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    Cóctel (en. Cocktail)

    ˈkok.tel

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Mixture of several liquid ingredients, generally beverages, that are served together in a glass.
    The Margarita cocktail is very popular at parties.
    El cóctel Margarita es muy popular en las fiestas.
    Social event where cocktails and appetizers are served.
    I attended a networking cocktail last night.
    Asistí a un cóctel de networking anoche.
    Combination of diverse elements in different categories.
    The report is a cocktail of statistics and analysis.
    El informe es un cóctel de estadísticas y análisis.

    Etymology

    The word cocktail comes from the English 'cocktail', the exact origin of which is uncertain.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    fruit cocktail
    Mixture of different fruits, usually in a container.
    cóctel de frutas
    non-alcoholic cocktails
    Mixed drinks that do not contain alcohol.
    cócteles sin alcohol
    happy hour
    Period during which discounts on cocktails are offered.
    happy hour

    Related Words

    martini
    Classic cocktail based on gin and vermouth.
    martini
    mojito
    Refreshing cocktail made with rum, mint, and lime.
    mojito
    smoothie
    Drink made from blended fruits and/or vegetables, generally non-alcoholic.
    smoothie

    Slang Meanings

    party cocktail
    I'm going to prepare a party cocktail for the celebration.
    Voy a preparar un cóctel de fiesta para la celebración.
    cocktail tone
    The cocktail tone of the event was very relaxed.
    El tono de cóctel del evento era muy relajado.