Coca-Cola
/kokakola/from spelling rules
The English phrase "coke cola" is translated into Spanish as Coca-Cola.
Coca-Cola refers to the popular brand of sparkling soft drink. In informal settings, speakers may also use the shortened term Coca.
Which one should you use?
Coca-Cola is the standard name for the brand, while Coca is an informal shorthand used in various Spanish-speaking countries.
How do you pronounce it?
/kokakola/
Did you know?
- Be careful with the word 'coca' in certain regions, as it is also a common slang term for 'cocaine' in many Spanish-speaking countries.
- While 'Coca-Cola' is a global trademark, the word 'coca' itself refers to the indigenous plant from which the name was originally derived.
- In many Spanish-speaking countries, people use una Coca-Cola as a generic term for any cola-flavored soda, regardless of the actual brand.
Examples in context
- Prefiero una Coca-Cola bien fría.I prefer a very cold Coca-Cola.
- ¿Quieres una Coca-Cola con el almuerzo?Do you want a Coca-Cola with lunch?
- No tengo Coca-Cola en la nevera.I don't have any Coca-Cola in the fridge.
Example conversation
María and Mateo are at a restaurant.
- María¿Qué vas a beber, Mateo?What are you going to drink, Mateo?
- MateoTomaré una Coca-Cola, por favor.I will have a Coca-Cola, please.
- MaríaPerfecto, yo pediré un agua mineral.Perfect, I will order a mineral water.
- MateoMe parece una buena idea.That sounds like a good idea to me.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
