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How do you say "vinegar" in German?
der Essig
In German, "vinegar" is der Essig.
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Pronunciation
Pronounced 'ES-sikh', stress on the first syllable, with a short E.
Grammar notes
Der Essig is masculine. Plural: die Essige. Combines the sour taste with common German word formation.
Example sentence
Der Essig ist sauer und konservierend.
The vinegar is sour and preservative.
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How to remember der Essig
Essig sounds like it could mean 'essence of sour'. Vinegar is sour and tangy.
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Questions about der Essig
How do you say "vinegar" in German?
In German, "vinegar" is der Essig. It is a noun.
Is der Essig masculine or feminine?
Der Essig is masculine. Plural: die Essige. Combines the sour taste with common German word formation.
How is der Essig used in a sentence?
Use der Essig as you would use the equivalent noun in English. For example: Der Essig ist sauer und konservierend. (The vinegar is sour and preservative.).
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