whisky
“whisky” means “whisky” in Spanish (alcoholic beverage distilled from grain).
whisky
Also: scotch, bourbon
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¿Pedimos un whisky con hielo después de la cena?
B1Shall we order a whisky on the rocks after dinner?
El mejor whisky escocés es muy caro.
B2The best Scotch whisky is very expensive.
Ella prefiere el whisky irlandés al americano.
B1She prefers Irish whiskey to American.
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Which article must you use when referring to a glass of whisky?
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This word comes directly from the English word 'whisky' (or 'whiskey'), which itself is a shortened version of the Gaelic phrase 'uisge beatha,' meaning 'water of life.' Spanish adopted the spelling and pronunciation directly.
First recorded: Mid-20th century (as the drink became globally popular)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'güisqui' a real Spanish word?
Yes, 'güisqui' is the Spanish phonetic spelling officially accepted by the Royal Spanish Academy (RAE). However, the original English spelling, 'whisky,' is overwhelmingly more common and preferred in daily use.
How do I pronounce the 'w' in 'whisky' in Spanish?
Most native Spanish speakers, especially in Spain, pronounce it very similarly to the English 'w' sound. In some parts of Latin America, it might sound slightly closer to a 'gu' sound, like 'GWEES-kee'.