cup

• Ein kleines, offenes Gefäß, oft mit Henkel, das zum Trinken von Getränken wie Tee, Kaffee oder Wasser verwendet wird; auch ein becherförmiger Behälter oder eine Trophäe in Form eines solchen Gefäßes.

A small open container, typically with a handle, used for drinking beverages such as tea, coffee, or water.

1. Drinking vesselA1formal

   A small container with a handle, used for drinking liquids like tea or coffee.

   Tasse

   • She poured hot tea into her cup.
   • He drank a cup of coffee every morning.
   • The cup was filled to the brim with water.

   Synonymebeakerchalicecoffee cupglassgobletmugteacuptumbler

2. Measuring unitA2formal

   A standard unit of volume used in cooking, typically about 240 milliliters.

   Tasse

   • Add two cups of flour to the mixture.
   • The recipe calls for one cup of sugar.
   • Measure the milk using a measuring cup.

   Synonymecupful

3. Sports trophyB1formal

   A large decorative cup awarded as a prize in competitions.

   Sportpokal

   • The team lifted the World Cup in victory.
   • They won the cup after a thrilling final match.
   • The championship cup was presented to the winners.

   Synonymeawardchaliceprizetrophy

• Verb, das verwendet wird, um etwas in die Form einer Tasse zu bringen oder in dieser Form zu halten, oder um etwas mit der hohlen Hand zu schöpfen bzw. in eine Tasse zu füllen.

A verb used to form or hold something in a cup-like shape, or to take or put something into a cup.

1. Form into cup shapeB2formal

   To shape or hold something with the hands curved like a cup.

   Zur Schale formen

   • She cupped her hands to catch the water.
   • He cupped the bird gently in his palms.
   • The child cupped the flower in her hands.

   Synonymearchbowcradlecurvehollowscoop

   Antonymeextendflattenopenspread

2. Hold or containB2informal

   To hold something in a curved or protective manner.

   Halten oder enthalten

   • She cupped his face in her hands.
   • The valley cups the lake beautifully.
   • He cupped the microphone to reduce background noise.

   Synonymeclaspcradlegraspholdpalmsupport