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Learn Spanish Alcohol Vocabulary: Phrases, Grammar & More!

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
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
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.