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How to Say "wine" in Spanish

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vino

bee-noˈbino

nounA1general
Use 'vino' when referring to the alcoholic beverage itself, typically when drinking or ordering it.
A clear, stemmed glass filled with dark red wine, sitting elegantly on a simple wooden surface.

Examples

Me gusta el vino tinto con la carne.

I like red wine with meat.

¿Quieres una copa de vino blanco?

Do you want a glass of white wine?

España produce vinos excelentes.

Spain produces excellent wines.

A Masculine Noun

Even though some nouns ending in '-o' can be feminine, 'vino' is masculine. Always say 'el vino' for 'the wine' or 'un vino' for 'a wine'.

Red Wine vs. 'Vino Rojo'

Mistake: “Quiero un vino rojo.”

Correction: Quiero un vino tinto. While 'rojo' is the usual word for 'red,' Spanish uses the special word 'tinto' (meaning 'tinted' or 'dark-colored') specifically for red wine.

caldo

KAHL-dohˈkal.do

nounC1formal/regional
Use 'caldo' when referring to wine as a product of a winery or a specific region's viticulture, often in a more formal or connoisseurial context.
A glass of deep red wine sitting next to a bunch of purple grapes.

Examples

Esta región es famosa por sus excelentes caldos.

This region is famous for its excellent wines.

Vino vs. Caldo

The most common mistake is using 'caldo' for everyday drinking wine. Remember that 'vino' is the everyday word for the drink itself, while 'caldo' refers to wine as a more refined product of a winery or region.

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