whisky
Translation
whiskey
Examples
He poured a glass of whisky.
He poured a glass of whiskey.
Scotch whisky is famous worldwide.
Scotch whisky is famous worldwide.
Grammar Patterns
a glass/shot/bottle of whiskey. He poured a glass of whiskey.
((type of)) whiskey. Irish whiskey is very smooth.
Similar Words
Synonyms: spirit, liquor
Etymology
From Scottish Gaelic 'uisge beatha', meaning 'water of life'. 'Uisge' was anglicized to 'whiskey'.
Memory Tips
Remember the Irish/American spelling has an 'e': 'whiskey'. Countries with an 'e' in their name (Ireland, United States) use 'whiskey'.