Learn Spanish Alcohol Vocabulary: Phrases, Grammar & More!
If you're planning a trip to a Spanish-speaking country or simply want to expand your Spanish vocabulary, knowing how to talk about alcohol is essential. From ordering a drink at a bar to discussing your favorite beverages with friends, this lesson will equip you with the necessary phrases, grammar, and vocabulary to navigate any alcohol-related situation.
Basic Vocabulary
English | Spanish |
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Alcohol | Alcohol |
Beer | Cerveza |
Wine | Vino |
Red Wine | Vino tinto |
White Wine | Vino blanco |
Water | Agua |
Soda | Soda |
Juice | Jugo |
Drink | Bebida |
Glass | Vaso |
Bottle | Botella |
Bar | Bar |
Ordering a Drink
When ordering a drink, you can use the following phrases:
- ¿Me da una cerveza? (Can I have a beer?)
- ¿Me da un vaso de vino tinto? (Can I have a glass of red wine?)
- ¿Me da una soda? (Can I have a soda?)
- ¿Me da un jugo de naranja? (Can I have an orange juice?)
To ask for a drink with ice, you can say:
- Con hielo (With ice)
To ask for a drink without ice, you can say:
- Sin hielo (Without ice)
Describing Intoxication Levels
Here are some common phrases to describe intoxication levels:
English | Spanish |
---|---|
Slightly drunk | Un poco ebrio/a |
Drunk | Borracho/a |
Very drunk | Muy borracho/a |
Completely drunk | Embriagado/a |
Hungover | Con resaca |
Common Phrases
- ¡Salud! (Cheers!)
- Brindo por… (I toast to…)
- ¿Quieres tomar algo? (Do you want to have a drink?)
- No puedo beber más. (I can't drink anymore.)
- Me siento un poco mareado/a. (I feel a little dizzy.)
Grammar
In Spanish, the verb "to drink" is "beber". It is conjugated as follows:
Pronoun | Present Tense |
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Yo (I) | Bebo |
Tú (You) | Bebes |
Él/Ella/Usted (He/She/Formal You) | Bebe |
Nosotros/as (We) | Bebemos |
Vosotros/as (You all) | Bebéis |
Ellos/Ellas/Ustedes (They/Formal You all) | Beban |
Conclusion
This lesson has provided you with a comprehensive introduction to Spanish alcohol vocabulary, phrases, and grammar. With this knowledge, you'll be able to confidently navigate any alcohol-related situation in a Spanish-speaking environment. Remember to practice these phrases and vocabulary regularly to improve your fluency and confidence.