der Kurze
Translation
shot (of liquor), a short one
Examples
Wollen wir einen Kurzen trinken?
Do you want to have a shot?
Er bestellte einen Kurzen an der Bar.
He ordered a shot at the bar.
Grammar Patterns
einen Kurzen trinken (to have a shot) After the meal, we'll have a shot.
Similar Words
Synonyms: der Schnaps (schnapps, liquor)
Etymology
It's the adjective 'kurz' (short) turned into a noun. Literally, 'a short one'.
Memory Tips
Imagine a 'short' glass for a quick drink, hence 'ein Kurzer'.