noun
Uncommon
Guinness
GIH-nihs
Guinness (noun) means a brand of dark Irish stout beer, one of the most recognized beer brands in the world. Example: “He ordered a pint of Guinness at the pub.”
noun
1
A brand of dark Irish stout beer, one of the most recognized beer brands in the world.
"He ordered a pint of Guinness at the pub."
2
An Irish surname.
"Arthur Guinness founded the brewery that carries his name."
How to use Guinness
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA famous Irish stout beer, named after its founding brewer.
Common pairings
pint of Guinness
draught Guinness
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Word forms
- Plural
- Guinnesses
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Etymology
Named after Arthur Guinness, the Irish brewer who first produced the stout in Dublin in 1759.
Frequently asked questions
What does “Guinness” mean?
The word “Guinness” means a brand of dark Irish stout beer, one of the most recognized beer brands in the world. In plain terms, a famous Irish stout beer, named after its founding brewer.
How do you pronounce “Guinness”?
“Guinness” is pronounced GIH-nihs (/ˈɡɪnɪs/ in IPA).
How do you use “Guinness” in a sentence?
Here is “Guinness” used in a sentence: “He ordered a pint of Guinness at the pub.”
What part of speech is “Guinness”?
“Guinness” is a noun.
Where does the word “Guinness” come from?
The word “Guinness” dates back to around 1759 and comes from Irish. Named after Arthur Guinness, the Irish brewer who first produced the stout in Dublin in 1759.
Is “Guinness” a common word?
“Guinness” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “Guinness” have?
“Guinness” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a brand of dark Irish stout beer, one of the most recognized beer brands in the world.
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