How to Say "tavern" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “tavern” is “taberna” — A2 level.
English → SpanishA2
nounA2
a traditional place serving drinks and food
Examples
Quedamos en la taberna de la esquina para tomar un vino.
We are meeting at the tavern on the corner to have some wine.
Esta taberna es famosa por sus tapas tradicionales.
This tavern is famous for its traditional tapas.
Las paredes de la vieja taberna estaban llenas de fotos antiguas.
The walls of the old tavern were full of old photos.
Gender Identification
Because it ends in '-a', this word is feminine. You should always use 'la' or 'una' with it (la taberna).
Taberna vs. Bar
Mistake: “Using 'taberna' for a modern night club.”
Correction: Use 'taberna' for places with a rustic, wooden, or historical feel. Use 'discoteca' or 'club' for modern nightlife.
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