Pineapple Express
/pineabple eɡspɾess/from spelling rules
Pineapple Express is the title of a 2008 comedy film about two marijuana dealers in Spanish.
In Spanish, the English title Pineapple Express is used to refer to the specific 2008 comedy film.
Did you know?
- While piña is standard, speakers in Argentina, Uruguay, and Paraguay almost exclusively use ananá for the fruit. Using piña in these regions can sometimes be mistaken for a 'punch' or a blow to the head.
- In many Spanish-speaking countries, the word expreso is the default term for a shot of espresso coffee. A literal translation of the film title might sound like a 'pineapple-flavored coffee' to a café patron.
- If you were to translate the phrase literally as Expreso de Piña, a Spanish speaker might think you are describing a high-speed train that only carries tropical fruit.
Examples in context
- Me encanta la película Pineapple Express.I love the movie Pineapple Express.
- ¿Ya viste Pineapple Express?Have you seen Pineapple Express yet?
- Pineapple Express es una comedia muy divertida.Pineapple Express is a very funny comedy.
Example conversation
Javier and María are discussing movies to watch.
- JavierMaría, ¿quieres ver Pineapple Express?María, do you want to watch Pineapple Express?
- MaríaSí, Javier, me encanta esa película.Yes, Javier, I love that movie.
- JavierEs perfecta para reír un rato.It is perfect for having a laugh.
- María¡Ponla ahora mismo!Put it on right now!
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
