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Hi [https://polyglotclub.com/language/maltese Maltese] learners! 😊<br>In this lesson, we will learn the most important Maltese words related to drinks. Knowing these words will help you to order drinks in a restaurant or bar, and to understand what people are talking about when they mention drinks. __TOC__


Drinks are an important part of Maltese culture, and there are many different types of drinks that are popular in Malta. In this lesson, we will focus on the most common drinks that you will encounter in Malta.  
Hi [https://polyglotclub.com/language/maltese Maltese] learners! 😊<br>In this lesson, we will learn the vocabulary for drinks in Maltese. Drinks are an essential part of Maltese culture, and the language has a rich variety of words for different kinds of beverages. Let's dive in and expand our Maltese vocabulary! Don't forget, to improve your Maltese Vocabulary, you can use the [https://polyglotclub.com Polyglot Club] website. [https://polyglotclub.com/find-friends.php?search=send&d=0&f=36&offre1=81 Find native speakers] and ask them any [https://polyglotclub.com/language/maltese/question questions]!<br>
 
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== Maltese Drinks ==
 
=== Beer ===
Beer is one of the most popular drinks in Malta. There are several local brands of beer, including Cisk, Hopleaf, and Blue Label.  
 
=== Wine ===
Wine is also very popular in Malta. The most popular wines are from Italy, France, and Spain.  
 
=== Spirits ===
Spirits are also popular in Malta. Popular spirits include gin, vodka, and whiskey.
 
=== Soft Drinks ===
Soft drinks are also popular in Malta. Popular soft drinks include Coca-Cola, Fanta, and Sprite.  
 
=== Water ===
Water is also an important part of the Maltese diet. Tap water is safe to drink in Malta, and bottled water is also widely available.  
 
== Examples ==
Here are some examples of how to use these words in sentences:


== Beverages ==
Malta has a rich diversity of beverages, including hot beverages, soft drinks, and alcoholic beverages. Here is a list of the most common beverages, along with their translations.
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! Maltese !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
| te || t-eh || tea
|-
| kafè || ka-fay || coffee
|-
| ħalib || ħa-leeb || milk
|-
| ilma || il-ma || water
|-
| ilma kiesaħ || il-ma kee-sa-h || cold water
|-
| għasel || aa-sel || honey
|-
| luminata || loo-min-ah-tah || lemonade
|-
|-
! Maltese !! Pronunciation !! English Translation
| xarba friska || shar-bah frisk-a || cold drink
|-
|-
| il-bieb || eel-bee-eb || beer
| kola || kol-a || cola
|-
|-
| il-vin || eel-veen || wine
| meraq tal-larinġ || meh-raq tahl-lah-rin-ch || orange juice
|-
|-
| il-spiriti || eel-spee-ree-tee || spirits
| xorb || shorb || drink
|-
|-
| il-drinki mhux alkoholiku || eel-dreen-kee moo-ks al-ko-ho-lee-koo || non-alcoholic drinks
| birra || bir-rah || beer
|-
|-
| il-mara || eel-ma-ra || water
| inbid || in-beed || wine
|}
|}
== Important Words and Phrases ==
If you want to order a drink or discuss beverages, here are some important words and phrases you should know.
* Jekk jogħġbok - "Please"
* Grazzi - "Thank you"
* Jien nixtieq"..." - "I'll have..."
* Saħħa- "Cheers!"
* Il-kont, jekk jogħġbok- "The bill, please"
* B’xejn - "For free"
* Mhux alkoħoliku - "Non-alcoholic"
* Skużani - "Excuse me"
* Ħallini nixtri/ nagħmel ordni - "Let me order / make an order"


* ''Aħna qed nieħdu bieb'' - We are having beer.
Here's an example dialogue to help you understand these phrases:
* ''Għandi t-tnejn ta' vin'' - I have two glasses of wine.
* ''Għandi spiritu għal-kumpliment'' - I have a spirit for a compliment.
* ''Għandek bżonn drink mhux alkoholiku?'' - Do you need a non-alcoholic drink?
* ''Għandek bżonn mara?'' - Do you need water?


== Practice ==
* Person 1: Tibgħatli x’għandek, jekk jogħġbok. ("Could you send me your menu, please?")
To improve your [[Language/Maltese|Maltese]] [[Language/Maltese/Vocabulary|Vocabulary]], you can also use the [https://polyglotclub.com Polyglot Club] website. [https://polyglotclub.com/find-friends.php?search=send&d=0&f=36&offre1=81 Find native speakers] and ask them any [https://polyglotclub.com/language/maltese/question questions]!
* Person 2:  Jien nixtieq tazza inbid (abjad/ahmar), jekk jogħġbok. ("I would like a glass of (white/red) wine, please.")
* Person 3: Xarba friska mhux alkoħolika . ("Non-alcoholic cold drink.")
* Waiter: Kollox hu skond il-gosti tiegħek! ("All according to your taste!")
* Person 1: Grazzi. Il-kont, jekk jogħġbok. ("Thank you. The bill, please.")
 
It is always handy to know some basic conversational phrases when ordering drinks in Maltese.
 
== Fun Facts ==
Did you know that Malta has its own local wine? The Maltese wine industry dates back to Roman times, with the Maltese islands being a noteworthy producer of wine throughout the ages. The local variety of Maltese wine is called "Girgentina," named after a grape variety that is unique to Malta.
 
Another fascinating fact is that during the hot summer months, Maltese people often drink and serve a refreshing homemade lemonade called "Kinnie," which has a taste quite similar to bitter orange soda.
 
== In Conclusion ==
We hope that this lesson has expanded your Maltese vocabulary related to beverages. Keep practicing these words and phrases whenever you can, and remember to try and speak Maltese whenever possible with native speakers. To learn more Maltese vocabulary and phrases, check out the [[:Language/Maltese/Vocabulary|Vocabulary]] section on the Polyglot Club website. Grazzi! 😊<br>


<hr>➡ If you have any questions, please ask them in the comments section below.<br>➡ Feel free to edit this wiki page if you think it can be improved. 😎
<hr>➡ If you have any questions, please ask them in the comments section below.<br>➡ Feel free to edit this wiki page if you think it can be improved. 😎
== Sources ==
* [https://www.maltatoday.com.mt/lifestyle/food/96867/how_to_drink_wine_in_malta Malta Today - How to drink wine in Malta]
* [https://www.travelcaffeine.com/malta-lemonade-soda-kinnie-maltas-other-most-popular-drink/ Travel Caffeine - Malta's Other Most Popular Drink]


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* [[Language/Maltese/Vocabulary/Education|Education]]
* [[Language/Maltese/Vocabulary/Seasons|Seasons]]
* [[Language/Maltese/Vocabulary/Months-of-the-Year|Months of the Year]]
* [[Language/Maltese/Vocabulary/Fruits|Fruits]]
* [[Language/Maltese/Vocabulary/Health|Health]]
* [[Language/Maltese/Vocabulary/Time-ħin|Time ħin]]
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* [[Language/Maltese/Vocabulary/Numbers|Numbers]]
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Maltese Vocabulary - Drinks

Hi Maltese learners! 😊
In this lesson, we will learn the vocabulary for drinks in Maltese. Drinks are an essential part of Maltese culture, and the language has a rich variety of words for different kinds of beverages. Let's dive in and expand our Maltese vocabulary! Don't forget, to improve your Maltese Vocabulary, you can use the Polyglot Club website. Find native speakers and ask them any questions!

Beverages[edit | edit source]

Malta has a rich diversity of beverages, including hot beverages, soft drinks, and alcoholic beverages. Here is a list of the most common beverages, along with their translations.

Maltese Pronunciation English
te t-eh tea
kafè ka-fay coffee
ħalib ħa-leeb milk
ilma il-ma water
ilma kiesaħ il-ma kee-sa-h cold water
għasel aa-sel honey
luminata loo-min-ah-tah lemonade
xarba friska shar-bah frisk-a cold drink
kola kol-a cola
meraq tal-larinġ meh-raq tahl-lah-rin-ch orange juice
xorb shorb drink
birra bir-rah beer
inbid in-beed wine

Important Words and Phrases[edit | edit source]

If you want to order a drink or discuss beverages, here are some important words and phrases you should know.

  • Jekk jogħġbok - "Please"
  • Grazzi - "Thank you"
  • Jien nixtieq"..." - "I'll have..."
  • Saħħa- "Cheers!"
  • Il-kont, jekk jogħġbok- "The bill, please"
  • B’xejn - "For free"
  • Mhux alkoħoliku - "Non-alcoholic"
  • Skużani - "Excuse me"
  • Ħallini nixtri/ nagħmel ordni - "Let me order / make an order"

Here's an example dialogue to help you understand these phrases:

  • Person 1: Tibgħatli x’għandek, jekk jogħġbok. ("Could you send me your menu, please?")
  • Person 2: Jien nixtieq tazza inbid (abjad/ahmar), jekk jogħġbok. ("I would like a glass of (white/red) wine, please.")
  • Person 3: Xarba friska mhux alkoħolika . ("Non-alcoholic cold drink.")
  • Waiter: Kollox hu skond il-gosti tiegħek! ("All according to your taste!")
  • Person 1: Grazzi. Il-kont, jekk jogħġbok. ("Thank you. The bill, please.")

It is always handy to know some basic conversational phrases when ordering drinks in Maltese.

Fun Facts[edit | edit source]

Did you know that Malta has its own local wine? The Maltese wine industry dates back to Roman times, with the Maltese islands being a noteworthy producer of wine throughout the ages. The local variety of Maltese wine is called "Girgentina," named after a grape variety that is unique to Malta.

Another fascinating fact is that during the hot summer months, Maltese people often drink and serve a refreshing homemade lemonade called "Kinnie," which has a taste quite similar to bitter orange soda.

In Conclusion[edit | edit source]

We hope that this lesson has expanded your Maltese vocabulary related to beverages. Keep practicing these words and phrases whenever you can, and remember to try and speak Maltese whenever possible with native speakers. To learn more Maltese vocabulary and phrases, check out the Vocabulary section on the Polyglot Club website. Grazzi! 😊

➡ If you have any questions, please ask them in the comments section below.
➡ Feel free to edit this wiki page if you think it can be improved. 😎

Sources[edit | edit source]

Other Lessons[edit | edit source]

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