Wassereis
/ˈva.sərˌaɪ̯s/neuter
The English word "popsicle" can be translated into German as Wassereis, Eis am Stiel or Stieleis.
Meaning: frozen juice &c. on a stick (noun)
Ways to say it
| German | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Wassereis | /ˈva.sərˌaɪ̯s/ | neuter |
| Eis am Stiel | /aɪ̯s am ʃtiːl/ (word by word) | neuter |
| Stieleis | neuter |
All three terms refer to a frozen treat made of juice or water on a stick. Eis am Stiel is often used as a more descriptive, common way to refer to a popsicle in everyday conversation compared to the more technical Wassereis.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase Eis am Stiel literally translates to "ice on a stick".
Which one should you use?
Wassereis specifically refers to frozen water-based treats (like juice pops), whereas Eis alone can refer to creamy dairy-based ice cream.
How does it change in a sentence?
The phrase Eis am Stiel is a fixed expression and does not change its internal structure when used in different grammatical cases. All forms listed are neuter nouns.
How do you pronounce it?
Wassereis is pronounced /ˈva.sərˌaɪ̯s/. It has 3 syllables, with the stress on the 1st syllable.
Did you know?
- The word Stiel in Eis am Stiel shares a common ancestor with the English word 'style'. Both come from the Latin stilus, which originally referred to a pointed writing instrument.
- German has a specific word, Eisdiele, for the shop that sells Eis am Stiel. It is not just an 'ice cream parlor' but a cultural destination where children often choose their popsicle from a large glass freezer.
- While English uses the brand name 'Popsicle' as a generic term, German speakers prefer the descriptive Eis am Stiel to avoid sounding like they are talking about a specific brand.
Examples in context
- Wann hast du das letztemal ein Eis am Stiel gegessen?When was the last time you ate a popsicle?This sentence is useful for asking when someone last ate an Eis am Stiel.Tatoeba #12644376 by Waldelfe, translation #10063860 by CK
- Können Sie mir bitte ein Eis am Stiel geben?Could you please give me a popsicle?
- Haben Sie Wassereis in Zitronengeschmack?Do you have lemon-flavored popsicles?
- Ich habe ein Kratz-Eis mit 5 Euro gewonnen!I won 5 euros with a scratch-off popsicle!
- Das Wassereis ist sehr erfrischend.The popsicle is very refreshing.
- Möchtest du ein Wassereis essen?Would you like to eat a popsicle?
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Example conversation
Maximilian and Hannah are at a summer fair.
- MaximilianHast du Hunger, Hannah?Are you hungry, Hannah?
- HannahNein, aber ich will ein Wassereis.No, but I want a popsicle.
- MaximilianDas ist eine gute Idee.That is a good idea.
- HannahKaufst du mir bitte eines?Will you please buy me one?
Sources
- Wiktionary, “popsicle” translations and entries Wassereis, Eis am Stiel, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- IPA marked “word by word” joins the Wiktionary pronunciations of each word (Eis, am, Stiel) and can differ in connected speech.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries Eis, Eis am Stiel, Stiel, Wassereis, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
