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Welcome to our lesson on '''Eating Out'''! This lesson is particularly exciting because dining is such a significant part of Armenian culture. Sharing meals is a way for families and friends to bond, and it often involves delicious food that reflects our rich heritage. Whether you’re visiting Armenia or just want to impress your Armenian friends, knowing how to navigate a restaurant is essential. In this lesson, we will cover useful vocabulary for ordering food, asking for the bill, and discussing your dietary preferences.
Here’s what you can expect to learn in this lesson:


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== Introduction ==
=== Importance of Dining Vocabulary ===
 
Being able to communicate effectively in a restaurant setting will enhance your experience, whether you’re trying traditional dishes or exploring contemporary cuisine. Knowing how to express your likes, dislikes, and dietary restrictions will not only make your dining experience smoother but also allow you to engage with the locals.
 
=== Lesson Structure ===
 
1. Key Vocabulary for Eating Out
 
2. Useful Phrases for Ordering Food
 
3. Asking for the Bill and Making Payments


Welcome to the lesson on Armenian vocabulary for eating out! In this lesson, we will learn useful phrases and expressions that will help you navigate restaurants, cafes, and other dining establishments in Armenia. Whether you're a food enthusiast or a traveler looking to experience Armenian cuisine, this lesson will equip you with the necessary vocabulary to order food, ask for the bill, and talk about your food preferences and dietary restrictions.
4. Discussing Food Preferences and Dietary Restrictions


Armenian cuisine is known for its rich flavors, unique ingredients, and diverse dishes. By learning the vocabulary related to eating out, you will not only be able to enjoy the delicious Armenian food but also engage in conversations with locals and immerse yourself in the local culture. So let's get started!
5. Practice Exercises


== Basic Vocabulary ==
== Key Vocabulary for Eating Out ==


Before we delve into specific phrases and expressions, let's first familiarize ourselves with some basic Armenian vocabulary related to eating out. Here are a few words that you will commonly encounter when dining in Armenia:
Let’s dive into some essential vocabulary that will be useful when dining out in Armenia. Below is a table of common words and phrases you will encounter.


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{| class="wikitable"
! Armenian !! Pronunciation !! English Translation
 
! Armenian !! Pronunciation !! English
 
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| խոհարար || kho-ha-raar || waiter/waitress
 
| ախորժակ || akhorjak || appetizer
 
|-
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| ճաշատանիշ || cha-sha-ta-nish || menu
 
| աղցան || akhczan || salad
 
|-
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| սեղան || se-ghan || table
 
| հիմնական ուտեստ || himnakan utesd || main course
 
|-
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| կարմիր || kar-mir || red
 
| քաղցր || khaghzr || dessert
 
|-
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| սպիտակ || spi-tak || white
 
| ըմպելիք || ymberik || drink
 
|-
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| փոխարժեք || pokh-ar-jekh || bill
 
| սեղան || seghan || table
 
|-
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| սունկ || sunk || fork
 
| մատուցող || matutsogh || waiter
 
|-
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| գալակ || ga-lak || spoon
 
| մատուցողուհի || matutsoghuhi || waitress
 
|-
 
| հաշիվ || hashiv || bill
 
|-
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| սափրակ || sa-prak || knife
 
| պատվիրել || patvirél || to order
 
|-
 
| սպասել || spasel || to wait
 
|-
 
| համտեսել || hamtesel || to taste
 
|-
 
| պանիր || panir || cheese
 
|-
 
| միս || mis || meat
 
|-
 
| ձուկ || dzuk || fish
 
|-
 
| բանջարեղեն || banjaréghen || vegetables
 
|-
 
| հաց || hats || bread
 
|-
 
| աղ || agh || salt
 
|-
 
| պղպեղ || pghpegh || pepper
 
|-
 
| յուղ || yugh || oil
 
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| ջուր || jur || water
 
|}
 
== Useful Phrases for Ordering Food ==
 
When you are ready to order, it’s important to know the right phrases to use. Here are some useful expressions that will help you communicate effectively with the staff.
 
{| class="wikitable"
 
! Armenian !! Pronunciation !! English
 
|-
 
| Ես ուզում եմ պատվիրել... || Yes uzum yem patvirél... || I would like to order...
 
|-
 
| Ի՞նչ եք խորհուրդ տալիս || Inch' ek khorhurd talis? || What do you recommend?
 
|-
 
| Ես մսեղեն չեմ ուտում || Yes mseghen ch'em utum || I don’t eat meat.
 
|-
 
| Կարո՞ղ եք ինձ ասել, թե ինչ է այս ուտեստը || Karoogh yek indz asel, te inch e ays utesdë? || Can you tell me what this dish is?
 
|-
 
| Ինչպես պատրաստված է այս ուտեստը? || Inch'pes patrasvats e ays utesdë? || How is this dish prepared?
 
|-
 
| Ես ուզում եմ ավելացնել... || Yes uzum yem avelacnel... || I would like to add...
 
|-
 
| Կարո՞ղ եք ինձ բերել... || Karoogh yek indz berel...? || Can you bring me...?
 
|-
 
| Ես կփորձեմ... || Yes k'porcem... || I will try...
 
|-
 
| Սա շատ համեղ է || Sa shat hamegh e || This is very tasty.
 
|-
 
| Ես ուզում եմ մի բաժակ ջուր || Yes uzum yem mi bajak jur || I would like a glass of water.
 
|}
|}


These words will be the building blocks for the phrases and expressions we will learn later in this lesson. Take some time to familiarize yourself with the pronunciation and meaning of these words before we move on.
== Asking for the Bill and Making Payments ==
 
After enjoying a delightful meal, you’ll need to ask for the bill. Here are phrases that will help you do just that:
 
{| class="wikitable"
 
! Armenian !! Pronunciation !! English
 
|-


== Ordering Food ==
| Կարո՞ղ եք ինձ բերել հաշիվը? || Karoogh yek indz berel hashiv@? || Can you bring me the bill?


When you're ready to order food at a restaurant or cafe in Armenia, it's important to know how to effectively communicate your preferences and make requests. Here are some phrases that will help you in the process:
|-


* Ես կ՚պարունակեմ <ուտելու ամեն ինչու>:
| Հաշիվ, խնդրում եմ || Hashiv, khndrum yem || The bill, please.
  * Yess k'paroonakem <oodeloo amen inchoo>.
  * I would like to have <something to eat>.
* Ես կ՚պարունակեմ <խորովուէս ձուկով>:
  * Yess k'paroonakem <khorovooes dzookov>.
  * I would like to have <fish with rice>.
* Ես պարունակում <սկովութիւնով ձուկ>:
  * Yess paroonakoom <skovootyoonov dzook>.
  * I am having <grilled fish>.
* Ուտե՞լ կարմիրիներով կամ սպիտակիներով:
  * Ootel kar-mi-rinerv kam spi-ta-kinerv.
  * Would you like it with red wine or white wine?
* Ճաշատանիշում կամ փոխարժեքում ե՞ք:
  * Cha-sha-ta-nishoom kam pokh-ar-jekhoom ekh?
  * Are you ready to order or do you need more time?


Feel free to modify these phrases based on your preferences and dietary restrictions. Armenians are known for their hospitality, so don't hesitate to ask questions or make special requests to ensure a pleasant dining experience.
|-


== Asking for the Bill ==
| Ես կվճարեմ քարտով || Yes k'vcharem kartov || I will pay by card.


Once you have finished your meal and are ready to pay the bill, you can use the following phrases to ask for the bill and settle your payment:
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* Միացեք խոհարարին, ո՞րտեղ կացնենք փոխարժեքը:
| Ես վճարում եմ cash || Yes vch'aru yem cash || I am paying in cash.
  * Miatshek khohararin, vortegh kahtznek pokh-ar-jekhy.
  * Call the waiter/waitress, please, where can we pay the bill?
* Խոհարար, թուլատու՞մ կարաւե՞լ ենք:
  * Khoharar, toolatoom karavel enk.
  * Waiter/waitress, can we have the bill, please?
* Ես կ՚վճարում <փոխարժեքով>:
  * Yess k'vcharoom <pokh-ar-jekhov>.
  * I am paying <with the bill>.


Armenians appreciate it when you take the initiative to ask for the bill rather than waiting for it to be brought to you. It is also customary to leave a small tip (around 10% of the total bill) as a gesture of appreciation for the service provided.
|-


== Cultural Insight ==
| Այստեղ կարելի է վճարել? || Aystegh kareli e vcharel? || Is it possible to pay here?


Armenian cuisine is an integral part of Armenian culture and identity. It reflects the country's rich history, geographical location, and traditional values. In Armenia, meals are often seen as an opportunity for families and friends to come together, share stories, and enjoy each other's company.
|-


One interesting aspect of Armenian dining culture is the concept of "mezze" or "mezze-style" dining, which refers to a spread of small, flavorful dishes served as appetizers or as part of the main meal. Mezze dishes can include a variety of salads, dips, cheeses, and grilled vegetables, and are meant to be shared among the diners. This communal style of eating fosters a sense of togetherness and creates a lively and interactive dining experience.
| Շնորհակալություն || Shnorhakalut'yun || Thank you.


Armenians also take pride in their traditional dishes, many of which have been passed down through generations. Some popular Armenian dishes include:
|-


* Խորովութիւն (khorovootyoon) - Grilled meat, often marinated in a flavorful blend of spices.
| Կարո՞ղ եք ինձ տալ սպասարկման գումարը? || Karoogh yek indz tal spasarkman's gumary? || Can you give me the service charge?
* Աղավնաձուկ (aghav-nadzook) - Stuffed fish, typically made with a mixture of herbs, onions, and rice.
* Իշխանաց սուջուխ (ishkhanats soojoogh) - Trout cooked in a traditional Armenian sauce made with tomatoes, onions, and various herbs.
* Քարոտ (karot) - A type of Armenian flatbread, usually served with cheese, herbs, or meat.


These dishes, along with many others, showcase the diverse flavors and culinary traditions of Armenia. So, don't miss the opportunity to explore the local cuisine and savor the unique tastes when you're dining out in Armenia.
|-


== Practice Scenarios ==
| Ես ուզում եմ բաժանել հաշիվը || Yes uzum yem bajanel hashiv@ || I would like to split the bill.


Now, let's practice what we've learned in some real-life scenarios. Imagine you are dining at a restaurant in Armenia and try to respond to the following situations:
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Scenario 1:
| Գիտե՞ք, եթե ես ավելացնեմ տիպ || Gitegh, yete yes avelacnem tip || Do you know if I can add a tip?
Waiter: Բարև, ունե՞ք սպանաւոր:
You: Բարև, ոչ, բայց ունեմ կանաչ սպանաւոր:
Waiter: Այո, կ՚պարունակե՞մ կարմիրիներով կամ սպիտակիներով:
You: Սպիտակիներով, խաղողական սկովութիւնով ձուկով կամայականաչ.


Scenario 2:
|-
Waiter: Ո՞րտեղ կատարե՛ք:
You: Ես կ՚պարունակեմ աղավնաձուկ ոսպիկով եւ սախտաշատութիւնով խորովութիւնով:
Waiter: Վաղ կտամ գտնեմ ձեզ համար:


Scenario 3:
| Ի՞նչ է սպասարկման գումարը || Inch' e spasarkman's gumary? || What is the service charge?
Waiter: Խոհարար, թուլատում ե՞ք:
You: Ես վճարում եմ փոխարժեքով:
Waiter: Շատ շնորհակալ եմ:


== Solutions and Explanations ==
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Scenario 1:
== Discussing Food Preferences and Dietary Restrictions ==
Waiter: Բարև, ունե՞ք սպանաւոր.
Translation: Hello, do you have a reservation?
You: Բարև, ոչ, բայց ունեմ կանաչ սպանաւոր.
Translation: Hello, no, but I have a small reservation.


In this scenario, the waiter greets you and asks if you have a reservation. You respond by saying that you don't have a reservation but you have a small reservation, indicating that you would like a table.
It’s crucial to express your food preferences and any dietary restrictions clearly. Here are some phrases that will come in handy:


Scenario 2:
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Waiter: Ո՞րտեղ կատարե՛ք.
Translation: Where would you like to sit?
You: Ես կ՚պարունակեմ աղավնաձուկ ոսպիկով եւ սախտաշատութիւնով խորովութիւնով.
Translation: I would like to have stuffed fish with rice and a lot of vegetables.


In this scenario, the waiter asks where you would like to sit. You respond by saying that you would like to have a specific dish, indicating your food preference and dietary requirements.
! Armenian !! Pronunciation !! English


Scenario 3:
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Waiter: Խոհարար, թուլատում ե՞ք.
Translation: Waiter, are you ready to order?
You: Ես վճարում եմ փոխարժեքով.
Translation: I am paying with the bill.


In this scenario, the waiter asks if you are ready to order. Instead of ordering, you inform the waiter that you are ready to pay the bill.
| Ես վեգան եմ || Yes vegan yem || I am vegan.


== Conclusion ==
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Congratulations! You have successfully learned useful vocabulary for eating out in Armenia. By mastering these phrases and expressions, you will be able to confidently navigate restaurants, cafes, and other dining establishments in Armenia. Remember to practice your pronunciation and engage in conversations with locals to further enhance your language skills.
| Ես մսակեր եմ || Yes msaker yem || I am vegetarian.


Armenian cuisine is not just about the food; it is a reflection of the country's rich culture, traditions, and hospitality. So, embrace the opportunity to try traditional Armenian dishes, experience the warmth of Armenian hospitality, and savor the unique flavors of this beautiful country.
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Շնորհակալ եմ առաջարկումը: (Thank you for your attention.)
| Ես ալերգիա ունեմ || Yes alerjya unem || I have an allergy.
 
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| Ես չգիտեմ, թե ինչ պետք է ուտեմ || Yes ch'git'em, te inch petq e ut'em || I don’t know what I should eat.
 
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| Կարո՞ղ եք ինձ օգնել ընտրել || Karoogh yek indz ognel yndrel? || Can you help me choose?
 
|-
 
| Ես ուզում եմ առողջ սնունդ || Yes uzum yem azhrogh snund || I want healthy food.
 
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| Ի՞նչ է ձեր ամենասիրելի ուտեստը || Inch' e dzer amenasiréli utesdë? || What is your favorite dish?
 
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| Ես սիրում եմ համեղ ուտեստներ || Yes sirum yem hamegh utesdner || I love tasty dishes.
 
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| Ես չեմ սիրում համեղ ճաշ || Yes ch'em sirum hamegh jash || I don’t like delicious food.
 
|-
 
| Ես ուզում եմ փորձել տեղական ուտեստներ || Yes uzum yem vorts'el teghakan utesdner || I want to try local dishes.
 
|}
 
== Practice Exercises ==
 
Now that you have learned the vocabulary and phrases, let’s put your knowledge to the test! Below are some engaging exercises to help reinforce what you’ve learned.
 
=== Exercise 1: Fill in the Blanks ===
 
Complete the following sentences using the vocabulary provided.
 
1. Ես ուզում եմ _________ (order) մի բաժակ ջուր։
 
2. Կարո՞ղ եք ինձ _________ (bring) հաշիվը։
 
3. Ես _________ (not eat) միս։
 
4. Ի՞նչ եք _________ (recommend)։
 
''Solutions:''
 
1. պատվիրել (patvirél)
 
2. բերել (berel)
 
3. չեմ ուտում (ch'em utum)
 
4. խորհուրդ տալիս (khorhurd talis)
 
=== Exercise 2: Matching Phrases ===
 
Match the Armenian phrases with the correct English translations.
 
1. Ես վեգան եմ (A) I am vegetarian.
 
2. Ես ալերգիա ունեմ (B) I am vegan.
 
3. Կարո՞ղ եք ինձ օգնել ընտրել (C) Can you help me choose?
 
4. Ես չեմ սիրում համեղ ճաշ (D) I don’t like delicious food.
 
''Solutions:''
 
1-B
 
2-A
 
3-C
 
4-D
 
=== Exercise 3: Translation Practice ===
 
Translate the following sentences into Armenian.
 
1. I would like to try local dishes.
 
2. What is your favorite dish?
 
3. Can you tell me what this dish is?
 
4. The bill, please.
 
''Solutions:''
 
1. Ես ուզում եմ փորձել տեղական ուտեստներ (Yes uzum yem vorts'el teghakan utesdner).
 
2. Ի՞նչ է ձեր ամենասիրելի ուտեստը (Inch' e dzer amenasiréli utesdë)?
 
3. Կարո՞ղ եք ինձ ասել, թե ինչ է այս ուտեստը (Karoogh yek indz asel, te inch e ays utesdë)?
 
4. Հաշիվ, խնդրում եմ (Hashiv, khndrum yem).
 
=== Exercise 4: Role Play Scenario ===
 
Imagine you are at a restaurant in Armenia. Write a short dialogue between you and the waiter, using at least five phrases you learned in this lesson.
 
''Example:''
 
You: Բարև, կարող եք ինձ ասել, թե ինչ է այս ուտեստը?
 
Waiter: Այո, սա համեղ է, մսով է պատրաստված:
 
You: Ես ուզում եմ պատվիրել դա, խնդրում եմ՝ մեկ բաժակ ջուր:
 
=== Exercise 5: True or False ===
 
Determine whether the following statements are true or false.
 
1. "հաշիվ" means "menu" (False)
 
2. "մատուցող" refers to a waiter (True)
 
3. "նյութ" means "food" (False)
 
4. "բանջարեղեն" means "vegetables" (True)
 
=== Exercise 6: Create Your Menu ===
 
Write a simple menu for a fictional Armenian restaurant, including at least three appetizers, three main courses, and three desserts. Use the vocabulary you’ve learned.
 
''Example Menu:''
 
* '''Appetizers:'''
 
* Ախորժակ (Akhorejak) - Appetizer
 
* Աղցան (Akhczan) - Salad
 
* Պանիր (Panir) - Cheese
 
* '''Main Courses:'''
 
* Հիմնական ուտեստ (Himnakan utesd) - Main Course
 
* Ձուկ (Dzuk) - Fish
 
* Միս (Mis) - Meat
 
* '''Desserts:'''
 
* Քաղցր (Khaghzr) - Dessert
 
* Շոկոլադ (Shokolad) - Chocolate
 
* Մրգեր (Mrger) - Fruits
 
=== Exercise 7: Vocabulary Quiz ===
 
Choose the correct Armenian word for the following English terms:
 
1. Appetizer
 
* A) աղցան
 
* B) ախորժակ
 
2. Waiter
 
* A) մատուցող
 
* B) մատուցողուհի
 
''Solutions:''
 
1-B (ախորժակ)
 
2-A (մատուցող)
 
=== Exercise 8: Fill in the Conversation ===
 
Fill in the blanks in the following conversation with the correct vocabulary:
 
You: Բարև, _________ (I would like to order) ախորժակ։
 
Waiter: Ինչպես _________ (is this dish prepared)?
 
You: Ես _________ (don’t eat) միս։
 
''Solutions:''
 
1. Ես ուզում եմ պատվիրել (Yes uzum yem patvirél)
 
2. ինչպես պատրաստված է (inch'pes patrasvats e)
 
3. չեմ ուտում (ch'em utum)
 
=== Exercise 9: Picture Description ===
 
Describe a traditional Armenian meal using at least ten vocabulary words you learned.
 
''Example:''
 
In a traditional Armenian meal, you might find '''հաց''' (bread), '''միս''' (meat), and '''բանջարեղեն''' (vegetables) served with '''համեղ''' (tasty) '''աղցան''' (salad) and '''աքլոր''' (chicken).
 
=== Exercise 10: Personal Reflection ===
 
Write a short paragraph about your favorite Armenian dish using the vocabulary you learned in this lesson.
 
''Example:''
 
My favorite Armenian dish is '''Խոսոր''' (khosor), a delicious '''փռովի''' (grilled) meat dish. I love to eat it with fresh '''բանջարեղեն''' (vegetables) and a side of '''համեղ''' (tasty) '''հաց''' (bread).
 
By practicing these exercises, you will become more comfortable using your new vocabulary in real-life dining situations.
 
Congratulations on completing this lesson on '''Eating Out'''! You are well on your way to confidently navigating the Armenian dining scene.


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Armenian → Vocabulary → 0 to A1 Course → Eating Out

Welcome to our lesson on Eating Out! This lesson is particularly exciting because dining is such a significant part of Armenian culture. Sharing meals is a way for families and friends to bond, and it often involves delicious food that reflects our rich heritage. Whether you’re visiting Armenia or just want to impress your Armenian friends, knowing how to navigate a restaurant is essential. In this lesson, we will cover useful vocabulary for ordering food, asking for the bill, and discussing your dietary preferences.

Here’s what you can expect to learn in this lesson:

Importance of Dining Vocabulary[edit | edit source]

Being able to communicate effectively in a restaurant setting will enhance your experience, whether you’re trying traditional dishes or exploring contemporary cuisine. Knowing how to express your likes, dislikes, and dietary restrictions will not only make your dining experience smoother but also allow you to engage with the locals.

Lesson Structure[edit | edit source]

1. Key Vocabulary for Eating Out

2. Useful Phrases for Ordering Food

3. Asking for the Bill and Making Payments

4. Discussing Food Preferences and Dietary Restrictions

5. Practice Exercises

Key Vocabulary for Eating Out[edit | edit source]

Let’s dive into some essential vocabulary that will be useful when dining out in Armenia. Below is a table of common words and phrases you will encounter.

Armenian Pronunciation English
ախորժակ akhorjak appetizer
աղցան akhczan salad
հիմնական ուտեստ himnakan utesd main course
քաղցր khaghzr dessert
ըմպելիք ymberik drink
սեղան seghan table
մատուցող matutsogh waiter
մատուցողուհի matutsoghuhi waitress
հաշիվ hashiv bill
պատվիրել patvirél to order
սպասել spasel to wait
համտեսել hamtesel to taste
պանիր panir cheese
միս mis meat
ձուկ dzuk fish
բանջարեղեն banjaréghen vegetables
հաց hats bread
աղ agh salt
պղպեղ pghpegh pepper
յուղ yugh oil
ջուր jur water

Useful Phrases for Ordering Food[edit | edit source]

When you are ready to order, it’s important to know the right phrases to use. Here are some useful expressions that will help you communicate effectively with the staff.

Armenian Pronunciation English
Ես ուզում եմ պատվիրել... Yes uzum yem patvirél... I would like to order...
Ի՞նչ եք խորհուրդ տալիս Inch' ek khorhurd talis? What do you recommend?
Ես մսեղեն չեմ ուտում Yes mseghen ch'em utum I don’t eat meat.
Կարո՞ղ եք ինձ ասել, թե ինչ է այս ուտեստը Karoogh yek indz asel, te inch e ays utesdë? Can you tell me what this dish is?
Ինչպես պատրաստված է այս ուտեստը? Inch'pes patrasvats e ays utesdë? How is this dish prepared?
Ես ուզում եմ ավելացնել... Yes uzum yem avelacnel... I would like to add...
Կարո՞ղ եք ինձ բերել... Karoogh yek indz berel...? Can you bring me...?
Ես կփորձեմ... Yes k'porcem... I will try...
Սա շատ համեղ է Sa shat hamegh e This is very tasty.
Ես ուզում եմ մի բաժակ ջուր Yes uzum yem mi bajak jur I would like a glass of water.

Asking for the Bill and Making Payments[edit | edit source]

After enjoying a delightful meal, you’ll need to ask for the bill. Here are phrases that will help you do just that:

Armenian Pronunciation English
Կարո՞ղ եք ինձ բերել հաշիվը? Karoogh yek indz berel hashiv@? Can you bring me the bill?
Հաշիվ, խնդրում եմ Hashiv, khndrum yem The bill, please.
Ես կվճարեմ քարտով Yes k'vcharem kartov I will pay by card.
Ես վճարում եմ cash Yes vch'aru yem cash I am paying in cash.
Այստեղ կարելի է վճարել? Aystegh kareli e vcharel? Is it possible to pay here?
Շնորհակալություն Shnorhakalut'yun Thank you.
Կարո՞ղ եք ինձ տալ սպասարկման գումարը? Karoogh yek indz tal spasarkman's gumary? Can you give me the service charge?
Ես ուզում եմ բաժանել հաշիվը Yes uzum yem bajanel hashiv@ I would like to split the bill.
Գիտե՞ք, եթե ես ավելացնեմ տիպ Gitegh, yete yes avelacnem tip Do you know if I can add a tip?
Ի՞նչ է սպասարկման գումարը Inch' e spasarkman's gumary? What is the service charge?

Discussing Food Preferences and Dietary Restrictions[edit | edit source]

It’s crucial to express your food preferences and any dietary restrictions clearly. Here are some phrases that will come in handy:

Armenian Pronunciation English
Ես վեգան եմ Yes vegan yem I am vegan.
Ես մսակեր եմ Yes msaker yem I am vegetarian.
Ես ալերգիա ունեմ Yes alerjya unem I have an allergy.
Ես չգիտեմ, թե ինչ պետք է ուտեմ Yes ch'git'em, te inch petq e ut'em I don’t know what I should eat.
Կարո՞ղ եք ինձ օգնել ընտրել Karoogh yek indz ognel yndrel? Can you help me choose?
Ես ուզում եմ առողջ սնունդ Yes uzum yem azhrogh snund I want healthy food.
Ի՞նչ է ձեր ամենասիրելի ուտեստը Inch' e dzer amenasiréli utesdë? What is your favorite dish?
Ես սիրում եմ համեղ ուտեստներ Yes sirum yem hamegh utesdner I love tasty dishes.
Ես չեմ սիրում համեղ ճաշ Yes ch'em sirum hamegh jash I don’t like delicious food.
Ես ուզում եմ փորձել տեղական ուտեստներ Yes uzum yem vorts'el teghakan utesdner I want to try local dishes.

Practice Exercises[edit | edit source]

Now that you have learned the vocabulary and phrases, let’s put your knowledge to the test! Below are some engaging exercises to help reinforce what you’ve learned.

Exercise 1: Fill in the Blanks[edit | edit source]

Complete the following sentences using the vocabulary provided.

1. Ես ուզում եմ _________ (order) մի բաժակ ջուր։

2. Կարո՞ղ եք ինձ _________ (bring) հաշիվը։

3. Ես _________ (not eat) միս։

4. Ի՞նչ եք _________ (recommend)։

Solutions:

1. պատվիրել (patvirél)

2. բերել (berel)

3. չեմ ուտում (ch'em utum)

4. խորհուրդ տալիս (khorhurd talis)

Exercise 2: Matching Phrases[edit | edit source]

Match the Armenian phrases with the correct English translations.

1. Ես վեգան եմ (A) I am vegetarian.

2. Ես ալերգիա ունեմ (B) I am vegan.

3. Կարո՞ղ եք ինձ օգնել ընտրել (C) Can you help me choose?

4. Ես չեմ սիրում համեղ ճաշ (D) I don’t like delicious food.

Solutions:

1-B

2-A

3-C

4-D

Exercise 3: Translation Practice[edit | edit source]

Translate the following sentences into Armenian.

1. I would like to try local dishes.

2. What is your favorite dish?

3. Can you tell me what this dish is?

4. The bill, please.

Solutions:

1. Ես ուզում եմ փորձել տեղական ուտեստներ (Yes uzum yem vorts'el teghakan utesdner).

2. Ի՞նչ է ձեր ամենասիրելի ուտեստը (Inch' e dzer amenasiréli utesdë)?

3. Կարո՞ղ եք ինձ ասել, թե ինչ է այս ուտեստը (Karoogh yek indz asel, te inch e ays utesdë)?

4. Հաշիվ, խնդրում եմ (Hashiv, khndrum yem).

Exercise 4: Role Play Scenario[edit | edit source]

Imagine you are at a restaurant in Armenia. Write a short dialogue between you and the waiter, using at least five phrases you learned in this lesson.

Example:

You: Բարև, կարող եք ինձ ասել, թե ինչ է այս ուտեստը?

Waiter: Այո, սա համեղ է, մսով է պատրաստված:

You: Ես ուզում եմ պատվիրել դա, խնդրում եմ՝ մեկ բաժակ ջուր:

Exercise 5: True or False[edit | edit source]

Determine whether the following statements are true or false.

1. "հաշիվ" means "menu" (False)

2. "մատուցող" refers to a waiter (True)

3. "նյութ" means "food" (False)

4. "բանջարեղեն" means "vegetables" (True)

Exercise 6: Create Your Menu[edit | edit source]

Write a simple menu for a fictional Armenian restaurant, including at least three appetizers, three main courses, and three desserts. Use the vocabulary you’ve learned.

Example Menu:

  • Appetizers:
  • Ախորժակ (Akhorejak) - Appetizer
  • Աղցան (Akhczan) - Salad
  • Պանիր (Panir) - Cheese
  • Main Courses:
  • Հիմնական ուտեստ (Himnakan utesd) - Main Course
  • Ձուկ (Dzuk) - Fish
  • Միս (Mis) - Meat
  • Desserts:
  • Քաղցր (Khaghzr) - Dessert
  • Շոկոլադ (Shokolad) - Chocolate
  • Մրգեր (Mrger) - Fruits

Exercise 7: Vocabulary Quiz[edit | edit source]

Choose the correct Armenian word for the following English terms:

1. Appetizer

  • A) աղցան
  • B) ախորժակ

2. Waiter

  • A) մատուցող
  • B) մատուցողուհի

Solutions:

1-B (ախորժակ)

2-A (մատուցող)

Exercise 8: Fill in the Conversation[edit | edit source]

Fill in the blanks in the following conversation with the correct vocabulary:

You: Բարև, _________ (I would like to order) ախորժակ։

Waiter: Ինչպես _________ (is this dish prepared)?

You: Ես _________ (don’t eat) միս։

Solutions:

1. Ես ուզում եմ պատվիրել (Yes uzum yem patvirél)

2. ինչպես պատրաստված է (inch'pes patrasvats e)

3. չեմ ուտում (ch'em utum)

Exercise 9: Picture Description[edit | edit source]

Describe a traditional Armenian meal using at least ten vocabulary words you learned.

Example:

In a traditional Armenian meal, you might find հաց (bread), միս (meat), and բանջարեղեն (vegetables) served with համեղ (tasty) աղցան (salad) and աքլոր (chicken).

Exercise 10: Personal Reflection[edit | edit source]

Write a short paragraph about your favorite Armenian dish using the vocabulary you learned in this lesson.

Example:

My favorite Armenian dish is Խոսոր (khosor), a delicious փռովի (grilled) meat dish. I love to eat it with fresh բանջարեղեն (vegetables) and a side of համեղ (tasty) հաց (bread).

By practicing these exercises, you will become more comfortable using your new vocabulary in real-life dining situations.

Congratulations on completing this lesson on Eating Out! You are well on your way to confidently navigating the Armenian dining scene.

Table of Contents - Armenian Course - 0 to A1[edit source]


Greetings and Introductions


Alphabet and Pronunciation


Numbers and Time


Basic Sentence Structure


Family and Relationships


Nouns and Pronouns


Food and Dining


Verbs and Tenses


Travel and Transportation


Adjectives and Adverbs


Armenian Traditions and Customs

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