Language/Corsican/Vocabulary/Drinks
Hi Corsican learners! 😊
In this lesson, we'll learn about drinks in Corsican. Corsica has a unique and diverse culture that manifests in its food and drinks. Learning about the drinks in Corsica will not only improve your Corsican vocabulary but also help you understand Corsican culture better. Let's dive in!
Consider exploring these related pages after completing this lesson: Days of the Week & City.
Corsican Alcoholic Drinks[edit | edit source]
Corsican has many alcoholic drinks that reflect its rich culture. Here are some examples:
| Corsican | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| Vinu di Patrimoniu | /vinu di patrimonju/ | Wine from Patrimonio |
| Pietra | /pietra/ | Chestnut beer |
| Cap Corse Mattei | /kap korse mattei/ | Aperitif wine |
Here is a dialogue so you can see the words in context:
- Person 1: Mi volaria un bicchjeru di Vinu di Patrimoniu, per piacè. (/mi vɔ'laɾja ʊn 'bik.kje.ɾu di 'vinu di patrimonju, pɛɾ pi'a.tʃɛ/ - I would like a glass of wine from Patrimonio, please.)
- Person 2: Ecchete cinque euro. (/ɛ'kɛte 'tʃiŋ.kwe 'ɛu.ɾu/ - That's five euros.)
Corsican Non-Alcoholic Drinks[edit | edit source]
Corsican cuisine is not only famous for its alcoholic beverages but also its non-alcoholic drinks. Let’s learn some words.
| Corsican | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| Carbunelli | /kaɾbune'lli/ | Carbonated water |
| Limunata | /li.mu'na.ta/ | Lemonade |
| Aranciata | /aɾantʃi'ata/ | Orange soda |
Here is a dialogue so you can see the words in context:
- Person 1: Vulemu una Limunata, per piacè. (/vu'le.mu 'u.na li.mu'na.ta pɛr pi.a'tʃɛ/ - We want a lemonade, please.)
- Person 2: Eccu quattru euro. (/ɛk.ku 'kat.tɾu 'ɛu.ɾu/ - That's four euros.)
Unique Corsican Drinks[edit | edit source]
Corsica has some unique drinks that one must try when visiting. Here are some of the most famous ones:
| Corsican | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| Fiadone | /fjaˈdɔnɛ/ | Sweet, crustless cheesecake |
| Cedratine | /sdɾatine/ | Liqueur made from citron fruit |
Here is a dialogue so you can see the words in context:
- Person 1: Ti volaria un Fiadone per piacè. (/ti vɔ'laɾja ʊn fja'dɔnɛ pɛɾ pi.a.tʃɛ/ - I would like a Fiadone, please.)
- Person 2: Ecchete dodeci euro. (/ɛ'kɛte do'dɛ.tʃi 'ɛu.ɾu/ - That's twelve euros.)
Ordering a Drink[edit | edit source]
If you want to order a drink in Corsica, here are some sentences that can help:
- Noi vogliu un bicchiè di _____. (/nɔj vɔ'ʎju ʊn 'bik.kje di/ - We want a glass of _____.)
- Quandu ci volete per manghjà ? (/kwan.du tʃi vo'le.te pɛr.ma'ɲa/ - When do you want to eat?)
- Eccu _____ euro. (/ɛk.ku/ - Here's _____ euros.)
- Grazia per l’accoglienza! (/ˈɡrattsja per laḱɔʎʎenˈsa/ - Thank you for the hospitality!)
Conclusion[edit | edit source]
We’ve learned about some of Corsica’s most famous drinks! Which one was your favorite? Of course, a single article cannot explain all the nuances of Corsican culture. To improve your Corsican Vocabulary, you can also use the Polyglot Club website. Find native speakers and ask them any questions!
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