Language/Classical-quechua/Vocabulary/Drinks
Hi Classical Quechua learners! 😊
In this lesson, we will learn about different types of drinks in Classical Quechua. Drinks are often part of cultural practices and celebrations, so it is essential to know their names to fully immerse yourself in the Quechua culture. We will also provide you with some interesting facts about drinking in Quechua culture. So let's get started!
Finish this lesson and explore these related pages: Fruits & Count to 10.
Cultural Significance of Drinks[edit | edit source]
In the Quechua culture, drinks have a religious and spiritual significance. Chicha, for example, is sacred to Quechua people, and often consumed during festivals and rituals. It is a fermented corn or potato drink, and its production involves a spiritual process, from the selection of corn to the serving of the drink.
Vocabulary[edit | edit source]
In this section, we will present the Classical Quechua vocabulary for different types of drinks.
Non-Alcoholic drinks[edit | edit source]
Here are some Classical Quechua words for popular non-alcoholic drinks:
| Classical Quechua | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| Musi | moo-see | Juice |
| T'imi | tee-mee | Tea |
| Api | ah-pee | Warm corn beverage |
| Wasi | wah-see | Water |
| Nira | nee-rah | Sugar-cane juice |
Alcoholic drinks[edit | edit source]
Here are some Classical Quechua words for popular alcoholic drinks:
| Classical Quechua | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| Chicha | chee-chah | Corn or potato beer |
| Sora | sō-rah | Corn liquor |
| Aqha | ah-kah | Cane liquor |
Interesting Facts[edit | edit source]
- Chicha plays an essential role in traditional Quechua communities. Its consumption is associated with prayer and ritual, and its production usually involves the collaboration of the whole community.
- Chicha is often served in a communal bowl called a q'ero. The bowl is passed clockwise around the room and sipped through a shared reed straw.
- Pachamanca, a traditional Andean dish, is often accompanied by beer or chicha. Pachamanca involves cooking meat and vegetables in a pit, and its consumption is associated with sharing and community-building.
- In modern times, Quechua people also enjoy drinking commercially produced beers and sodas, just like anyone else.
- However, in some rural communities, drinking non-traditional beverages can be seen as a sign of assimilation, and therefore cultural loss.
Dialogue[edit | edit source]
To help you practice your Quechua vocabulary, here is a short dialogue:
- Person 1: ¿Chichamantaqmi? (Do you want chicha?)
- Person 2: Mana, niran kani. (No, I want sugar-cane juice.)
Sources[edit | edit source]
We hope this vocabulary lesson was helpful and informative. Practice your new vocabulary and cultural knowledge by finding native speakers on Polyglot Club, and don't hesitate to ask them any questions! Remember to also check out the Classical Quechua vocabulary page for more resources.
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