Synonyms for

Ale

Verb / eɪl / Another word for ale — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Ale is a type of beer that is made from malted barley and brewed using a warm fermentation method.

Synonyms & similar words

beer brew pint draft stout lager porter malt barleywine bock IPA saison hefeweizen kolsch pilsner

Synonyms by register

Formal

beer lager stout porter

Informal

brew pint booze hooch

Literary

nectar ambrosia mead

Antonyms

water tea coffee cider wine spirits soft drink

Common collocations

  • pint of ale
  • glass of ale
  • strong ale
  • dark ale
  • light ale
  • craft ale
  • traditional ale

Word family

noun ale

Usage note

Ale specifically refers to a type of beer brewed using a warm fermentation method, distinguishing it from lager. While often used interchangeably with 'beer' in casual conversation, it's more precise in brewing contexts.

Example sentences

  1. The bartender poured me a cold mug of ale.
  2. I don't like the taste of ale, I prefer wine.
  3. He brewed his own ale at home.
  4. The ale was too bitter for my taste.
  5. I drank too much ale and got a hangover.

Quotes

  • 'Ale, man, ale's the stuff to drink for fellows whom it hurts to think.' - A.E. Housman
  • 'Give me a woman who loves beer and I will conquer the world.' - Kaiser Wilhelm
  • 'In a study, scientists report that drinking beer can be good for the liver. I'm sorry, did I say 'scientists'? I meant Irish people.' - Tina Fey

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