mimosa
/miˈmosa/
The Spanish word for cocktail mimosa refers to the mimosa cocktail.
Meaning: cocktail (noun)
How do you pronounce it?
/miˈmosa/
Did you know?
- In Spanish, mimosa is also an adjective meaning 'cuddly' or 'affectionate'. If someone is described as muy mimosa, they are seeking physical affection and tenderness.
- The cocktail is named after the mimosa plant, which is known as a 'sensitive plant' because its leaves fold inward when touched.
- The word mimo serves as a double meaning for both a 'caress' and a 'mime' artist.
Examples in context
- ¿Quieres tomar una mimosa en el brunch?Do you want to have a mimosa at brunch?
- Una mimosa es perfecta para el brunch.A mimosa is perfect for brunch.
- ¿Quieres una mimosa con este desayuno?Do you want a mimosa with this breakfast?
- El camarero trajo una mimosa fría.The waiter brought a cold mimosa.
Example conversation
Lucía and Javier are having breakfast at a cafe.
- LucíaJavier, ¿pedimos una mimosa para celebrar?Javier, shall we order a mimosa to celebrate?
- JavierSí, me encantaría una mimosa ahora mismo.Yes, I would love a mimosa right now.
- LucíaYo también quiero una mimosa para mí.I want a mimosa for myself too.
- JavierGenial, llamaré al camarero.Great, I will call the waiter.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry mimosa, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
