Language/Armenian/Vocabulary/Food-and-Drinks
In this lesson, I will introduce you to some basic Armenian vocabulary terms used when discussing food and drinks. Armenians love their cuisine, and it is an essential part of their culture. So, let's familiarize ourselves with the terms to prepare for the time when we can visit Armenia and enjoy their delicious food!
Basic Food Vocabulary
Here are some of the most commonly used food items:
Armenian | Pronunciation | English |
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աղ | agh | fish |
մսամբ | msamb | beef |
այլ | ayl | chicken |
կարկանդի | karkandi | carrot |
տաքդեղ | takdegh | tomato |
հաց | hats | bread |
ձուկ | juk | cucumber |
խոհանոց | khohanots | kitchen |
Fruits and Vegetables
When it comes to fruits and vegetables, Armenians love to include them in their dishes. Here are some of the most commonly used items:
Armenian | Pronunciation | English |
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բանակ | banak | apple |
կապիկ | kapik | pepper |
շուն | shun | dogwood berry |
կարմիր | karmir | red |
խնձոր | khndzor | pear |
պղպեղ | pghpegh | watermelon |
խամբ | khamb | grape |
բանձրակ | banjrrak | apricot |
Beverages
Armenians enjoy a good drink with their meals. Below are some common beverages:
Armenian | Pronunciation | English |
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ջուր | jur | water |
ընկույզ | engkuyz | coffee |
խմբագիր | khmbagir | juice |
գազան | gazan | soda |
թեյ | tey | tea |
ինչ որ բան | inch vor ban | something alcoholic |
գիմմ | gimm | beer |
կիսված ջուր | kisvats jur | ice tea or lemonade |
Now that you know some of the essential food and drink terms, you can confidently order off a menu or grocery shop in Armenia. Keep practicing your vocabulary as we move on to other Armenian Lessons!
Related Lessons
- Family Members and Relationships
- Transportation
- Fruits
- Count from 1 to 10
- Vocabulary for the Past Tense
- Animal
- Numbers and Counting
- Business Terms
- Days O'rer Օրեր
- Idiomatic Phrases
Sources
Videos
Daily Armenian conversation. Order food at a restaurant - YouTube