Guinness
/ˈɡɪn.ɪs/
The term carries a strong cultural association with Irish identity and pub culture, evoking images of a heavy, dark liquid topped with a thick white foam. It is rarely used as a generic term for stout, but rather as a specific brand name that has become synonymous with the style.
When referring to the book of records, the word suggests an air of ultimate authority and eccentricity. It transforms from a beverage into a symbol of human extremity and the desire for global recognition.
Uncountable when referring to the liquid beer in general. Countable when referring to the book of records or a specific serving of the drink.
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Did you really finish off the Guinness last night? You're not even 21.
Did you really finish off the Guinness last night? You're not even 21.
Relax, it was just one. Adulting is hard.
Relax, it was just one. Adulting is hard.