Champán (en. Champagne)

/tʃamˈpan/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Sparkling alcoholic beverage made using a specific fermentation method.
At the celebration, we toasted with champagne.
En la celebración brindamos con champán.
Type of sparkling wine considered a symbol of luxury and celebration.
Champagne is served on special occasions.
El champán se sirve en ocasiones especiales.
Beverage traditionally associated with parties and important events.
Champagne is a key element at weddings.
El champán es un elemento clave en las bodas.

Etymology

From the French 'champagne' which refers to the region of origin of this type of sparkling wine.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to toast with champagne
To make a toast using champagne.
brindar con champán
to open a bottle of champagne
To begin the celebration by uncorking a bottle of champagne.
abrir una botella de champán
to enjoy a glass of champagne
To enjoy the drink during festive moments.
gozar de una copa de champán

Related Words

wine
Alcoholic beverage obtained from the fermentation of grapes.
vino
bubbles
The small gas bubbles seen in sparkling liquids like champagne.
burbujeas
celebration
Act of celebrating an event.
celebración

Slang Meanings

Champagne as a symbol of status.
That event is so exclusive that it only serves champagne.
Ese evento es tan exclusivo que sólo sirve champán.
Use of champagne to refer to luxuries or excesses.
It was a night of champagne and glamour.
Fue una noche de champán y glamour.