Fastenbier

== German == === Etymology === From Fasten (“fasting”) +‎ Bier (“beer”). In the Catholic tradition, liquids are not considered food. Beer was also not forbidden as a luxury item (such as wine) because, at least in the German-speaking areas, it was considered a staple. Therefore it was possible to use strong beers to alleviate hunger during Lent. === Pronunciation === IPA(key): /ˈfastənˌbiːr/, [ˈfas.tn̩ˌbi(ː)ɐ̯] Hyphenation: Fas‧ten‧bier === Noun === Fastenbier n (strong, genitive Fastenbiers or Fastenbieres, plural Fastenbiere) type(s) of beer traditionally brewed for Lent, generally rich in calories ==== Declension ====