trago
Latin America, informal
For an alcoholic drink, Latin Americans say trago and Spaniards say copa. Tomar algo means to have something to drink, usually in a bar.
Meaning: an alcoholic drink (noun)
Ways to say it
| Spanish | Note |
|---|---|
| trago | Latin America, informal |
| copa | Spain, everyday |
| tomar algo | everyday |
Vamos a tomar un trago is a common invitation. In Spain tomar una copa sounds just as natural.
Which one should you use?
The plain word for a drink, such as water or juice, is bebida. Trago and copa suggest alcohol.
Did you know?
- The word trago also means a single gulp in Spanish.
Examples in context
- Nos tomamos una copa después del trabajo.We had a drink after work.
- ¿Quieres tomar algo?Would you like something to drink?
Example conversation
Hugo invites his friend Jaime for a drink in Santiago.
- HugoJaime, ¿vamos por un trago?Jaime, shall we go for a drink?
- JaimeDale, ¿dónde?Sure, where?
- HugoEn el bar de siempre.At the usual bar.
