Cheeseburger
/ˈt͡ʃiːsˌbœːɐ̯ɡɐ/masculine
The English phrase "cheeseburger" is Cheeseburger in German.
Cheeseburger is a masculine noun used to refer to a hamburger that includes cheese.
Meaning: hamburger with cheese (noun)
How does it change in a sentence?
As a masculine noun, it follows German grammatical rules for masculine gender.
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈtʃiːsˌbœːɐ̯ɡɐ/
Did you know?
- Many Germans use the term Amerikaner to refer to a type of sponge cake with frosting, which can cause confusion when discussing American foods like the Cheeseburger.
- In Germany, ordering a Cheeseburger often implies a specific type of processed slice, whereas Käse generally refers to a vast array of regional hard cheeses.
- If you ask for a Käseburger instead of a Cheeseburger, you might find yourself in a more traditional or older German restaurant rather than a modern fast-food chain.
Examples in context
- Tom wollte nur einen Cheeseburger.Tom only wanted a cheeseburger.This sentence is useful for expressing a simple desire for a single Cheeseburger.Tatoeba #10302250 by wannieh, translation #2642622 by CK
- Einen Cheeseburger und eine Cola, bitte.I'd like a cheeseburger and a coke.This sentence is useful for ordering a Cheeseburger along with a drink.Tatoeba #2183099 by freddy1, translation #2183098 by freddy1
- Ich habe gerade einen Cheeseburger gegessen.I just ate a cheeseburger.This sentence is useful for stating that you have recently eaten a Cheeseburger.Tatoeba #8317338 by Luiaard, translation #7840842 by RobinvanderVliet
- Entschuldigung, dürfte ich einen Hamburger mit Käse haben?Excuse me, may I have a hamburger with cheese?
- Hey, ich hätte gerne einen Cheeseburger.Hey, I would like to have a cheeseburger.
- Kann ich einen Burger mit Käse bekommen?Can I get a burger with cheese?
Example conversation
Julian and Julia are deciding what to eat for lunch.
- JulianHast du Lust auf einen Cheeseburger?Do you feel like having a cheeseburger?
- JuliaJa, das klingt super!Yes, that sounds great!
- JulianIch bestelle uns zwei Cheeseburger.I'll order two cheeseburgers for us.
- JuliaDanke, Julian!Thanks, Julian!
Sources
- Wiktionary, “cheeseburger” translations and entries Cheeseburger, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
