Dunkin' Donuts
/dunkin donuts/from spelling rules
The English phrase "dunkin donuts" can be expressed in Spanish as Dunkin' Donuts.
This refers to the American chain of coffee and donut shops.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Argentina, the phrase Donas Dunkin is understood and commonly used.
How do you pronounce it?
/dunkin donuts/
Did you know?
- In some Spanish-speaking cultures, the act of 'dunking' a pastry in coffee is called sopear, a verb that relates to 'soup' because of the soaking action.
- In many Spanish-speaking countries, the English word 'donut' is often replaced by the word rosquilla, which refers to a traditional ring-shaped fried pastry. While the brand name remains 'Dunkin' Donuts', you might see the term rosquillas used in local bakeries to describe the same shape of food.
- In Mexico and parts of Central America, the concept of a 'donut' is often associated with pan dulce, a broad category of sweet bread. While 'Dunkin' Donuts' is a specific brand, the items inside are often categorized by locals under this traditional heading of 'sweet bread'.
Examples in context
- Quiero comprar algunas donas en Dunkin DonutsI want to buy some donuts at Dunkin Donuts
- Vamos a Dunkin' Donuts por un café.Let's go to Dunkin' Donuts for a coffee.
- ¿Hay un Dunkin' Donuts cerca de aquí?Is there a Dunkin' Donuts near here?
- Compré una caja de donuts en Dunkin' Donuts.I bought a box of donuts at Dunkin' Donuts.
Example conversation
Elena and Daniel are deciding where to get breakfast.
- ElenaDaniel, ¿quieres ir a Dunkin' Donuts?Daniel, do you want to go to Dunkin' Donuts?
- DanielSí, me parece una buena idea.Yes, that sounds like a good idea to me.
- ElenaPerfecto, yo manejo.Perfect, I will drive.
- DanielGracias, Elena. Tengo mucha hambre.Thanks, Elena. I am very hungry.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
