der Kirsch
kirsch
A clear fruit brandy made by distilling fermented cherries; also called kirschwasser.
EXAMPLE
Ein Schuss Kirsch verfeinert die Schwarzwälder Kirschtorte.
A splash of kirsch enhances Black Forest cherry cake.
der Kirsch
kirsch
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Meanings
Usage tips
Word family
The word 'der Kirsch' (kirsch) is closely related to 'die Kirsche' (the cherry). The different article signals the meaning: 'die Kirsche' (feminine) is the fruit, while 'der Kirsch' (masculine) is the schnapps made from it.
EXAMPLE
Dieser Kirsch wird aus regionalen Kirschen gebrannt.
This kirsch is distilled from regional cherries.
Typical collocations
'Kirsch' is often used in culinary contexts. Typical phrases are 'ein Schuss Kirsch' (a splash of kirsch), 'mit Kirsch verfeinern' (to refine/enhance with kirsch), or 'einen Kirsch trinken' (to drink a kirsch).
EXAMPLE
Er bestellte nach dem Essen einen doppelten Kirsch.
After the meal, he ordered a double kirsch.
Use without an article
As with many spirits, 'Kirsch' is often used without an article when referring to the substance itself or to an indefinite amount, especially after measurements.
EXAMPLE
Für das Fondue brauchen wir noch eine Flasche Kirsch.
For the fondue, we still need a bottle of kirsch.
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