Language/Paraguayan-guarani/Vocabulary/Drinks
Hi Paraguayan Guaraní learners! 😊
In this lesson, you will improve your knowledge of Paraguayan Guaraní by learning vocabulary related to drinks. Knowing how to ask for a drink and order one is useful when traveling to Paraguay. This knowledge will enable you to communicate with the locals and ask for your favorite beverage.
With the completion of this lesson, consider investigating these related pages: Time & Express Surprise.
Vocabulary[edit | edit source]
Learning the vocabulary related to drinks is a useful skill when visiting Paraguay.
| Paraguayan Guaraní | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| tereré | teɽeɾe | cold infusion of yerba mate |
| mate | mate | hot infusion of yerba mate |
| cocido | koˈsiðo | hot water with milk and sugar |
| jugo | ˈʝuɣo | juice |
| soda | ˈsoda | soda |
| vino | ˈbino | wine |
| cerveza | seɾˈβe.sa | beer |
| agua | ˈaɣwa | water |
| café | ka.ˈfe | coffee |
| té | te | tea |
| refresco | reˈfɾes.ko | soft drink |
Asking for your drink[edit | edit source]
When visiting Paraguay, it's essential to know how to order your favorite drink. Here are some common expressions:
- “Una soda, por favor.” (One soda, please.)
- “Un vaso de agua, por favor.” (A glass of water, please.)
- “Un mate, por favor.” (A mate, please.)
- “Un tereré, por favor.” (A tereré, please.)
Dialogue[edit | edit source]
Here's a dialogue to help you practice using the vocabulary:
- Person 1: “¿Querés un tereré?” (Do you want a tereré?)
- Person 2: “Sí, por favor.” (Yes, please.)
- Person 1: “Acá está el termo y la yerba.” (Here's the thermos and the yerba.)
- Person 2: “Gracias. ¿Me pasas el vaso?” (Thanks. Can you pass me the cup?)
- Person 1: “¡Claro que sí!” (Of course!)
- Person 2: “¡Salud!” (Cheers!)
Interesting facts[edit | edit source]
- Tereré is a popular drink in Paraguay. It's a cold infusion of yerba mate, and it's served with cold water or juice. Tereré is usually drunk in groups, and it's a social activity. - Paraguay is a top producer of Yerba Mate. Yerba Mate is an herbal tea that is rich in antioxidants and has many health benefits. - Mate is a hot drink made with Yerba mate. Paraguayans drink Mate throughout the day, and it's a common social activity.
Tips[edit | edit source]
To improve your Paraguayan Guaraní 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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