How Do You Spell MACE-ALE?

Pronunciation: [mˈe͡ɪsˈe͡ɪl] (IPA)

The word "Mace-ale" is a type of medieval drink made from mace, ale, and other ingredients. The spelling of this word can be broken down phonetically using the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) as /meɪs eɪl/. This represents the sounds "m" for the first letter, "ay" for the vowel sound in the word "pain", "s" for the next letter, another "ay" sound for the second vowel, and finally an "l" for the last letter. Together, these sounds make up the unique spelling and pronunciation of "Mace-ale."

MACE-ALE Meaning and Definition

  1. Ale flavoured with mace.

    Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Common Misspellings for MACE-ALE

  • nace-ale
  • kace-ale
  • jace-ale
  • mzce-ale
  • msce-ale
  • mwce-ale
  • mqce-ale
  • maxe-ale
  • mave-ale
  • mafe-ale
  • made-ale
  • macw-ale
  • macs-ale
  • macd-ale
  • macr-ale
  • mac4-ale
  • mac3-ale
  • mace0ale
  • macepale
  • mace-zle

Etymology of MACE-ALE

The word "mace-ale" is a combination of two separate words: "mace" and "ale".

1. Mace: The word "mace" comes from the Old French word "mace", which originally referred to a heavy medieval weapon resembling a club. The weapon was often decorated with spikes or flanges for added effectiveness. Over time, the word "mace" came to be associated with authority and power. In the context of "mace-ale", "mace" likely refers to the ceremonial staff carried by certain officials or symbolizing authority.

2. Ale: "Ale" refers to a type of alcoholic beverage made from fermented grains, usually barley. The term "ale" has Old English roots and traces back to the Proto-Germanic word "*alu-", which later formed the word "alu" in Old Norse and "ealu" in Old English.

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