vodka
“vodka” means “vodka” in Spanish (alcoholic drink).
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Pedimos un vaso de vodka con hielo y limón.
A1We ordered a glass of vodka with ice and lemon.
El vodka es conocido por ser incoloro e inodoro.
B1Vodka is known for being colorless and odorless.
Prefiero el vodka ruso al polaco, aunque ambos son excelentes.
B2I prefer Russian vodka to Polish, although both are excellent.
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Which article should you use when referring to the drink 'vodka' in Spanish?
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This word comes from the Slavic languages (specifically Russian and Polish). It is a diminutive form of the word for 'water'—literally meaning 'little water'.
First recorded: Mid-20th century (in widespread Spanish use)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why is 'vodka' masculine if it ends in 'a'?
This happens with many words borrowed from other languages (called loanwords). Since the word is imported, it often defaults to the masculine gender ('el'), even when it doesn't follow the usual Spanish pattern of '-a' for feminine nouns.