Skyr

skyr (Icelandic-style high-protein fresh cheese)

noun SKEER Rare

Origin: from Icelandic skyr

Usage Note

Skyr is a thick, mild Icelandic dairy product with very high protein and low fat content, now widely sold in German supermarkets. Technically a fresh cheese, it is marketed as yoghurt-like and eaten for breakfast or as a snack.

Examples

"Skyr ist bei Sportlern sehr beliebt, weil er viel Eiweiß enthält."

Natural Translation

Skyr is very popular with athletes because it contains a lot of protein.

Literal Translation

Skyr is with athletes very popular, because it much protein contains.

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