chupito de vodka
/t͡ʃupito de bodka/from spelling rules
The English phrase shot of vodka is translated into Spanish as chupito de vodka.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Mexico, a shot of liquor is often called a caballito.
Did you know?
- While chupito is common in Spain, the Mexican term caballito refers to a 'little horse', likely due to the shape of the shot glass.
- The word vodka is a linguistic diminutive, meaning it literally translates to 'little water' in its original Russian.
- If you are in a social setting in Spain, ordering a chupito often implies a ritual of drinking it quickly and immediately.
Examples in context
- Quiero un chupito de vodka, por favor.I want a shot of vodka, please.
- ¿Nos traes un chupito de vodka para celebrar?Will you bring us a shot of vodka to celebrate?
- Este chupito de vodka está muy frío.This shot of vodka is very cold.
Example conversation
Lucía and Daniel are at a bar during a celebration.
- Lucía¡Vamos a celebrar con algo fuerte!Let's celebrate with something strong!
- Daniel¿Pedimos un chupito de vodka para cada uno?Shall we order a shot of vodka for each of us?
- LucíaSí, me parece una excelente idea.Yes, that sounds like an excellent idea.
- DanielPerfecto, yo voy a pedirlo ahora.Perfect, I'm going to order it now.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries chupito, de, vodka, CC BY-SA 4.0.
