German · Food & Drink
"Beer" in German: Bier
das Bier
Beer in German is das Bier. Order with Ein Bier, bitte or specify the type: Pils, Weißbier, or alkoholfreies Bier. It is neuter: das Bier, ein Bier.
At a pub
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How to pronounce Bier
Say it
beer
/biːɐ/
beer, almost like English beer, but shorter and clearer on the ie. Stress the single syllable.
"Beer" in German: quick reference
| German | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| das Bier | the beer Basic neuter noun. | Basic neuter noun. |
| ein Bier bitte | a beer, please Standard bar order. | Standard bar order. |
| Weißbier / Weizen | wheat beer Common in Bavaria and beyond. | Common in Bavaria and beyond. |
| alkoholfreies Bier | non-alcoholic beer Widely offered and socially normal. | Widely offered and socially normal. |
How to use Bier in real life
- 1At a pub
Noch ein Bier für mich, bitte.
Another beer for me, please.
Noch ein Bier is the usual refill line.
- 2Picnic plan
Soll ich Bier und Wasser mitbringen?
Should I bring beer and water?
Bier without article often means beer as a drink category.
- 3Choosing a type
Welches Bier trinkst du gern?
Which beer do you like to drink?
Welches agrees with neuter Bier.
Mistakes English speakers make with Bier
Incorrect: Ich möchte eine Bier.
Correct: Ich möchte ein Bier.
Bier is neuter: ein Bier, not eine Bier.
Incorrect: Zwei Biere groß, bitte. (unclear size)
Correct: Zwei große Bier, bitte. / Zwei Maß, bitte.
In many regions people say Bier for the drink and add size separately; Maß is a liter in Bavaria.
Good to know
Beer is everyday social glue in Germany, from after-work drinks to festivals. Ordering alkoholfreies Bier is normal and rarely raises eyebrows. Clinking glasses with Zum Wohl or Prost is common before the first sip.
Try it in a ChatPal conversation
Ordering at a beer garden
ChatPal
Nimmst du ein Bier oder lieber Limo?
Are you having a beer or rather soda?
You
Ein Bier, bitte. Ein helles.
A beer, please. A light one.
ChatPal
Ich hole zwei Bier. Warte kurz.
I'll get two beers. Wait a sec.
You
Danke! Stell das Bier hier hin.
Thanks! Put the beer here.
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FAQ
Common questions about "Beer" in German
What gender is Bier?
Neuter: das Bier, ein Bier.
How do you order a beer?
Ein Bier, bitte. Add the type if you care: ein Pils, ein Weißbier.
Is non-alcoholic beer common?
Yes. Ask for alkoholfreies Bier.
What do people say before drinking?
Prost or Zum Wohl while making eye contact.
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