Zigarre
/t͡siˈɡaʁə/feminine
The English phrase "cigar" is Zigarre in German. Wiktionary also lists Glimmstängel.
Meaning: rolled bundle of tobacco made for smoking (noun)
Ways to say it
| German | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Zigarre | /t͡siˈɡaʁə/ | feminine |
| Glimmstängel | masculine |
The term refers to a rolled bundle of tobacco made for smoking.
Which one should you use?
While Zigarre refers specifically to a cigar, the term Glimmstängel is a colloquial, slightly derogatory term used to mean "cigarette".
How does it change in a sentence?
The noun Zigarre is feminine, so you must use feminine articles like die or eine.
How do you pronounce it?
/tsiˈɡaʁə/
Did you know?
- While Zigarre is the standard term, the colloquial Glimmstängel literally translates to 'glow-stick'. It is typically used to poke fun at the small size or insignificance of a cigarette compared to a cigar.
- In German culture, a Zigarre was historically linked to the 'bourgeoisie' and status, often associated with the image of the 'gentleman' in the early 20th century.
- In some German dialects, the term Stummel refers to the leftover butt of a Zigarre or cigarette, meaning 'stump'.
Examples in context
- Sie rauchte eine Zigarre.She smoked a cigar.This sentence is useful for showing the use of Zigarre in the context of smoking.Tatoeba #7939667 by manese, translation #3525155 by CH
- Tom paffte seine Zigarre.Tom puffed on his cigar.This sentence is useful for showing the use of Zigarre in the context of puffing.Tatoeba #11088161 by Pfirsichbaeumchen, translation #5272656 by Hybrid
- Karl rauchte eine Zigarre.Karl smoked a cigar.Tatoeba #13322723 by Waldelfe, translation #11635652 by Amastan
- Entschuldigen Sie, hätten Sie eine Zigarre für mich?Excuse me, do you have a cigar for me?
- Ich rauche gerne köstliche Havanna-Zigarren.I enjoy smoking delicious Havana cigars.
- Haben Sie vielleicht ein Feuerzeug für meine Zigarre?Do you happen to have a lighter for my cigar?
- Hast du eine Kippe für mich? Ich habe Lust auf eine Zigarre.Do you have a cigarette for me? I feel like smoking a cigar.
- 18 more sentences on Tatoeba
Example conversation
A jazz club where a man is holding a cigar.
- JulianDiese Zigarre riecht sehr gut.This cigar smells very good.
- LauraIst sie teuer?Is it expensive?
- JulianNein, die Zigarre war ein Geschenk.No, the cigar was a gift.
- LauraDann genieße sie, Julian.Then enjoy it, Julian.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “cigar” translations and entries Zigarre, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
