{"id":487,"date":"2025-02-19T13:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-02-19T13:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bunpo.app\/blog\/?p=487"},"modified":"2025-10-10T06:00:08","modified_gmt":"2025-10-10T06:00:08","slug":"ways-to-say-youre-vegan-or-vegetarian-around-the-world","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bunpo.app\/blog\/language\/ways-to-say-youre-vegan-or-vegetarian-around-the-world\/","title":{"rendered":"Ways to Say You’re Vegan or Vegetarian Around the World"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

If you\u2019re vegan or vegetarian and love to travel, being able to communicate your dietary preferences in different languages is essential. From finding plant-based meals at local restaurants to explaining why you avoid certain foods, knowing how to say, \u201cI\u2019m vegan\u201d or \u201cI\u2019m vegetarian\u201d can be a lifesaver. This guide shows you how to order food in various languages, with helpful tips to ensure you\u2019re understood wherever you go.<\/p>\n\n

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1. Spanish<\/h2>\n

I\u2019m vegetarian:<\/strong> Soy vegetariano\/a (If you are male, use \u201cvegetariano\u201d; if you are female, use \u201cvegetariana.\u201d)<\/p>\n

I\u2019m vegan:<\/strong> Soy vegano\/a<\/p>\n

Tip: If you\u2019re vegan, add \u201csin productos animales\u201d (without animal products) to be clear, as \u201cvegetariano\u201d may sometimes imply that you consume animal products like eggs or cheese.<\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n
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2. French<\/h2>\n

I\u2019m vegetarian:<\/strong> Je suis v\u00e9g\u00e9tarien\/ne (For males, use \u201cv\u00e9g\u00e9tarien\u201d; for females, use \u201cv\u00e9g\u00e9tarienne.\u201d)<\/p>\n

I\u2019m vegan:<\/strong> Je suis v\u00e9g\u00e9talien\/ne<\/p>\n

Hint: The French word for veganism, v\u00e9g\u00e9talien, is less known in non-major cities, so you may need to explain that it means no animal products at all.<\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n
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3. Italian<\/h2>\n

I\u2019m vegetarian:<\/strong> Sono vegetariano\/a<\/p>\n

I\u2019m vegan:<\/strong> Sono vegano\/a<\/p>\n

Tip: Italians are generally familiar with vegetariano, but veganism might be less common in smaller towns. If needed, clarify by saying \u201cniente prodotti animali\u201d (no animal products).<\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n
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4. German<\/h2>\n

I\u2019m vegetarian:<\/strong> Ich bin Vegetarier\/in (\u201cVegetarier\u201d for males, \u201cVegetarierin\u201d for females)<\/p>\n

I\u2019m vegan:<\/strong> Ich bin Veganer\/in<\/p>\n

Tip: Vegetarisch and vegan options are widely available in cities and on menus, as plant-based diets are increasingly common in Germany.<\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n
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5. Portuguese (Brazilian and European)<\/h2>\n

I\u2019m vegetarian:<\/strong> Sou vegetariano\/a<\/p>\n

I\u2019m vegan:<\/strong> Sou vegano\/a<\/p>\n

Hint: Dairy and eggs may still appear in vegetarian dishes, so if you\u2019re vegan, specify \u201csem produtos de origem animal\u201d (without animal-based products).<\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n
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6. Chinese (Mandarin)<\/h2>\n

I\u2019m vegetarian:<\/strong> \u6211\u662f\u7d20\u98df\u8005 (W\u01d2 sh\u00ec s\u00f9sh\u00ed zh\u011b)<\/p>\n

I\u2019m vegan:<\/strong> \u6211\u662f\u7eaf\u7d20\u98df\u8005 (W\u01d2 sh\u00ec ch\u00fan s\u00f9sh\u00ed zh\u011b)<\/p>\n

Tip: Chinese cooking often uses meat-based broths even in vegetable dishes. Emphasize \u6ca1\u6709\u8089\u3001\u6ca1\u6709\u86cb\u3001\u6ca1\u6709\u5976 (m\u00e9iy\u01d2u r\u00f2u, m\u00e9iy\u01d2u d\u00e0n, m\u00e9iy\u01d2u n\u01cei) meaning \u201cno meat, no eggs, no milk.\u201d<\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n
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7. Japanese<\/h2>\n

I\u2019m vegetarian:<\/strong> \u79c1\u306f\u30d9\u30b8\u30bf\u30ea\u30a2\u30f3\u3067\u3059 (Watashi wa bejitarian desu)<\/p>\n

I\u2019m vegan:<\/strong> \u79c1\u306f\u30f4\u30a3\u30fc\u30ac\u30f3\u3067\u3059 (Watashi wa v\u012bgan desu)<\/p>\n

Good to Know: Vegetarianism and veganism are less common in Japan; say \u8089\u3001\u5375\u3001\u4e73\u88fd\u54c1\u306a\u3057 (niku, tamago, ny\u016b-seihin nashi) to specify \u201cno meat, eggs, or dairy products.\u201d<\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n
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8. Russian<\/h2>\n

I\u2019m vegetarian:<\/strong> \u042f \u0432\u0435\u0433\u0435\u0442\u0430\u0440\u0438\u0430\u043d\u0435\u0446\/\u0432\u0435\u0433\u0435\u0442\u0430\u0440\u0438\u0430\u043d\u043a\u0430 (Ya vegetarianets\/vegetarianka) (\u201c\u0432\u0435\u0433\u0435\u0442\u0430\u0440\u0438\u0430\u043d\u0435\u0446\u201d for males, \u201c\u0432\u0435\u0433\u0435\u0442\u0430\u0440\u0438\u0430\u043d\u043a\u0430\u201d for females)<\/p>\n

I\u2019m vegan:<\/strong> \u042f \u0432\u0435\u0433\u0430\u043d\/\u0432\u0435\u0433\u0430\u043d\u043a\u0430 (Ya vegan\/veganka)<\/p>\n

Tip: Vegetarianism and veganism are gaining popularity in Russia, especially in larger cities. Add \u201c\u0431\u0435\u0437 \u043f\u0440\u043e\u0434\u0443\u043a\u0442\u043e\u0432 \u0436\u0438\u0432\u043e\u0442\u043d\u043e\u0433\u043e \u043f\u0440\u043e\u0438\u0441\u0445\u043e\u0436\u0434\u0435\u043d\u0438\u044f\u201d (bez produktov zhivotnogo proiskhozhdeniya) to clarify that you do not consume animal products.<\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n
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9. Arabic<\/h2>\n

I\u2019m vegetarian:<\/strong> \u0623\u0646\u0627 \u0646\u0628\u0627\u062a\u064a\/\u0646\u0628\u0627\u062a\u064a\u0629 (Ana nabati\/nabatiyah) (For males, use \u201c\u0646\u0628\u0627\u062a\u064a\u201d, and for females, use \u201c\u0646\u0628\u0627\u062a\u064a\u0629\u201d)<\/p>\n

I\u2019m vegan:<\/strong> \u0623\u0646\u0627 \u0646\u0628\u0627\u062a\u064a \u0628\u0627\u0644\u0643\u0627\u0645\u0644 (Ana nabati bialkamil) \u2013 meaning \u201ccompletely vegetarian\u201d<\/p>\n

Tip: Veganism is still emerging in many Arabic-speaking countries. Say \u201c\u0628\u062f\u0648\u0646 \u0645\u0646\u062a\u062c\u0627\u062a \u062d\u064a\u0648\u0627\u0646\u064a\u0629\u201d (bidoon muntajat hayawaniya) to mean \u201cwithout animal products.\u201d<\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n
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10. Hindi<\/h2>\n

I\u2019m vegetarian:<\/strong> \u092e\u0948\u0902 \u0936\u093e\u0915\u093e\u0939\u093e\u0930\u0940 \u0939\u0942\u0901 (Main shakahaari hoon)<\/p>\n

I\u2019m vegan:<\/strong> \u092e\u0948\u0902 \u092a\u0942\u0930\u094d\u0923 \u0936\u093e\u0915\u093e\u0939\u093e\u0930\u0940 \u0939\u0942\u0901 (Main poorn shakahaari hoon) \u2013 meaning \u201cI am a complete vegetarian\u201d<\/p>\n

Tip: Although vegetarianism has a long history in India, the term \u201cvegan\u201d may still be unfamiliar. Use \u0926\u0942\u0927 \u0914\u0930 \u0905\u0902\u0921\u093e \u0928\u0939\u0940\u0902 (doodh aur anda nahin) meaning \u201cno milk or eggs.\u201d<\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n
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Key Phrases to Help You Order<\/h2>\n

Wherever you go, it is good to memorize a few essential phrases:<\/p>\n

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  • No meat:<\/strong> Knowing how to say this in different languages can save confusion.<\/li>\n
  • No eggs, no dairy, no animal products:<\/strong> This ensures clarity.<\/li>\n
  • Is this vegetarian\/vegan?<\/strong> Asking directly helps clarify with restaurant staff.<\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n

    Final Tips for Traveling as a Vegan or Vegetarian<\/h2>\n
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    • Download a translation app:<\/strong> Many translation apps, like Google Translate, offer offline language packs and voice translations.<\/li>\n
    • Use travel-friendly resources:<\/strong> Apps like HappyCow can help you find vegetarian and vegan-friendly restaurants worldwide.<\/li>\n
    • Learn the names of cultural foods:<\/strong> Knowing native plant-based dishes can make ordering easier, even in places without explicitly vegan options.<\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n

      These phrases and tips equip you with the tools to navigate menus and explain your preferences confidently, making each meal a little easier and more enjoyable!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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