cerveza grande
/θeɾbeθa ɡɾande/from spelling rules
The English phrase "large beer" is translated into Spanish as cerveza grande.
cerveza grande is used to refer to a beer served in a glass or bottle of a larger size than the standard option.
How do you pronounce it?
/θeɾbeθa ɡɾande/
Did you know?
- In Mexico, a large beer is often called a caguama, which refers to a specific large bottle size. This term is culturally distinct from the general adjective grande.
- Spanish has a specific tradition called el botellón, where groups of people gather in public spaces to drink large bottles of beer and cider. It is a social ritual that involves sharing these large servings.
- In Spain, if you want a 'large beer' from the tap, you should ask for a caña for a small one or a doble for a larger one. Using cerveza grande might result in the server bringing you a large bottled beer instead of a draft.
Examples in context
- Quiero una cerveza grande, por favor.I want a large beer, please.
- ¿Tienen una cerveza grande disponible?Do you have a large beer available?
- Esta cerveza grande está muy fría.This large beer is very cold.
Example conversation
At a bar in the afternoon.
- LucíaHola, ¿me trae una cerveza grande?Hello, can you bring me a large beer?
- JavierClaro, Lucía. En un momento la traigo.Of course, Lucía. I will bring it in a moment.
- LucíaMuchas gracias, Javier.Thank you very much, Javier.
- JavierDe nada, aquí tiene.You're welcome, here you go.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
