German word

Becher

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈbɛçɐ/

Meaning

  • masculine nouncup

Example

Der Becher ist voll.

The cup is full.

Illustration for Becher (cup)

More examples

Er bestellte einen Kaffee im To-go-Becher.

He ordered a coffee in a to-go cup.

Core concept

A simple cylindrical vessel stands ready for a drink, ranging from a small plastic cup to a sturdy beaker.

Common phrases

  • To-go-Becher

    to-go cup

  • Porzellanbecher

    porcelain cup

Similar words

Tasse: A small ceramic or porcelain vessel with a handle for hot drinks indoors.
Glas: A transparent drinking vessel made of glass, commonly used for water or juice.

Definition in German

Ein Becher ist ein offenes Gefäß zum Trinken, meist zylindrisch und oft ohne Untertasse oder großen Henkel.

Word origin

The German noun Becher developed from Middle High German becher, which traces back through Old High German to Latin bicarium.

Usage tips

  • German commonly uses Tasse for a handled coffee or tea cup, while Becher usually suggests a handleless cup or a larger drinking vessel.

Other meanings

  • beakernoun

Related words

  • To-go-Becherto-go cupnoun
  • Porzellanbecherporcelain cupnoun

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