Red Bull
Red Bull is the German term for the brand of energy drinks Red Bull.
The phrase refers to the specific brand of energy drinks. In certain casual contexts, you may also hear the colloquialism Red Dose used to refer to the same drink.
Which one should you use?
Red Bull is the standard name for the brand, while Red Dose is a colloquial alternative.
Did you know?
- In German advertising, the phrase Red Bull verleiht Flügel means 'Red Bull gives you wings', a slogan that has become so iconic it is often quoted as a joke when someone needs a boost of energy.
- If you were to translate the phrase literally into German as roter Stier, you would be describing a red bull (the animal) rather than the drink.
- While Red Bull uses English words, it is a quintessential Austrian success story and is often associated with Austrian identity in the German-speaking world.
Examples in context
- Ich trinke ein Red Bull.I am drinking a Red Bull.
- Möchtest du ein Red Bull?Would you like a Red Bull?
- Er hat gestern ein Red Bull gekauft.He bought a Red Bull yesterday.
Example conversation
Hannah and Lukas are at a gas station during a road trip.
- HannahHast du Lust auf ein Red Bull?Do you feel like having a Red Bull?
- LukasJa, das wäre super, Hannah.Yes, that would be great, Hannah.
- HannahSoll ich zwei holen?Should I get two?
- LukasNein, ein reicht für mich.No, one is enough for me.
