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Standard Arabic Vocabulary - Drinks

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In this lesson, we will learn Standard Arabic vocabulary related to drinks. Drinks are an essential part of Arabic culture, and there is a wide variety of hot and cold drinks. We will learn how to order drinks, their ingredients, and cultural aspects related to drinking.

Hot Drinks

Arabic Coffee

Arabic coffee, also known as Qahwah, is a traditional hot drink served in the Arabic region. The coffee is made with roasted coffee beans, green cardamom, and saffron. Arab Bedouins have a saying that goes, "One cup of coffee is a lifetime of memories."

Standard Arabic	Pronunciation	English
قهوة	qahwah	Coffee

• Person 1: أريد فنجانًا من القهوة. (I want a cup of coffee)
• Person 2: حلوة أو مرة؟ (Sweet or bitter?)

Mint Tea

Mint tea is a popular hot drink in the Arabic-speaking world, especially in Morocco. It is made with green tea and fresh mint leaves. It is usually served in a small glass with a high pour to create foam.

Standard Arabic	Pronunciation	English
شاي بالنعناع	shayy bil na'nā	Mint Tea

• Person 1: ما هي الأنواع المختلفة من الشاي؟ (What are the different types of tea?)
• Person 2: لدينا شاي أخضر وأسود وشاي بالنعناع. (We have green tea, black tea, and mint tea.)

Sahlab

Sahlab is a hot drink made from powdered sahlab plant roots mixed with warm milk and sugar. It is a popular drink in the Levant and Egypt and is typically served during winter.

Standard Arabic	Pronunciation	English
سحلب	sahlb	Sahlab

• Person 1: هل لديكم سحلب؟ (Do you have Sahlab?)
• Person 2: نعم، لدينا سحلب. (Yes, we have Sahlab.)

Cold Drinks

Lemonade

Lemonade in Arabic is called Qatarmizat. It is a refreshing cold drink made with fresh lemon juice, sugar, and water. In the Middle East, it is common to add mint leaves to the lemonade and serve it with ice cubes.

Standard Arabic	Pronunciation	English
ليمون بالماء	limun bil ma'	Lemonade

• Person 1: أريد زجاجة من الليمون بالماء. (I want a bottle of lemonade.)
• Person 2: مع النعناع والثلج؟ (With mint and ice?)

Laban

Laban is a popular yogurt-based drink in the Middle East. It is made by adding cold water to yogurt and whisking it until it is creamy. It is a refreshing drink that can be served with a pinch of salt and fresh mint leaves.

Standard Arabic

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