Guinness
Guinness is the Irish word for the brand of dark Irish dry stout.
This term refers specifically to the brand of dark Irish dry stout.
Did you know?
- While the drink is a global icon, the word Guinness is a surname of English origin rather than a native Irish word.
- While 'Guinness' is a global brand, in the Irish language, the concept of the drink is rooted in the word leann, which is an old term for ale or fermented malt drinks.
- The name 'Guinness' itself is an anglicized version of the family name, but in an Irish linguistic context, it is often pronounced with a distinct local cadence that differs from the standard English pronunciation.
Examples in context
- An bhfuil Guinness agat?Do you have Guinness?
- Is maith liom Guinness.I like Guinness.
Example conversation
Oisín and Aoife are at a pub.
- OisínCad leis an Guinness, a Aoife?What about a Guinness, Aoife?
- AoifeIs gearr liom Guinness anois.I fancy a Guinness now.
- OisínBeidh dhá phint Guinness againn, le do thoil.We will have two pints of Guinness, please.
- AoifeGo hiontach, go raibh maith agat.Great, thank you.
