt

Der Wirt organisiert das Sommerfest im Dorf.

The tavern keeper organizes the summer festival in the village.

Tips for using Wirt

  • The dative singular is dem Wirt, but the dative plural is den Wirten, with the added ending marking the plural case.

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