English–Spanish

“cocktail” in Spanish

Spanish

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈkoktel/

Example

¿Quieres un cóctel?

Do you want a cocktail?

Illustration for cóctel (cocktail)

How to say “cocktail” in Spanish

“Cocktail” in Spanish is cóctel.

Colorful mixed alcoholic drink in a stemmed glass with ice and a fruit garnish.

Full entry for cóctel: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with cóctel

Preparó un cóctel de frutas para la fiesta.

He made a fruit cocktail for the party.

Tips for using cóctel

  • On invitations and in formal contexts cóctel often refers to a reception or cocktail party rather than a single drink.

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