Gambrinus

== English == === Etymology === The source of the legend of Gambrinus is uncertain and perhaps based on a mythical Germanic king Gambrivius. The etymology is unknown, but many explanations exist: a corruption of Jean Primus, John I, Duke of Brabant (1252–1294) Middle High German gambra (“germination of grain”) cambier, name given to brewers in the north of France in the Middle Ages === Pronunciation === IPA(key): /ɡæmˈbraɪnəs/ === Proper noun === Gambrinus A male given name. (folklore) A legendary European culture hero celebrated as an icon of beer, brewing, joviality, and joie de vivre. ==== See also ==== Bacchus (“god of wine”) === References === === Further reading === Gambrinus on Wikipedia.Wikipedia