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anis

anis

9.6
A sweet French drink flavored with anise, served before a meal
  • noun
  • /ˈænɪs/
translation icon : anís
  • The bartender recommended anis as a traditional French aperitif before dinner.

Examples

  • She sipped her anis slowly, savoring its sweet, herbal flavor.

  • After work, he enjoyed a glass of anis with his friends at the café.

  • I enjoyed a glass of anis with my meal.

  • Have you ever tried anis before dinner?

  • The bartender recommended anis as a traditional French aperitif to enjoy before the meal.

  • After work, he enjoyed a refreshing glass of anis with his friends at the outdoor café.

  • She sipped her anis slowly, relishing its distinct anise flavor while chatting with friends.

Synonyms

liqueur
vsanis
14 5.6

A strong sweet alcoholic drink often served after a meal

is a specific anise aperitif rather than a general after dinner drink
Pernod
vsanis
3 8.4

A French alcoholic drink with a strong licorice-like taste

is the generic anise drink rather than a specific brand
pastis
vsanis
2 9.9

A French alcoholic drink with a licorice taste served with water

is similar but usually offered without stressing dilution
anisette
vsanis
1 9.8

A sweet clear alcoholic drink flavored with anise seeds

is less sweet and fits the stronger aperitif style

Surface Forms

anis singular
anises plural

Etymology

Anis (the liqueur) gets its name from the spice anise, whose seeds give a sweet, licorice taste; so calling the drink anis reminds you it is 'anise-flavored'.