Language/Indo-portuguese/Vocabulary/Drinks
Hi Indo-Portuguese learners! 😊
In this lesson, we will learn the Indo-Portuguese vocabulary related to drinks. Drinks play an important role in the Indo-Portuguese culture, especially during celebrations and family gatherings. So, let's learn how to order a drink in Indo-Portuguese!
After mastering this lesson, these related pages might interest you: Days of the Week, Animals & Colors.
Basic Expressions[edit | edit source]
Before we start with the vocabulary, here are some basic expressions that you can use at the bar or restaurant:
| Indo-Portuguese | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| Posso ver o cardápio, por favor? | Pɔsu veɾu karduˈpju puɾ fɐˈvoɾ? | Can I see the menu, please? |
| Eu gostaria de um(a) ... | ew ɡustɐˈɾiɐ dɨ u̯~ˈ | I would like a ... |
| Que tipo de ... vocês têm? | ki ˈtʃipu dɨ ... ˈvɔsɛ̃ tẽ̞ĩ? | What type of ... do you have? |
| Onde fica o banheiro? | ˈõdi ˈfikɐ u̯~ baɲeˈiɾu? | Where is the bathroom? |
| Muito obrigado(a) | ˈmwe̞tu oɾbɨˈɡadu ˈɐ | Thank you very much |
Don't be shy to use these expressions, the servers will appreciate that you are trying to speak in their language!
Vocabulary[edit | edit source]
Let's start with some basic drinks:
| Indo-Portuguese | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| Água | ˈaɡwɐ | Water |
| Café | kɐˈfe | Coffee |
| Chá | ˈʃa | Tea |
| Leite | ˈlejtɨ | Milk |
Now, let's move to some alcoholic drinks:
| Indo-Portuguese | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| Cerveja | sɛɾˈveʒɐ | Beer |
| Vinho | ˈviɲu | Wine |
| Licor | liˈkoɾ | Liqueur |
| Whisky | ˈwis.ki | Whiskey |
For mixed drinks:
| Indo-Portuguese | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| Cachaça | kaˈʃasɐ | Cachaça (Brazilian alcoholic drink) |
| Caipirinha | kajpiˈrinjɐ | Caipirinha (Brazilian cocktail) |
And finally, some non-alcoholic mixed drinks:
| Indo-Portuguese | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| Refrigerante | ʁe.fɾi.ʒe.ɾɐ̃t(ɨ) | Soda |
| Suco | ˈsu.ku | Juice |
| Coquetel de frutas | ko.ke.ˈteu̯ dʒi ˈfɾu.tɐs | Fruit cocktail |
Now, let's see some examples of how to order a drink:
- Person 1: Eu gostaria de uma cerveja, por favor. (I would like a beer, please.)
- Person 2: Claro, qual marca você prefere? (Sure, which brand would you prefer?)
Cultural Information[edit | edit source]
In Goa, a former Portuguese colony, Feni is a popular alcoholic drink made from cashew or coconut. It is considered a heritage drink and is regularly consumed during the spring and summer months. Additionally, in Brazil, it is famous for its Caipirinha, a cocktail made from cachaça, sugar, and lime.
Remember that ordering a drink in a foreign language can be intimidating, but it is always an excellent opportunity to practice your language skills and immerse yourself in the local culture!
To improve your Indo-Portuguese Vocabulary, you can also use the Polyglot Club website. Find native speakers and ask them any questions!
Sources[edit | edit source]
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