Language/Assamese/Vocabulary/Eating-Out
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Introduction
In this lesson, you will learn Assamese phrases for ordering food, asking about ingredients and discussing dietary preferences. Assam is known for its unique cuisine with a strong influence of its neighbouring countries, such as China and Myanmar. Assamese cuisine is mostly based on rice, fish, and vegetables, and offers a variety of flavours and aromas.
Eating out in Assam encompasses different levels of dining experiences, from street food to fine dining restaurants. Knowing the right words and phrases will allow you to fully enjoy the culinary experience in Assam.
Vocabulary
The following vocabulary list includes common words and phrases for ordering food, discussing ingredients and dietary preferences in Assamese:
| Assamese | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| খাদা !! khadaa !! food | ||
| জন্তেউ !! jonte-u !! restaurant | ||
| খাজা | khaja | meal |
| দুপৰীয়া খাদা | duporiya khadaa | breakfast |
| দাঁটি খাদা | dati khadaa | lunch |
| কাপোৰ খাদা | kapor khadaa | dinner |
| খাদা বাও | khadaa bao | take away food |
| শাক | shak | vegetables |
| মাছ | mach | fish |
| মাংস | maangs | meat |
| বনফুল | bonfoul | vegetarian |
| অলসং | alosang | non-vegetarian |
| কাঁচামাংস | kachamangs | raw meat |
| মোৰ সিনা উহা এতি উটাই নাই। | mor sina uha eti utai nai | I can't eat this food, as it has this ingredient... (mention the name of the ingredient) |
| আমাৰ খাদাৰ বিষয়ে আপুনি আগ্ৰহী হেওক কি নাই? | amar khadaar bisaye apuni agrahi heok ki nai? | Are you interested in our food? |
| ইয়াত কি খাদা দিছে? | yat ki khadaa dichhe? | What food is available here? |
| ইয়াত কি আহাৰ কাৰ্যক্ৰমৰ কিতপৰা দক্ষতা আছে? | yat ki ahar karyakramor kitpara dakshota ashe? | What is the expertise of the chef here? |
| ইয়াত কি পানীয় ঢোকা দিছে? | yat ki panio dhoka dichhe? | What drinks are available here? |
| অলসং খাদাৰ সান গাদক আছে? | alosang khadaar san gadak ashe? | Are there any non-veg ingredients in this dish? |
| মাংস খাওঁ নাই | mangs khaon nai | I don't eat meat. |
Useful Phrases
Below are a few valuable phrases that will be helpful while ordering food and discussing dietary preferences:
- দুপৰীয়া খাদা পোৱা মই কেনেকৈ পাৰি? - Duporiya khadaa poa moi kenekai paribo? (How can I get breakfast?)
- অলসং খাদাৰ বাবে খাব নোৱা হব || Alosang khadaar babe khab nowa hob || (Please prepare the dish without any non-veg ingredients)
- কথা হোৱা পচন্দ কৰে। || Katha howa pochond kore. || (I'd like to place an order.)
- বনফুলত কিছুহে নাই || Banfulot kichuhetu nai. || (There is nothing for the vegetarian.)
- সোনমখা কিপা খোৱাল দিছে নেকি? || Xonmokha kipa khobal dichhe neki? || (Is there any golden apple available?)
- ইয়াত কি পানীয় ঢোকা দিছে? || Yat ki panio dhoka dichhe? || (What drinks are available here?)
Conclusion
Assamese cuisine is an essential part of Assam's culture, and experiencing it is crucial for anyone visiting the state. By learning Assamese phrases for ordering food, asking about ingredients and discussing dietary preferences, you can make the most of your culinary journey in this state. This lesson is just the beginning, as Assam's rich culinary heritage has much more to offer.
Other Lessons
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- Numbers
- Geography
- Family and Relatives
- Family
- How to Say Hello and Greetings
- Weather
- Numbers 1 10
- Common Foods
- Feelings and Emotions
Sources
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