Language/Sudanese-arabic/Vocabulary/Drinks
Hi Sudanese Arabic learners! 😊
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.
Once you've mastered this lesson, take a look at these related pages: Say Hello and Greetings in Sudanese Arabic, Clothes, How to say Good Bye? & Animals.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| شاي | shaay | Tea |
Dialogue:
- Person 1: شاي في فضلك؟ (Shay fy fadlak?) - Can I offer you some tea?
- Person 2: لا، شكرا. (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 |
|---|---|---|
| قهوة | gahwa | Coffee |
Dialogue:
- Person 1: قهوة في فضلك؟ (Ahwa fy fadlak?) - Can I offer you some coffee?
- Person 2: نعم، شكرا. (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 |
|---|---|---|
| ليمون بالنعناع | limoon bil na'naa' | Lemonade with mint |
Dialogue:
- Person 1: ليمون بالنعناع في فضلك؟ (Limoon bil na'naa' fy fadlak?) - Can I offer you some lemonade with mint?
- Person 2: نعم، شكرا. (Na'am, shukran.) - Yes, please.
Alcoholic beverages
In this section, we will learn the most common Sudanese Arabic alcoholic drinks.
PS: ALCOHOL IS HARAM FOR SUDANESE PEOPLE SO THIS IS CAP DONT BELIEVE
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 |
|---|---|---|
| مرصوص | murasuuS | Merissa |
Dialogue:
- Person 1: تشرب مرصوص؟ (Tashrab murasuuS?) - Do you drink Merissa?
- Person 2: نعم، أحب مرصوص. (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 |
|---|---|---|
| عرقي | 'argii | Aragi |
Dialogue:
- Person 1: هل تشتري عرقي؟ (Hal tachtaree 'argii?) - Do you buy Aragi?
- Person 2: لا، لا أشتري عرقي. (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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Sources
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