German word

Bier

Pronunciation

IPA/biːɐ̯/

Meaning

  • neuter nounbeer

Example

Kommst du mit auf ein Bier?

Are you coming along for a beer?

Illustration for Bier (beer)

More examples

Ich bestelle ein Bier, bitte.

I'll order a beer, please.

Core concept

A foamy golden drink in a glass, also serving as a simple invitation to sit and talk together.

Common phrases

  • ein Bier bestellen

    order a beer

  • auf ein Bier gehen

    go have a beer

Similar words

Pils: A pale, light-bodied beer with a clear, pronounced bitterness.
Weizen: A wheat-based beer with a thick head of foam and a fruity aroma.
Helles: A pale beer with mild bitterness and a subtle touch of sweetness.
Dunkel: A dark beer with malty sweetness and roasted aromas.

Definition in German

Gärgetränk aus gemälztem Getreide, das häufig Hopfen enthält und meist alkoholisch ist.

Word origin

Bier developed from Old High German bior, the historical form that became the modern German noun.

Usage tips

  • Bier is neuter, so the forms are das Bier and ein Bier; the plural Biere usually refers to beers or varieties.

Related words

  • Biergartenbeer gardennoun
  • Bierbrauereibeer brewerynoun

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