Spanish Conversation · Level 73
59 words
Spanish word
bebida
Pronunciation
IPA/beˈβiða/
Meaning
- feminine noundrink
Example
¿Quieres una bebida?
Do you want a drink?
More examples
Prefiero una bebida sin alcohol cuando conduzco.
I prefer a non-alcoholic drink when I drive.
Core concept
Liquid intended to be drunk.
Common phrases
bebida alcohólica
alcoholic drink
tomar una bebida
have a drink
bebida sin alcohol
non-alcoholic drink
Similar words
agua: Clear water safe for drinking, without added sugar or flavoring.
refresco: Sweet commercial beverage, typically cold and often carbonated.
jugo: Liquid squeezed or blended from fruits or vegetables, sometimes pulpy.
Definition in Spanish
Nombra algo que se bebe; incluye tanto bebidas no alcohólicas como bebidas alcohólicas.
Word origin
From the past participle of Spanish beber and ultimately from Latin bibere 'to drink', the participle functions as a noun naming what is drunk.
Usage tips
- When offering una bebida it can mean any kind of drink, while pedir una copa usually implies an alcoholic drink served in a glass and un trago often refers to a single sip or a shot.
Related words
- beberdrinkverb
- bebedordrinkernoun
- bebibledrinkableadjective