Where does “Margarita” come from?
Margarita comes from Spanish Margarita, a feminine given name derived from the Latin word for pearl, reflecting the precious nature of the gem.
Margarita (English): A cocktail made with tequila, an orange-flavoured liqueur, and lemon or lime juice, often served with salt encrusted on the rim of the glass
Definitions
- A cocktail made with tequila, an orange-flavoured liqueur, and lemon or lime juice, often served with salt encrusted on the rim of the glass
Ancestry of “Margarita”, step by step
| Step | Language | Word | Meaning |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Spanish | margarita | daisy; pearl; margarita |
| 2 | Latin | margarīta | pearl |
| 3 | Ancient Greek | μαργαρίτης | pearl; a type of Egyptian plant |
| 4 | Proto-Iranian | *mŕ̥ga-ahri-ita- | — |