Language/Bashkir/Vocabulary/Drinks
Hi Bashkir learners! 😊
In this lesson, we will be learning about Bashkir vocabulary related to drinks. Bashkir cuisine is famous for its drinks, which usually include milk, yogurt, and mare's milk products. So, it is essential to know the names of the drinks to order them in Bashkir. Let's start!
Consider exploring these related pages after completing this lesson: Greetings, Feelings and Emotions, Colors & Education.
Drinks[edit | edit source]
In Bashkir culture, milk and yogurt are an essential source of nutrition. Mare's milk products such as airan, kumys, shubat, and qatif are traditional beverages in Bashkir culture. They are unique and possess specific qualities for the human body, such as improved digestion, blood circulation, and antibacterial properties.
In Bashkir, the beverages are usually served in small bowls known as "kese." It is essential to know the names of these traditional and popular drinks to enjoy them with friends and family. Therefore, below is a list of essential Bashkir drink vocabulary:
| Bashkir | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| әйлә | əylə | tea |
| айран | ajran | ayran |
| кумыс | kumys | kumis |
| май | may | milk |
| шөп | ʃøp | yogurt |
| шүбәт | ʃybat | shubat |
| ярмак | yarmak | soup |
Dialogue[edit | edit source]
- Person 1: Айран сыпыйнең акабый өсөн юктым. (I did not add sugar to my Ayran.)
- Person 2: Айран керемет, бул асыпкие ма? (Ayran is fantastic, isn't it?)
- Person 1: Кумыс йөрөлтәр менән иреклең? (Can you refresh me with Kumys?)
- Person 2: Кумыс барма, курбага ҡабыл алавраҡ? (No Kumys, Shall we drink water?)
Culture and Interesting facts[edit | edit source]
- In Bashkir culture, Ayran is considered one of the most refreshing summer yogurt drinks. It is made of yogurt, water, salt, and sometimes, herbs like mint or dill. - Kumys is considered a drink for special occasions and is served to welcome guests or during weddings. It is a fermented mare's milk drink rich in enzymes, vitamins, and minerals. - Shubat is another fermented drink made of camel or mare's milk traditionally. It is a sour drink but contains many health benefits, such as improving digestive health and enhancing the immune system. - Yarmak is a hearty soup cooked with doughy noodles, meat, and vegetables like potatoes and onions. It has a spicy taste and is a typical meal served during cold winters.
To improve your Bashkir Vocabulary, you can also use the Polyglot Club website. Find native speakers and ask them any questions!
Conclusion[edit | edit source]
In this lesson, we learned several essential drinks' names in Bashkir, such as tea, ayran, kumys, milk, yogurt, shubat, and yarmak. We also learned about the cultural significance of these drinks in Bashkir culture. Now, you can visit Bashkortostan and order these popular drinks with confidence. So, let's raise our glasses and cheers to learning a new language and culture!
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Sources[edit | edit source]
Impressive work on finishing this lesson! Explore these additional pages to enhance your understanding: Food, Say Hello and Greetings in Bashkir, Days of the Week & Clothes.
Other Lessons[edit | edit source]
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- Fruits
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- How to Say Hello and Greetings
- Clothes
- Food
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