Gatorade
/ɡatoɾade/from spelling rules
The English phrase gatorade is translated into Spanish as Gatorade.
How do you pronounce it?
/ɡatoɾade/
Did you know?
- In Spanish, the word suero refers to medical saline or intravenous drips, but is used colloquially to describe 'Gatorade' because of its electrolyte content.
- In many Spanish speaking countries, Gatorade is used as a generic term for any sports drink, regardless of the actual brand.
- The term electrolitos is often used in Spanish as a standalone noun to describe the drink itself, similar to how an English speaker might say 'I need some electrolytes'.
Examples in context
- La empresa suministrará bebidas deportivas como Gatorade para la conferencia de atletismo.The company will provide sports drinks like Gatorade for the track and field conference.
- ¿Compraste una botella de Gatorade para el partido de fútbol?Did you buy a bottle of Gatorade for the soccer game?
- Necesito comprar un Gatorade en la tienda.I need to buy a Gatorade at the store.
- ¿Quieres un Gatorade frío después de correr?Do you want a cold Gatorade after running?
- Solo queda un Gatorade en el refrigerador.There is only one Gatorade left in the refrigerator.
Example conversation
Daniel and Elena are at the gym after a workout.
- ElenaDaniel, ¿tienes un Gatorade para mí?Daniel, do you have a Gatorade for me?
- DanielSí, Elena, lo tengo en mi mochila.Yes, Elena, I have it in my backpack.
- ElenaGracias, me siento muy cansada.Thank you, I feel very tired.
- DanielDe nada, toma un poco de Gatorade.You're welcome, drink some Gatorade.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
