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Schankglas

pub glass

noun SHANK-glahs Rare

Also means

standard drinking glass

Usage Note

Schankglas is a standard glass used for serving beer or water in German pubs and restaurants, typically holding 0.3 or 0.5 litres with straight sides. Distinct from the Bavarian Maßkrug (one-litre mug) and the tulip-shaped Pilsglas.

Examples

"Der Wirt stellte zwei Schankgläser mit frisch gezapftem Bier auf den Tisch."

Natural Translation

The landlord placed two pub glasses with freshly tapped beer on the table.

Literal Translation

The innkeeper placed two drinking glasses with freshly tapped beer on the table.

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