brogue

Meanings

• noun

  A type of footwear, originating in Ireland, characterized by its heavy, ornamented sole and high-top design.

  - "He wore a pair of old brogues to the festival."
  - "The brogue shoes were a popular choice among the Irish immigrants."

• noun

  A way of speaking, especially in Irish literature and drama, characterized by its distinctive rhythm and intonation.

  - "The actor's brogue was so authentic that it transported the audience to Ireland."
  - "The character's brogue added depth and authenticity to the play."

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Pronunciation

1. /bɹoʊɡ/
   
   
   
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2. /bɹoʊɡ/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

brogan

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with brogue
brouge , brogue-like , mogue

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Variants

List of all variants of brogue that leads to same result
brogue , brogues

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Etymology

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Originally from the Irish word 'brog', meaning shoe.

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Trivia

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1. Brogue footwear has been worn in Ireland for over 1,000 years.

2. The distinctive sound of Irish brogue is often imitated in films and television shows.

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Related Concepts

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1. Irish literature: Brogue is a prominent feature in Irish literature, particularly in plays and novels that depict Irish characters.

2. Irish music: Brogue is also a term used in Irish music to describe the distinctive rhythm and intonation of traditional Irish singing.

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Culture

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The term 'brogue' is closely associated with Irish culture, both in terms of footwear and speech.

How to Memorize "brogue"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a pair of heavy, ornamented shoes with a high-top design. This is the image of a brogue as a footwear.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the term 'brogue' with Ireland and Irish culture, both in terms of footwear and speech.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Bring Out Rustic, Gaelic Undertones' to remember the term 'brogue'.

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