vodka con limón
/bodka kon limon/from spelling rules
The English phrase "vodka lemonade" is translated into Spanish as vodka con limón.
The phrase refers to an alcoholic drink made by mixing vodka with lemonade.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase literally translates to "vodka with lemon".
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Spain, the informal way to say vodka lemonade is limonada con vodka. In Argentina, the term vodka con limonada is used in both formal and informal situations.
Did you know?
- In many Spanish-speaking countries, asking for a drink con limón may result in receiving a slice of lemon as a garnish rather than a mixed lemonade beverage.
- The word limón traces its lineage back to the Sanskrit word nimbū, passing through Persian and Arabic before reaching Spanish.
Examples in context
- Quiero un vodka con limón, por favor.I want a vodka lemonade, please.
- Él pidió un vodka con limón para refrescarse.He ordered a vodka lemonade to cool down.
- ¿Hay vodka con limón en el menú?Is there vodka lemonade on the menu?
Example conversation
Sofía and Alejandro are ordering drinks at a bar.
- SofíaHola, ¿qué quieres beber, Alejandro?Hi, what do you want to drink, Alejandro?
- AlejandroVoy a pedir un vodka con limón.I am going to order a vodka lemonade.
- SofíaYo también pediré lo mismo.I will order the same thing too.
- AlejandroPerfecto, llamemos al camarero ahora.Perfect, let's call the waiter now.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries con, limón, vodka, CC BY-SA 4.0.
