die Bar, –
bar
Ein Ort, an dem Menschen Getränke bestellen, dort sitzen und sich unterhalten.
The German word "Bar" straightforwardly refers to an establishment where drinks, particularly alcoholic, are served and consumed. It is similar to the word in English, "bar," and the concept transcends linguistic boundaries with very little difference in meaning.
In German, it can also denote a counter at which these drinks are served. Alternative terms with related meanings include "Kneipe" (pub, which has a more local and cozy connotation), "Schankwirtschaft" (tavern, suggesting a comprehensive site serving both drinks and food) and "Cocktailbar" which specifies a type of bar specializing in cocktails. Transitioning from "Bar" to these alternatives generally implicates a subtle shift in the establishment's atmosphere, primary beverage offerings, or cultural association.
"Bar" and these similar terms capture the role of each context in social culture: a Bar being mature and trendy, a Kneipe more local and traditional, and a Cocktailbar more specific and creative.
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Examples
Wir treffen uns in der Bar.noun
We are meeting at the bar.
Die Bar öffnet erst um 20 Uhr.noun
The bar doesn't open until 8 p.m.
In der Bar wartet mein Freund schon auf mich.noun
In the bar, my friend is already waiting for me.
In dieser Bar gibt es ausgezeichnete Cocktails.noun
In this bar there are excellent cocktails.
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