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How to Say "Water" in German

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Wasser
"Water" in German 路 say it like vah-ser

The most natural way to say "Water" in German is Wasser. 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

H2O
used in scientific contexts
Mineralwasser
refers specifically to mineral water, often bottled

When to use it

You can use 'Wasser' in everyday conversations when talking about drinking, cooking, or any activity involving water. It is a basic word that everyone understands. You can also specify types of water, like 'Mineralwasser' for mineral water.

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Examples in German

GermanEnglish
Kann ich bitte ein Glas Wasser haben?Can I please have a glass of water?
Ich trinke viel Wasser, um gesund zu bleiben.I drink a lot of water to stay healthy.
Common mistake
A common mistake is to confuse 'Wasser' with 'Wasserstoff', which means hydrogen.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between 'Wasser' and 'Mineralwasser'?

'Wasser' is general water, while 'Mineralwasser' specifically refers to mineral water.

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