🇯🇵 Japanese phrases

How to Say "Beer" in Japanese

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
ビール
"Beer" in Japanese · say it like bee-roo

The most natural way to say "Beer" in Japanese is ビール. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.

Other ways to say it

生ビール
namabīru
used to refer to draft beer
瓶ビール
binbīru
used to refer to bottled beer

When to use it

You can use this word when ordering at a bar or restaurant. It's also common to discuss beer in social settings. When talking about different types, you might specify draft or bottled beer.

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Examples in Japanese

JapanesePronunciationEnglish
ビールを一杯ください。bīru o ippai kudasai.Please give me a glass of beer.
このビールはとても美味しいです。kono bīru wa totemo oishii desu.This beer is very delicious.
Common mistake
Some learners may confuse 'ビール' with '酒' (sake), which refers to alcohol in general.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear ビール, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Japanese with a coach that corrects your pronunciation in real time. You can start with two free conversations.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between 'ビール' and '酒'?

'ビール' specifically refers to beer, while '酒' is a broader term for alcohol.

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