Wodka
/ˈvɔtka/masculine
The English phrase 'vodka' is translated as Wodka in German.
Wodka refers to a clear distilled alcoholic liquor.
Meaning: clear distilled alcoholic liquor (noun)
How does it change in a sentence?
As a masculine noun, Wodka changes in certain cases. In the genitive case, it takes the ending -s to become des Wodkas. In the dative case, the noun remains dem Wodka without an additional ending.
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈvɔtka/
Did you know?
- In German, Wodka is a masculine noun, but in its original Russian, the word is feminine.
- When ordering in a German bar, you might hear the term Schnaps used as a general category that includes Wodka.
- In German, the 'W' in Wodka is pronounced like an English 'V', making the word sound almost identical to the international version.
Examples in context
- Wo ist der Wodka?Where is the vodka?This sentence is useful for asking about the location of the Wodka.Tatoeba #781580 by Pfirsichbaeumchen, translation #781579 by CC
- Ich habe keinen Wodka.I don't have vodka.This sentence is useful for stating that you do not have Wodka.Tatoeba #1953514 by Esperantostern, translation #1953273 by Dejo
- Tom trinkt gerne Wodka.Tom likes vodka.This sentence is useful for expressing a preference for drinking Wodka.Tatoeba #9941538 by Pfirsichbaeumchen, translation #9940933 by CK
- Einen Wodka bitteOne vodka, please
- 27 more sentences on Tatoeba
Example conversation
Maximilian and Laura are preparing drinks for a party.
- MaximilianHaben wir noch genug Wodka für alle?Do we still have enough vodka for everyone?
- LauraNein, die Flasche ist fast leer.No, the bottle is almost empty.
- MaximilianSoll ich schnell mehr Wodka kaufen?Should I quickly buy more vodka?
- LauraJa, das wäre sehr nett von dir.Yes, that would be very nice of you.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “vodka” translations and entries Wodka, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
