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How do you spell Guinness?

Correct spelling

guinness

Double the Irish generosity: GuiNNess has two N's and two S's

Why is guinness spelled this way?

From Arthur Guinness, founder of the Dublin brewery in 1759. Two n's, two s's — GUINN-ESS. One of the most misspelled brand names in the world. People write 'Guiness' (one n) or 'Guinnes' (one s). Remember: the Irish give generously — double n, double s.

Common misspellings of guinness

GuinessGuinnesGuiness'sGuineas

Example

He ordered a pint of Guinness at the Irish pub downtown.

Frequently asked questions

How do you spell guinness?+
The correct spelling is "guinness". Double the Irish generosity: GuiNNess has two N's and two S's
Is it Guiness or guinness?+
The correct spelling is "guinness", not "Guiness".

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