Synonyms for

Pubs

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

Definition

Pubs are places where people go to drink alcohol and socialize.

Synonyms & similar words

ginmill pub publichouse taphouse pothouse saloon bars taverns alehouses drinkeries taprooms lounges nightclubs saloons inns cantinas speakeasies brewpubs gastropubs

Synonyms by register

Formal

public houses inns taverns hostelries

Informal

bars watering holes locals boozers pubs

Literary

alehouses gin palaces public rooms

Antonyms

homes residences private dwellings private spaces personal quarters apartments

Common collocations

  • local pub
  • country pub
  • city pub
  • pub garden
  • pub lunch
  • pub crawl
  • pub quiz
  • pub landlord

Word family

noun pub

Usage note

Pub is a common abbreviation for 'public house'. It is widely used in British English and other Commonwealth countries. In American English, 'bar' or 'tavern' might be more common.

Example sentences

  1. The pubs in London are very famous.
  2. My uncle owns a pub near the beach.
  3. We went to three different pubs last night.
  4. The pub was packed with people watching the game.
  5. I like to try new beers at different pubs.

Quotes

  • I drink to make other people more interesting. - Ernest Hemingway
  • I have taken more out of alcohol than alcohol has taken out of me. - Winston Churchill
  • I feel bad for people who don't drink. When they wake up in the morning, that's as good as they're going to feel all day. - Frank Sinatra

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