Language/Occitan-post-1500/Vocabulary/Fruits
Hi Occitan (post 1500) learners! 😊
In this lesson, we will learn about the vocabulary related to fruits. Fruit is an essential part of our daily diet, and it is good to know the names of different fruits in Occitan (post 1500). With this lesson, you will be able to expand your vocabulary and communicate better with native speakers. Let's get started!
After mastering this lesson, these related pages might interest you: Camping & Drinks.
Vocabulary[edit | edit source]
Here are some of the most common fruits and their names in Occitan (post 1500):
| Occitan (post 1500) | Pronunciation | English Translation |
|---|---|---|
| pomera | /pome'ra/ | apple |
| pera | /'pe.ra/ | pear |
| mèlga | /'mɛl.ɡa/ | melon |
| pastèc | /pas'tɛk/ | watermelon |
| albaroc | /al.ba'ruk/ | apricot |
| cirera | /si'ɾe.ɾo/ | cherry |
| raïm | /rajm/ | grape |
| pèsseg | /'pɛs.sɛɡ/ | peach |
| figa | /'fi.ɡa/ | fig |
| nisòla | /ni'zɔ.la/ | raspberry |
| blava | /'bla.va/ | blueberry |
| fraissa | /'fras.sa/ | strawberry |
| banhana | /ba'ɲa.na/ | banana |
| lémon | /'le.mu/ | lemon |
| portocala | /poɾ.to'ka.la/ | orange |
| mandarina | /man.da'ɾi.na/ | tangerine |
For example:
- Person 1: Pòdi aver una pera, per favor? (/Could I have a pear, please?/)
- Person 2: Segur, aquí n'avèm de planas. (/Of course, here we have plenty/)
As an additional practice, you can check native speakers from Occitan (post 1500) and ask them any questions. This way, you can improve your vocabulary faster and connect with other learners as well.
Fun facts[edit | edit source]
Did you know that in Occitan (post 1500), fruits have their own symbolism and traditions? Here are some interesting facts about Occitan (post 1500) fruits:
- The cherry is a symbol of love and passion. During the Cherry Festival, which takes place in Ceret every year, locals celebrate by eating cherries and offering them as gifts.
- In the south of France, melons are famous for their sweet flavor and are often eaten as a dessert.
- During summertime, many villages in Occitan (post 1500) organize grape harvest festivals where locals and tourists can participate in the traditional grape stomping.
- Strawberries are an essential part of Occitan (post 1500) cuisine, and many dishes are prepared with fresh strawberries such as strawberry tart or strawberry sorbet.
These facts show how culturally important fruits are in Occitan (post 1500). By understanding the cultural significance, we can also appreciate the language better.
Conclusion[edit | edit source]
With this lesson, we have learned the vocabulary related to fruits in Occitan (post 1500). Don't forget to practice with native speakers and check other resources to improve your skills. To expand your vocabulary further, check out the [Language/Occitan-post-1500/Vocabulary|Vocabulary] section.
Au revoir, and see you in the next lesson! 🍎🍇🍓
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Sources[edit | edit source]
Congratulations on finishing this lesson! Explore these related pages to keep learning: Colors & Express Surprise.