Language/Old-english-ca-450-1100/Vocabulary/Drinks
Hi Old English (ca. 450-1100) learners! 😊
In this lesson, we will focus on drinks, one of the essential elements of any culture. Learning how to order drinks in Old English (ca. 450-1100) will not only be useful for your studies but also for your cultural enrichment. Let's dive into it!
Don't hesitate to look into these other pages after completing this lesson: Education, Say Hello and Greetings in Old English (ca. 450-1100), Days of the Week & Animals.
Vocabulary[edit | edit source]
Whether you are at the tavern or having a meal at a lord's castle, you will need to know how to order drinks. Here are some of the most common ones:
| Old English (ca. 450-1100) | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| Æle | ˈæle | Ale |
| Beor | beor | Beer |
| Medu | meðu | Mead |
| Win | win | Wine |
| Wæter | ˈwæter | Water |
Dialogue[edit | edit source]
Let's have a look at a conversation between two people in a tavern who are ordering their drinks.
- Person 1: Hwæt byð þe ðearflicastu drincan? (What would be the most necessary drink?)
- Person 2: Ic þence þæt wæter byð ðearflicost, ac ic lufe win. (I think water is the most necessary, but I love wine.)
- Person 1: Þonne ic bebeode twægen medo. (Then I order two meads.)
Interesting facts[edit | edit source]
- In Old English (ca. 450-1100), the word "wine" referred to any fermented drink, not just grape wine. - Mead, made from honey, was often drunk during festivities and was considered a drink of the elite. - Ale and beer were brewed by women, and they were also responsible for selling them at markets. - Water was considered to be less valuable than alcoholic drinks due to its susceptibility to contamination.
Practice[edit | edit source]
To improve your Old English (ca. 450-1100) 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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