Ron
/ron/from spelling rules
Ron is the Spanish word for the alcoholic spirit made from sugarcane or molasses.
How do you pronounce it?
/ron/
When do people say it?
In addition to the spirit, the diminutive form Roncito can be used as an affectionate pet name meaning 'little Ron'.
Did you know?
- The Spanish word ron was borrowed from the English word 'rum'.
- In certain coastal Latin American cultures, ron is used as a base for traditional folk medicines intended to 'warm the body' during illness.
- In some Caribbean Spanish dialects, the word ron is often paired with 'con soda' to describe a popular social drink, which differs from the 'rum and coke' combination common in English-speaking regions.
Examples in context
- A Ron le gusta el surf.Ron likes surfing.This sentence shows the use of Ron as a proper name.Tatoeba #4471786 by cueyayotl, translation #719277 by CP
- Prefiero el ron con cola.I prefer rum with cola.
- Ese ron tiene un sabor muy dulce.That rum has a very sweet flavor.
Example conversation
María and Mateo are at a bar ordering drinks.
- María¿Quieres un cóctel o prefieres ron?Do you want a cocktail or do you prefer rum?
- MateoPara mí, un ron con hielo está bien.For me, a rum with ice is fine.
- MaríaPerfecto, pediré dos bebidas ahora mismo.Perfect, I will order two drinks right now.
- MateoGracias, María.Thanks, María.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries ron, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
