vodka canneberge
The English phrase "vodka cranberry" is translated into French as vodka canneberge.
This phrase refers to a cocktail made by mixing vodka and cranberry juice.
Did you know?
- The word vodka is a diminutive of the Russian word вода́, meaning 'water'. Literally, the spirit's name translates to 'little water'.
- In France, many cocktail menus actually use the English name 'Vodka Cranberry' rather than the French translation, as English names are often considered 'chic' for international drinks.
- While 'vodka' is the same, the word canneberge is actually a 'calque', or a structural loanword, adapted from the English 'cranberry' into a French phonetic form.
Examples in context
- Je voudrais une vodka au jus de canneberge, s'il vous plaît.I would like a vodka cranberry, please.
- Pourriez-vous me préparer un cocktail vodka-canneberge, s'il vous plaît ?Could you please make me a vodka cranberry cocktail?
Example conversation
Nathan and Manon are ordering drinks at a bar.
- NathanQu'est-ce que tu veux boire, Manon ?What do you want to drink, Manon?
- ManonJe voudrais une vodka canneberge.I would like a vodka cranberry.
- NathanC'est un bon choix.That is a good choice.
- ManonOui, c'est très rafraîchissant.Yes, it is very refreshing.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries canneberge, vodka, CC BY-SA 4.0.
