Pepsi
/pebsi/from spelling rules
Pepsi is the Spanish name for the brand of drink Pepsi.
Pepsi refers specifically to the brand name of the soft drink.
Meaning: the brand of drink (name)
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Argentina, Uruguay and other parts of South America, the term gaseosa is used to refer to any carbonated soft drink. In these areas, you might see the phrase gaseosa Pepsi used to indicate a Pepsi drink specifically. Additionally, some Spanish-speaking regions use the word cola to refer to cola-flavored drinks, which can result in the phrase cola Pepsi being used to specify the brand.
How do you pronounce it?
/pebsi/
Did you know?
- In street markets in Mexico, you may see Pepsi sold in a bolsa (plastic bag) instead of a bottle or can, which is then tied at the top and sipped with a straw.
- Depending on the country, the gender of the article used with Pepsi can change based on whether the speaker is thinking of a gaseosa or a refresco.
- In many Latin American countries, requesting a Pepsi may result in the server asking if you want it con hielo, as the standard serving custom involves a large amount of ice.
Examples in context
- ¿Coca Cola o Pepsi?Coke or Pepsi?This sentence is useful for practicing a choice between two brands using Pepsi.Tatoeba #2186795 by Shishir, translation #2182521 by Hybrid
- ¿Tienen disponibles las bebidas de cola de la marca Pepsi?Do you have cola drinks of the brand Pepsi available?
- ¿Me puedes dar una Pepsi, por favor?Can you give me a Pepsi, please?
- ¿Quieres una cola? Solo tengo cola Pepsi.Do you want a cola drink? I only have Pepsi cola.
- Prefiero una Pepsi fría.I prefer a cold Pepsi.
- No queda Pepsi en la nevera.There is no Pepsi left in the fridge.
Example conversation
Two friends are deciding what to drink at a party.
- Elena¿Quieres una Pepsi, Daniel?Do you want a Pepsi, Daniel?
- DanielSí, por favor, Elena.Yes, please, Elena.
- ElenaAquí tienes tu Pepsi.Here is your Pepsi.
- DanielMuchas gracias, está muy fría.Thank you very much, it is very cold.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
