firkin
advancedC1/ˈfɜːrkɪn/ · fir-kin
A small cask or container, typically used for storing liquids in measurement.
Meanings
A small cask or container, typically used for storing liquids in measurement.
ایک چھوٹا ڈبہ یا کاسک، عام طور پر مائع کی مقدار رکھنے کے لئے استعمال ہوتا ہے۔
فیرکن
firkan
Common Collocations
- a firkin of beer
- firkin measurement
- store in a firkin
Example Sentences
He ordered a firkin of ale for the celebration.
اس نے جشن کے لئے ایک فیرکن ایلے کا آرڈر دیا۔
Us ne jashn ke liye ek firkan ale ka order diya.
The wine was stored in a firkin for aging.
شراب کو عمر بڑھانے کے لئے ایک فیرکن میں رکھا گیا تھا۔
Sharab ko umar barhane ke liye ek firkan mein rakha gaya tha.
In olden times, a firkin was a common sight in taverns.
پرانے زمانے میں، فیرکن taverns میں عام نظر آتا تھا۔
Purane zamane mein, firkan taverns mein aam nazar aata tha.
Easily Confused With
💡 Memory Tip
Think of a firkin as a mini barrel for brewing.
Visualize a small wooden keg sitting in a tavern.
📖 Etymology
Origin: Middle English "firkinne" — a small cask or vessel
First known use: 14th century
The term 'firkin' originated from Middle English, and it historically referred to a small cask used for storing liquids, especially beer or ale. It has been in recorded use since the 14th century.