khamri
The Somali word for alcohol is khamri.
khamri is a noun used to refer to an intoxicating beverage.
Meaning: intoxicating beverage (noun)
Did you know?
- The word khamri is actually an Arabic loanword, reflecting the deep historical and religious ties between Somali and the Islamic world.
- Because of the strong influence of Islamic law in Somali culture, the word khamri often carries a much heavier social and moral weight than the neutral English word 'alcohol'.
- The term can be used metaphorically in certain Somali poetic contexts to describe something that clouds the mind or leads to ruin.
Examples in context
- Khamri waa wax dhib u keeni kara caafimaadka.Alcohol is something that can cause harm to health.
- Ma rabo inaan khamri cabbo.I do not want to drink alcohol.
- Dad badan ayaa ka fogaada khamri.Many people avoid alcohol.
Example conversation
Nimco and Farah are discussing health choices at home.
- NimcoFarah, ma og tahay in khamri ay khatar tahay?Farah, do you know that alcohol is dangerous?
- FarahHaa, Nimco, waa wax aad u xun.Yes, Nimco, it is very bad.
- NimcoWaa inaan ka fogaannaa khamri mar walba.We should always avoid alcohol.
- FarahRun baad sheegtay, waan ku raacayaa.You are right, I agree with you.
