Sidra (en. Cider)

/ˈsi.ðɾa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Beverage obtained by fermenting apple juice.
In the northern region of Spain, cider is a very popular drink.
En la región norte de España, la sidra es una bebida muy popular.
A typical drink for some festivities and celebrations.
Cider is served at apple festivals.
Se sirve sidra en las fiestas de la manzana.
It can be sweet or dry, depending on its production process.
I prefer dry cider because it has a more intense flavor.
Prefiero la sidra seca porque tiene un sabor más intenso.

Etymology

From Latin 'sicera', which means alcoholic beverage.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to go for cider
to go out for cider with friends.
ir de sidras
natural cider
cider made without additives or preservatives.
sidra natural
to pay with cider
expression indicating doing a favor in exchange for a drink of cider.
pagar con sidra

Related Words

apple
Fruit of the apple tree, essential for making cider.
manzana
fermentation
Chemical process by which alcohol is produced.
fermentación
apricot
Variety of cider that has a fruity flavor.
apricocot

Slang Meanings

Social drink shared among friends.
Let's go have some ciders at the bar.
Vamos a tomar unas sidras al bar.
Local expression referring to a good time.
The cider from yesterday was incredible.
La sidra de ayer estuvo increíble.