Krügerl
beer mug
The German word "Krügerl" is a noun, primarily used in Bavarian and Austrian dialects, referring to a small beer mug or steins (usually about half a liter).
- It is derived from "Krug", which means jug or mug. The suffix "-erl" is a diminutive in some Bavarian/Austrian dialects, indicating something small or endearing.
Similar words:
- "Krug" (jug, mug) — usually larger or more general.
- "Bierkrug" (beer mug) — formal, standard term.
- "Halbe" (colloquial for a half-liter beer, especially in Bavaria).
Difference:
"Krügerl" specifically refers to smaller beer mugs and has a regional, informal touch emphasizing the size and cultural context (Bavaria/Austria), whereas "Krug" is more general and can refer to various types of jugs or mugs without size or beverage specificity.
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Examples
Er bestellte drei volle Krügerl und teilte sie mit seinen Freunden.noun
He ordered three full beer mugs and shared them with his friends.
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