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Amharic Vocabulary - Drinks

Hi Amharic learners! 😊
In this lesson, you will learn how to say and pronounce common drinks in Amharic. We will also discuss some cultural information related to these drinks. By the end of this lesson, you will be able to confidently order drinks at a restaurant or cafe in Amharic. Don't forget to practice with a native speaker using the Polyglot Club platform. If you have any questions, feel free to ask and get help from other learners by using this section. 😎

Hot Drinks

Coffee

Coffee is an important part of Ethiopian culture. It's usually consumed during a daily ritual called "buna". Coffee is known as "buna" in Amharic. Here's an example dialogue so you can practice how to order coffee.

• Person 1: "Buna, minew?" (Coffee, black?)
• Person 2: "Eshi minew." (Yes, black.)

Amharic	Pronunciation	English
ቡና	buna	Coffee

Tea

Tea is also a popular hot beverage in Ethiopia. It's usually served with sugar and sometimes with milk. It's known as "shai" in Amharic.

Amharic	Pronunciation	English
ሻይ	shai	Tea

Hot Chocolate

Hot chocolate is not commonly consumed in Ethiopia, as it's a relatively new addition to the menu at cafes and restaurants. However, it's still becoming more popular. Hot chocolate is known as "hoti chokoleti" in Amharic.

Amharic	Pronunciation	English
ሆቲ ቾኬሌቲ	hoti chokoleti	Hot Chocolate

Cold Drinks

Water

Water is "wuhay" in Amharic. In Ethiopia, it's common to drink bottled water, as the tap water may not be safe for consumption.

Amharic	Pronunciation	English
ዋሃይ	wuhay	Water

Juice

Juice is a popular drink during the hot season. You can find different types of juices made from tropical fruits such as mango, papaya, and pineapple. In Amharic, juice is known as "majja".

• Person 1: "Majja new?" (Juice, do you have?)
• Person 2: "Eshi, ananas, mangoo, papaiya new." (Yes, we have pineapple, mango, and papaya.)

Amharic	Pronunciation	English
ማጅጫ	majja	Juice

Soft Drinks

Soft drinks are also popular in Ethiopia, and you can find them at most cafes and restaurants. Coca-Cola and Pepsi are widely available, as well as other local brands. In Amharic, soft drinks are known as "suft digeja".

Amharic	Pronunciation	English
ሱፍት ድገጀ	suft digeja	Soft Drinks

Cultural Tidbit

Ethiopia is well-known for its coffee culture, which is an important part of the social and cultural fabric of the country. It's customary to drink coffee with friends or family, and the coffee ceremony can last for hours. Ethiopia is also home to some of the best coffee beans in the world.

Conclusion

Now you know how to order and say common drinks in Amharic. Don't forget to practice with a native speaker on Polyglot Club and try out your new vocabulary at a cafe or restaurant next time you're in Ethiopia. Keep learning and expanding your Vocabulary! Thank you for reading. 😊

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Sources

• Food & Drinks in Amharic: Basics of Ethiopian Food – Resources for ...
• English to Amharic Meaning of drink - ጠጣ