In German
mehr
Meaning: more
Formal or informal? “Mehr” means more. For “no more”, say “nicht mehr” or “kein … mehr”, for example “kein Wasser mehr”.
Example sentences
Ich möchte mehr Wasser.
I'd like more water.
Gibt es noch mehr Kuchen?
Is there more cake?
Mehr Zeit habe ich leider nicht.
Unfortunately I don't have more time.
Grammar note
“Mehr” doesn't change, and it's used with a singular mass noun or a plural: “mehr Wasser”, “mehr Bücher”. The comparative of “viel” (much) is “mehr”.
Common mistake
Don't confuse “mehr” (more) with “Meer” (sea). They sound alike, but the spelling and meaning differ.
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How do you say “no more” in German?
“Nicht mehr” or “kein … mehr”.
What is the difference between “mehr” and “Meer”?
“Mehr” is more, while “Meer” is the sea.