A standard unit of drink measurement in the UK that’s roughly equal to 20 ounces.
Pint
Example Sentences
"That's a proper Pint, that is."
"I've never seen such a Pint in all my life."
Etymology & History
British pint measure (20 fluid ounces, vs American 16oz), but culturally 'a pint' means a pint of beer. From Old French 'pinte', from Latin 'pincta' (painted mark on container). 'Going for a pint' is fundamental British social invitation. The imperial pint was standardized in 1824, remains standard despite metrication.
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Region
General British
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Era
Modern
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Language
Mild
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Formality
Informal
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