Whisky (en. Whisky)

wɪski

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of alcoholic beverage made from grains and typically has a high alcohol content.
He drinks whisky at his gatherings.
Siya ay umiinom ng whisky sa kanyang mga pagtitipon.
Drink often used in making cocktails.
Many people use whisky in making mixed drinks.
Maraming tao ang gumagamit ng whisky sa paggawa ng mga mixed drinks.
A popular drink in many cultures, especially in Scotland and Ireland.
Whisky is part of the traditional culture of Scotland.
Ang whisky ay bahagi ng tradisyonal na kultura ng Scotland.

Etymology

may be derived from the Scottish Gaelic 'uisge beatha'

Common Phrases and Expressions

whisky on the rocks
Whisky with ice.
whisky on the rocks

Related Words

scotch
A type of whisky that comes from Scotland and must be produced under strict regulations.
scotch
bourbon
A type of whisky that comes from the United States and must be made from at least 51% corn.
bourbon

Slang Meanings

Drinking session
Come on, let's have a drinking session with whisky later!
Sige, tara na sa inuman ng whisky mamaya!
Alcohol
Whisky really is on another level of alcohol.
Ang whisky talaga, parang ibang level ng alak yan.
Shot
One shot of whisky, let's go!
Isang shot ng whisky, let's go!
Hard drink
I prefer whisky over soft drinks, you know.
Mas gusto ko ang whisky kesa sa mga soft drinks, eh.