In German
Bier
Meaning: beer
Formal or informal? “Ein Bier” is the everyday order. “Ein Pils” means a pilsner, the most common German beer type.
Example sentences
EinBier,bitte!
A beer, please!
DasBieristkalt.
The beer is cold.
AmSamstagtrinkeichgerneinBiermitFreunden.
On Saturday I like having a beer with friends.
Grammar note
“Das Bier” is neuter, so the article is “ein” and “das”: “ein Bier”.
Common mistake
Don't say “eine Bier”. Since “Bier” is neuter, it's always “ein Bier”.
Quick check
Which word means “beer”?
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Practise it in a lesson →Frequently asked questions
What is a pilsner in German?
“Pils”, short for Pilsner, the common light German lager.
How do you order a large beer?
“Ein großes Bier, bitte!” or “eine Maß” in Bavaria, which is a litre.