Language/North-azerbaijani/Vocabulary/Drinks
Hi North Azerbaijani learners! 😊
In this lesson, we will learn all about the most commonly used drinks in North Azerbaijani. You will be able to order your drinks like a pro after reading this lesson! And don't forget to practice with native speakers, you can find them easily on Polyglot Club and ask them any questions.
Beverages[edit | edit source]
Here are the most common drinks North Azerbaijani people consume:
Water[edit | edit source]
| North Azerbaijani | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| Su | soo | water |
Tea[edit | edit source]
The most popular drink in North Azerbaijan is tea. Normally, North Azerbaijani people drink tea four or five times a day. North Azerbaijani tea is very strong and usually served with sugar and a sweet accompaniment, such as jam, pastries, or candy. North Azerbaijani people are not big fans of drinking tea with milk.
| North Azerbaijani | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| Çay | chigh | tea |
| Axşam Çayı | akh-sham chigh-ee | evening tea |
| Şirin Çay | sheer-een chigh | sweet tea |
Dialogue:
- Person 1: Çaydan istifadə edirsinizmi? (Do you use tea?)
- Person 2: Bəli, çox istifadə edirik. (Yes, we use it a lot.)
Coffee[edit | edit source]
Coffee is becoming increasingly popular in North Azerbaijan. The most common type of coffee served in cafes and restaurants is Turkish coffee. Unlike in the west, coffee is not often consumed at home. If you want to ask for coffee with milk, you can say Sütlu kofe.
| North Azerbaijani | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| Qəhvə | ghev-e | coffee |
| Türk Qəhvəsi | tuhrk ghev-e-see | Turkish coffee |
| Sütlu kofe | suut-lu kof-e | coffee with milk |
Dialogue:
- Person 1: Qəhvəni şəkilsizmi istəyirsiniz? (Do you want your coffee black?)
- Person 2: Xeyr, bir az şəkili olsun. (No, I'd like a little bit of sugar.)
Soft Drinks[edit | edit source]
Soft drinks are also popular in North Azerbaijan, particularly in the summertime. Fanta, Coca Cola, and Pepsi are the most popular options.
| North Azerbaijani | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| Kolali soyuq içkilər | koh-la-li soy-uk ich-ki-ler | carbonated drinks |
| Fanta | fan-ta | Fanta |
| Coca Cola | ko-kah koh-la | Coca Cola |
| Pepsi | pep-si | Pepsi |
Dialogue:
- Person 1: Coca Cola artıq üçünüzdən istifadə eləmisinizmi? (Have you tried Coca Cola ever?)
- Person 2: Bəli, eləmişəm. (Yes, I have.)
Conclusion[edit | edit source]
These were some of the most commonly used drinks in North Azerbaijan. To improve your North Azerbaijani Vocabulary, you can practice ordering drinks in North Azerbaijani with your friends or with native speakers.
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Sources[edit | edit source]
This lesson was created using personal experience and the following sources:
Bulut, C. (2019). Is North Azerbaijan ready for coffee?
Now that you've completed this lesson, don't stop learning! Check out these related topics: Seasons, Family, Transportation & Greetings and basic phrases.