German word

Essig

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈɛsɪç/

Meaning

  • masculine nounvinegar

Example

Gib mir bitte den Essig.

Please pass me the vinegar.

Illustration for Essig (vinegar)

More examples

Für den Salat gebe ich nur einen Schuss Essig.

For the salad, I add just a splash of vinegar.

Core concept

A small bottle of sour liquid beside food, ready to brighten a dish or slow its spoilage.

Common phrases

  • einen Schuss Essig

    a splash of vinegar

  • mit Essig abschmecken

    season with vinegar

  • in Essig einlegen

    pickle in vinegar

Similar words

Weinessig: A sour liquid for cooking, made from fermented grapes or wine.
Balsamico: A dark, thick Italian seasoning combining sweetness with acidity.
Apfelessig: A gentle, fruity sour liquid produced from apples.
Essigessenz: A strong vinegar concentrate intended to be diluted with water.

Definition in German

Essig ist ein Nomen für ein saures Würz- und Konservierungsmittel, das in vielen Küchen verwendet wird.

Word origin

The modern form developed from Old High German ezzih and Middle High German ezzich, older forms for vinegar.

Usage tips

  • German commonly uses Essig for kinds such as Apfelessig, Weinessig, and Balsamessig, with the type placed before Essig.

Related words

  • Essigsäureacetic acidnoun
  • Apfelessigapple cider vinegarnoun

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