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ron

rum

noun RROHN Rare

Origin: From English 'rum', itself of uncertain origin, entering Spanish via trade in the 17th century.

Usage Note

Ron is a masculine noun referring specifically to the sugarcane-based spirit. Cuba and the Dominican Republic are famous rum-producing countries, so ron cubano is a fixed phrase learners encounter often. The plural rones is regular but rarely needed.

Examples

"Pidió un ron con cola."

Natural Translation

He ordered a rum and coke.

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