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Occitan (post 1500) Vocabulary - Drinks

Hi Occitan (post 1500) learners! 😊
In this lesson, we will explore the vocabulary related to drinks in Occitan (post 1500). You will learn different types of drinks, their pronunciations, and their translations in English. We will also discuss cultural aspects related to drinks in Occitan (post 1500). By the end of this lesson, you will be able to order drinks like a native speaker! 🍸🍹🍺🍻🍷

Vocabulary

Here are some common drinks you may encounter in Occitan (post 1500), along with their translations in English and pronunciations.

Occitan (post 1500)	Pronunciation	English
L'aiga	['lajɣo]	Water
Lait	['lajt]	Milk
Café	['kafe]	Coffee
Tè	[te]	Tea
Còca	['kɔka]	Coke
Fanta	['fanta]	Fanta
Lison	['lizun]	Lemonade
Orangina	[ɔraŋ'dʒina]	Orangina
Jus de fruits	[ʒys də fʁɥits]	Fruit juice
Vin	[vi]	Wine
Cerveja	[sɛr'vɛdʒɔ]	Beer

Note that in Occitan (post 1500) they use the same word for lemonade as they use in French: Lison.

Expressions

Here are some phrases that you can use when ordering drinks in Occitan (post 1500):

• Una còca, per favor. (One Coke, please.)
• Una botelha de vin, per favor. (One bottle of wine, please.)
• Podètz m'aportar un cafè, per favor? (Can you bring me a coffee, please?)
• Un verre d'aiga, s'il vous plait? (A glass of water, please?)

As you can see from the examples, Occitan (post 1500) uses some expressions that are similar to French.

Let's take a look at some cultural aspects related to drinks in Occitan (post 1500).

Cultural Notes

Wine is an important part of the Occitan culture. In fact, Occitan (post 1500) is part of the Languedoc-Roussillon region in southern France, which is one of the largest wine-producing regions in the country. The region is known for its red wines, such as Minervois and Corbières. Wine is often served with meals, and it is common for people to enjoy a glass of wine during their lunch break.

Beer is also popular in Occitan (post 1500). The region has its own brewery, La Brasserie du Pays Cathare, which produces a variety of beers. Some of the most popular ones include the Occitane Blonde, the Blanche Citron, and the Ambrée.

Café culture is also an important part of daily life in Occitan (post 1500). People often gather in cafes to socialize, work, and relax. In fact, the city of Montpellier is known for its vibrant cafe culture. If you want to experience the local cafe culture, head to one of the many cafes in town, order an espresso or a café au lait, and watch the world go by.

Dialogue

Here's a conversation between two people in Occitan (post 1500) ordering drinks:

• Person 1: Una còca, per favor. (One Coke, please.)
• Person 2: E jo, un cafè, per favor. (And for me, a coffee, please.)
• Person 1: Ès prèp vargar lison? (Are you ready to order lemonade?)
• Person 2: Oi, vòli beure una botelha de lison. (Yes, I want to drink a bottle of lemonade.)
• Person 1: Com vulètz vòstre vin? (How do you want your wine?)
• Person 2: Un verre de vin rouge, s'il vous plait. (A glass of red wine, please.)

Summary

In this lesson, you learned different types of drinks and their translations in English. You also learned some cultural aspects related to drinks in Occitan (post 1500). Remember, if you want to practice your Occitan (post 1500) skills, you can find native speakers on the Polyglot Club website. Find native speakers and ask them any questions!

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Sources

• Occitan Language
• Languedoc-Roussillon
• Wine Producer