Download
Translate Files
search close
    https://lingvanex.com/translate/ Translate Text https://app.lingvanex.com/ Translate Files

    Martini (en. Martini)

    /maɾˈtini/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    An alcoholic drink consisting of a mixture of gin and dry vermouth.
    The martini is a classic in cocktail bars.
    El martini es un clásico en los bares de cócteles.
    It can be prepared with different variations, such as the vodka martini.
    I prefer a vodka martini over a traditional one.
    Prefiero un martini de vodka en lugar de uno tradicional.
    It is usually garnished with an olive or a twist of lemon.
    The martini is served with an olive floating in the glass.
    El martini se sirve con una aceituna flotando en la copa.

    Etymology

    The name 'martini' may come from the name of a vermouth producer or from a city in Italy.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    dry martini
    A martini with a small amount of vermouth.
    martini seco
    dirty martini
    A martini that includes a little olive brine.
    martini sucio
    shaken, not stirred
    Famous phrase associated with the preparation of the martini.
    shaken, not stirred

    Related Words

    gin
    Liquor distilled from juniper berries.
    ginebra
    vermouth
    Wine flavored with herbs and spices.
    vermut
    cocktail
    A drink that combines different ingredients, including alcohol and flavorings.
    cocktail

    Slang Meanings

    An elegant and sophisticated cocktail.
    Let's have some martinis, it's the drink of the night.
    Vamos a tomar unos martinis, es la bebida de la noche.
    Referring to a state of euphoria or enjoyment.
    After a few martinis, everything seems better.
    Después de algunos martinis, todo parece mejor.