Language/Afar/Vocabulary/Express-Surprise
Hi Afar learners! 😊
In this lesson, you will learn Afar vocabulary to express surprise. Surprise is a common feeling that we all experience at least once in our daily lives. Knowing how to express it in Afar is handy when you encounter something unexpected. If you want to expand your Afar vocabulary further, check our Vocabulary page on Polyglot Club.
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Common Phrases to Express Surprise[edit | edit source]
Below are some common phrases in Afar to express surprise. You can use them when you encounter something unexpected.
| Afar | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| Tigseh | /tiɡsɛh/ | Oh my God! |
| Mele | /mɛlɛ/ | What? |
| Haddaaqta! | /hadːaqta/ | No way! |
| Hubqu | /hubqu/ | Amazing! |
| Haddhunuhu? | /hadːhunuhu/ | Really? |
Dialogue
- Person 1: Tigseh! (Oh my God!)
- Person 2: Hadda? (What?)
- Person 1: Hubqu! (Amazing!)
- Person 2: Haddhunuhu? (Really?)
Expressing Surprise with Adjectives[edit | edit source]
In Afar, you can also express surprise with adjectives. Here are some examples:
| Afar | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| Naffan | /naffan/ | Incredible |
| Halafa | /halafa/ | Unbelievable |
| Baddhun | /baddhun/ | Surprising |
Dialogue
- Person 1: Naffan! (Incredible!)
- Person 2: Gal. (Really.)
- Person 1: Halafa! (Unbelievable!)
- Person 2: Siif! (Yes!)
- Person 1: Baddhun! (Surprising!)
- Person 2: Siif. (Yes.)
Polite Expressions[edit | edit source]
In Afar, expressing politeness is essential in social interactions. Therefore, when expressing surprise, it is expected that Afar learners also consider adding polite expressions. Some polite expressions to use when expressing surprise in Afar are:
| Afar | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| Gal deqaleh. | /ɡal dɛqalɛh/ | That's unexpected. |
| Adejah sabaqqaq. | /adɛd͡ʒah sabaqqaq/ | Sorry to interrupt but can you explain? |
| Dah baate. | /da baːtɛ/ | Please, go on. |
| Hubtid | /hubtid/ | Thank you |
Dialogue
- Person 1: Dah baate, haddaaqta! (Please, go on. No way!)
- Person 2: Gal deqaleh. (That's unexpected.)
- Person 1: Hubtid. (Thank you.)
Tips to Improve Your Afar[edit | edit source]
For Afar learners who want to improve their Afar vocabulary and have conversations with native speakers, Polyglot Club is an excellent platform to start with. Here, you can find native speakers and ask them any questions you have about their language and culture. Doing so will broaden your vocabulary and provide you with various opportunities to practice your language skills.
Conclusion[edit | edit source]
In this lesson, you were provided with Afar vocabulary and expressions to express surprise. Surprise is an emotion that people experience often, making it essential to know how to express it in Afar. By following the tips provided in this lesson, you can improve your Afar vocabulary and use it in social interactions.
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