lionn
standard
The Scottish Gaelic word for "beer" or "ale" is lionn. In the pub you may also hear the borrowed word beòir.
Meaning: alcoholic drink made from malt (noun)
Ways to say it
| Gaelic | Note |
|---|---|
| lionn | standard |
| beòir | borrowed |
Lionn is a masculine noun. It names ale and beer in general.
Which one should you use?
The matching word in Irish is spelled leann, so the spelling lionn marks Scottish Gaelic.
How does it change in a sentence?
To ask for one politely you say Thoir dhomh lionn, mas e do thoil e.
Did you know?
- In Gaelic the toast Slàinte mhath literally wishes good health.
Examples in context
- Tha lionn math aca an seo.They have good beer here.
Example conversation
Calum and Ruaraidh order drinks at a pub in Stornoway.
- CalumThoir dhomh lionn, mas e do thoil e.Give me a beer, please.
- RuaraidhAgus dhomhsa cuideachd.And me too.
- CalumSlàinte mhath!Cheers!
