das Zielwasser
Translation
aiming drink, Dutch courage, a drink to steady the hand
Examples
Er hat wohl Zielwasser getrunken, er trifft alles.
He must have had an aiming drink, he's hitting everything.
Vor dem Schießen braucht er immer sein Zielwasser.
Before shooting, he always needs his aiming drink.
Grammar Patterns
((et4)) to drink sth. He drank an aiming drink.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Dutch courage, liquid courage
Etymology
Composed of 'Ziel' (aim, target) and 'Wasser' (water). Literally 'aiming water'.
Memory Tips
Imagine a magical 'water' (Wasser) that helps you hit the 'target' (Ziel). It's a humorous term for an alcoholic drink.