Zigarette
/ˌtsi(ː).ɡaˈʁɛ.tə/feminine
The German word for cigarette is Zigarette. Wiktionary also lists Kippe.
Meaning: thin roll of tobacco made for smoking (noun)
Ways to say it
| German | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Zigarette | /ˌtsi(ː).ɡaˈʁɛ.tə/ (Germany) /tsɪɐ̯ˈʁɛ.tə/ |
feminine |
| Kippe | /ˈkɪpə/ | colloquial, feminine |
The term refers to a thin roll of tobacco made for smoking.
Which one should you use?
Zigarette is the standard, neutral term, whereas Kippe is more informal and often used in casual speech.
Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?
Zigarette is the standard and neutral form. Kippe is a colloquial and informal way to refer to a cigarette.
How does it change in a sentence?
The plural form of Zigarette is Zigaretten. Both forms are feminine nouns.
How do you pronounce it?
/ˌtsi(ː).ɡaˈʁɛ.tə/. The word has 4 syllables, with the stress on the 3rd syllable.
Did you know?
- German uses the word Glimmstängel, which literally means 'glow-stick', as a humorous or derogatory way to refer to a Zigarette.
- Unlike English, where 'cigarette' is almost always the default, Germans frequently use the word Lunte in very old-fashioned slang to refer to a fuse or a cigarette.
- In Germany, the phrase Raucherpause describes a smoke break and is often used as a socially accepted way to step away from work, regardless of whether the person actually smokes.
Examples in context
- Ich brauche eine Zigarette.I need a cigarette.This sentence shows how to express a need for a Zigarette.Tatoeba #1606230 by jakov, translation #2936457 by AlanF_US
- Mach bitte deine Zigarette aus.Please put your cigarette out.This sentence demonstrates how to ask someone to extinguish a Zigarette.Tatoeba #444906 by Espi, translation #25883 by CK
- Er machte eine Zigarettenpause.He paused to have a cigarette.This sentence uses a related form of Zigarette to describe a smoke break.Tatoeba #649595 by samueldora, translation #291748 by CK
- Ich rauche gerne Zigaretten.I like smoking cigarettes.
- Hast du noch eine Kippe?Do you have another cigarette?
- Kannst du mir eine Zigarette leihen?Can you lend me a cigarette?
- Ich habe meine letzten Glimmstängel gestern aufgeraucht.I finished my last cigarettes yesterday.
- Hättest du vielleicht noch eine Kippe für mich?Do you happen to have an extra cigarette for me?
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Example conversation
Laura and Julian are standing outside a restaurant.
- LauraHast du noch eine Zigarette für mich?Do you still have a cigarette for me?
- JulianJa, ich gebe dir eine Zigarette.Yes, I'll give you a cigarette.
- LauraDanke, Julian. Wo ist das Feuer?Thanks, Julian. Where is the lighter?
- JulianHier ist es. Viel Spaß mit deiner Zigarette.Here it is. Enjoy your cigarette.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “cigarette” translations and entries Zigarette, Kippe, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
