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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