Shirley Temple
/siɾlei temple/from spelling rules
The English phrase "shirley temple" refers to a non-alcoholic cocktail made with ginger ale and a maraschino cherry, and in Spanish, it is called Shirley Temple.
In Spanish, Shirley Temple refers to the non-alcoholic drink. The phrase can also refer to the famous American actress, often preceded by descriptive adjectives such as la legendaria Shirley Temple (the legendary Shirley Temple).
How do you pronounce it?
/siɾlei temple/
Did you know?
- In Spanish, if you describe someone as having a 'buen temple', you are actually complimenting their character and strength, which has nothing to do with the famous child actress.
- In many Spanish-speaking countries, if you simply ask for 'un Shirley', the bartender will immediately know you mean the non-alcoholic cocktail rather than asking for the actress.
- Because it is a proper name, Shirley Temple does not change form in Spanish even when referring to multiple drinks.
Examples in context
- Shirley Temple en 'Bright Eyes'Shirley Temple in 'Bright Eyes'
- El Shirley Temple es una bebida sin alcohol.The Shirley Temple is a non-alcoholic drink.
- ¿Me traes un Shirley Temple, por favor?Could you bring me a Shirley Temple, please?
Example conversation
At a cafe, Daniel and Sofía are looking at the menu.
- Daniel¿Quieres un cóctel con alcohol?Do you want a cocktail with alcohol?
- SofíaNo, prefiero un Shirley Temple.No, I prefer a Shirley Temple.
- DanielPerfecto, yo pediré uno también.Perfect, I will order one too.
- SofíaGracias, Daniel.Thanks, Daniel.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
