Language/Urdu/Vocabulary/Drinks
Hi Urdu learners! 😊
In this lesson, we will learn about drinks in Urdu language. Drinks are a part of daily life and knowing the names of different drinks in Urdu can make your conversations more interesting and fun. By the end of this lesson, you will have a new set of Urdu vocabulary words related to drinks.
Don't hesitate to look into these other pages after completing this lesson: Urdu Vocabulary → Days of the Week and Months, Food and Drinks, Animal & Hobbies and Activities.
Types of Drinks[edit | edit source]
There are many types of drinks that you can find in Urdu-speaking countries. Here are some common ones:
| Urdu | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| چائے | Chai | Tea |
| کافی | Kafi | Coffee |
| پانی | Pani | Water |
| دودھ | Doodh | Milk |
| جو | Jo | Barley water |
| عرق | Arq | Essence |
| جامن کا پانی | Jamun ka Pani | Blackberry drink |
| سربت | Sharbat | Syrup drink |
| لسی | Lassi | Sweet or sour drink made from yogurt |
Ordering Drinks[edit | edit source]
When you are in an Urdu speaking country and you want to order a drink, it is important to know how to ask for it. Here are some helpful phrases:
- مجھے یک گلاس پانی چاہئے۔ (Mujhe ek glass pani chahiye.) - I want a glass of water.
- کیا آپ چائے پیتے ہیں؟ (Kya aap chai peetay hain?) - Do you drink tea?
- میں کافے کیجیے۔ (Main coffee keejye.) - I'll have coffee.
- آپ کے پاس لسی ہے؟ (Aap ke paas lassi hai?) - Do you have lassi?
Cultural Tips[edit | edit source]
In Urdu-speaking countries, people love drinking tea. They drink tea throughout the day and it is a way to spend time with friends and family. Tea making is an art in Pakistan, and they often have special pots specifically designed for making tea.
Sharbat is a fruit juice drink that is very popular in the summer season in Pakistan. It is often made with rose petals, lemons, and other fruits.
Blackberry drink (Jamun ka pani) is a popular drink in the South Asian region. It is made from the fruit of the blackberry plant and has a sweet, tangy taste.
Dialogue[edit | edit source]
Here is a conversation between two friends who meet at a café:
- Person 1: سلام علیکم! کیا حال ہے؟ (Salaam aleikum! Kya haal hai?) (Hello! How are you?)
- Person 2: وعلیکم السلام! میں ٹھیک ہوں، آپ کیا پیتے ہیں؟ (Waleikum assalam! Main theek hoon, aap kya peetay hain?) (I'm fine, what do you drink?)
- Person 1: میں کافے پیتا ہوں، آپ کیا پیئے گا؟ (Main coffee peeta hoon, aap kya piyenge?) (I drink coffee, what would you like?)
- Person 2: میں چائے کیا کیجیے۔ (Main chai keejye.) (I'll have tea.)
Practice[edit | edit source]
Now it's time to practice what you've learned! Use Polyglot Club to find native Urdu speakers and practice asking for your favorite drink! Don't be afraid to make mistakes - that's how we learn! 😊
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Sources: - "Urdu Words and Phrases for Ordering Food and Beverages." UrduPod101, Lessons Library, https://www.urdupod101.com/lesson-library/ - "11 Drinks Everyone In Pakistan Must Try," MangoBaaz, 28 Mar. 2016, https://www.mangobaaz.com/11-drinks-everyone-in-pakistan-must-try
Other Lessons[edit | edit source]
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- Health
- Parts of the Body
- Education
- How to say Good Bye?
- Months of the Year
- How to Say Hello and Greetings
- Clothes
- Count from 1 to 10
Sources[edit | edit source]