Language/Sudanese-arabic/Vocabulary/Drinks
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In this lesson, we will learn the Sudanese Arabic vocabulary related to drinks. Beverages are a very important part of Sudanese culture. Sudanese tea and coffee are world-famous for their unique flavor and the way they are prepared.
Common beverages
In this section, we will learn the most common Sudanese Arabic drinks.
Tea
Sudanese tea is also known as Chai. It is a strong and sweet black tea, served with milk and sugar. It is usually served in small glasses instead of teacups. Sudanese people usually serve tea to their guests when they visit, as a sign of hospitality.
| Sudanese Arabic | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| ุดุงู | shaay | Tea |
Dialogue:
- Person 1: ุดุงู ูู ูุถููุ (Shay fy fadlak?) - Can I offer you some tea?
- Person 2: ูุงุ ุดูุฑุง. (La, shukran.) - No, thank you.
Coffee
Sudanese coffee is also known as Arabian coffee. It is a strong coffee served with cardamom and sugar. Unlike other types of coffee, Sudanese coffee is not filtered but boiled. Sudanese people usually serve coffee to their guests when they visit, as a sign of hospitality.
| Sudanese Arabic | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| ูููุฉ | ahwa | Coffee |
Dialogue:
- Person 1: ูููุฉ ูู ูุถููุ (Ahwa fy fadlak?) - Can I offer you some coffee?
- Person 2: ูุนู ุ ุดูุฑุง. (Na'am, shukran.) - Yes, please.
Lemonade
Lemonade is a refreshing drink made with lemon, water, and sugar. It is a popular drink during summertime or when it is hot outside. Some Sudanese people also add mint leaves to their lemonade for an extra flavor.
| Sudanese Arabic | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| ููู ูู ุจุงููุนูุงุน | limoon bil na'naa' | Lemonade with mint |
Dialogue:
- Person 1: ููู ูู ุจุงููุนูุงุน ูู ูุถููุ (Limoon bil na'naa' fy fadlak?) - Can I offer you some lemonade with mint?
- Person 2: ูุนู ุ ุดูุฑุง. (Na'am, shukran.) - Yes, please.
Alcoholic beverages
In this section, we will learn the most common Sudanese Arabic alcoholic drinks.
Merissa
Merissa is a Sudanese traditional fermented drink made from sorghum or corn. It is similar to beer but has a sour taste. It is a popular drink during weddings and celebrations. Merissa is also used as a remedy for some stomach problems.
| Sudanese Arabic | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| ู ุฑุตูุต | murasuuS | Merissa |
Dialogue:
- Person 1: ุชุดุฑุจ ู ุฑุตูุตุ (Tashrab murasuuS?) - Do you drink Merissa?
- Person 2: ูุนู ุ ุฃุญุจ ู ุฑุตูุต. (Na'am, ohibu murasuuS.) - Yes, I like Merissa.
Aragi
Aragi is a Sudanese traditional alcoholic drink made from dates. It is a sweet and strong drink, similar to rum or whiskey. It is a popular drink during weddings and celebrations. Aragi is also used as a remedy for some stomach problems.
| Sudanese Arabic | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| ุนุฑูู | 'argii | Aragi |
Dialogue:
- Person 1: ูู ุชุดุชุฑู ุนุฑููุ (Hal tachtaree 'argii?) - Do you buy Aragi?
- Person 2: ูุงุ ูุง ุฃุดุชุฑู ุนุฑูู. (La, la ashtaree 'argii.) - No, I don't buy Aragi.
Conclusion
These are the most common drinks in Sudanese Arabic. If you want to improve your Sudanese Arabic skills, you can check out our Arabic [1] section to learn more words related to drinks.
Don't forget that Sudanese people are very hospitable. If you visit Sudan, you will most likely be offered tea or coffee as a sign of welcome. If you have any questions, please ask them in the comments section below.
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