bar
Meaning and Usage
The German word "Bar" translates to "bar" in English and refers to a place where alcoholic beverages are served. It can also mean "cash" in the sense of payment in cash.
Linguistic Analysis
The word "Bar" is a loanword from English and has the same spelling and meaning in both languages.
Comparisons between German and English
The word "bar" has the same meaning in both languages and is spelled the same way.
Cultural Context
In Germany, "die Bar" refers to the place where people gather to socialize and enjoy drinks, often with a specific ambiance and style of service.
Example Sentences
- Ich treffe meine Freunde in der Bar. (I'm meeting my friends at the bar.)
- Kannst du mir das Geld bitte bar geben? (Can you please give me the money in cash?)
Memory Tips
Associate the word "Bar" with the English word "bar" and remember that it refers to a place for drinks or cash payment.
Additional Vocabulary
- die Kneipe (pub)
- das Bier (beer)
- der Wein (wine)
Gender and Plural (for nouns)
- Gender: feminine (die Bar)
- Plural: die Bars
Conjugation (for verbs)
Not applicable, as "Bar" is a noun and not a verb.