Cóctel (en. Cocktail)

ˈkok.tel

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
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.
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.

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.