Stein

usgb/staɪn/
noun

A large mug normally used for beer.

He drank a whole stein of beer at the Oktoberfest.
Visual representation of "stein" - A large mug normally used for beer

Often appears as...

  • beer stein
  • fill the stein
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Visual representation of "stein"
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Cultural Icon

A 'stein' is iconic in German culture, especially during festivals like Oktoberfest.

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Souvenir shops in Munich sell decorative steins during Oktoberfest.
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Not Just Beer

Although commonly associated with beer, a 'stein' can be used for any cold beverages.

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At the barbecue, he served lemonade in a chilled stein.
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Sizing Up

Steins usually come in larger sizes than standard mugs and can hold more liquid.

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The stein can hold twice as much as my coffee mug.
Visual representation of the word "Stein"

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