Language/Panjabi/Vocabulary/Feelings-and-Emotions
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In this lesson, we will learn about expressing feelings and emotions in Panjabi. It is important to learn these words as they help us to communicate effectively in different situations. Let's get started!
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Basic Emotions[edit | edit source]
We experience different emotions in our day-to-day lives. Below are some basic emotions in Panjabi:
Panjabi | Pronunciation | English |
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ਖੁਸ਼ | khush | happy |
ਉਦਾਸ | udaas | sad |
ਗੁਸਾ | gusaa | angry |
ਹੈਰਾਨ | hairaan | surprised |
ਡਰ | dar | afraid |
ਅਸ਼ਚਰਜ | ashchary | amazed |
ਜੀਰਨ | jheeran | nervous |
Dialogue:
- Person 1: ਕੀ ਤੁਸੀਂ ਖੁਸ਼ ਹੋ? (Kee tusi khush ho?) (Are you happy?)
- Person 2: ਹਾਂ ਮੈਂ ਖੁਸ਼ ਹਾਂ। (Haan main khush haan.) (Yes, I am happy.)
Complex Emotions and Feelings[edit | edit source]
In addition to basic emotions, we also experience complex emotions and feelings. Below are some examples:
Panjabi | Pronunciation | English |
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ਘਬਰਾਹਟ | ghabaraahat | anxiety |
ਸ਼ਰਮਿਂਦਗੀ | sharmindagi | embarrassment |
ਉਲਜ੍ਜਾ | uljhaa | confusion |
ਹੱਬੜੀ | habri | nervousness |
ਜਦਲਤ | jadlat | irritability |
ਪਸਾਰ | pasaar | exhaustion |
Dialogue:
- Person 1: ਕਿਹੜੇ ਦੇ ਘਬਰਾਹਟ ਹੈ? (Kihde de ghabaraahat hai?) (What is causing your anxiety?)
- Person 2: ਮੈਨੂੰ ਇਹ ਪੜੇਸ਼ ਨਾਲ ਸੰਬੰਧਿਤ ਹੈ। (Mainu eh paraysh naal sambandhit hai.) (It is related to my studies.)
expressing strong emotions[edit | edit source]
Sometimes we feel strongly about something and need to express it. Below are some words and phrases to help you communicate these intense feelings:
Panjabi | Pronunciation | English |
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ਖੇਡ ਲਓ | khaedh lao | kidding |
ਗਸਤੀ | gastee | annoyed |
ਓਹ | oh | oh (expression of surprise) |
ਗਲਤ | galat | wrong |
ਧੋਖਾ | dhokhaa | betrayal |
Dialogue:
- Person 1: ਯਾਰ ਤੁਹਾਡਾ ਵਰਤਵਾ ਗਲਤ ਹੈ। (Yaar tuhada waratwa galat hai.) (Friend, your behaviour is wrong.)
- Person 2: ਮੈਂ ਖੇਡ ਲਈ। (Main khaedh layee.) (I was just kidding.)
Idioms about emotions[edit | edit source]
Idioms are fun ways to express ideas. Below are some idioms related to emotions and feelings:
Panjabi | Pronunciation | English |
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ਮੇਰਾ ਦਿਲ ਚੱਕਮ | meraa dil chakkam | my heart is light (I feel happy) |
ਮੇਰਾ ਰੰਗ ਕਲਾ ਹੋ ਗਿਆ | meraa rang kalaa ho giaa | My colour has turned black (I'm sad) |
ਮੇਰੇ ਤੇ ਆਉਣਾਂ ਕਰੋ | mere te aonaa karo | make me come (I'm feeling lonely) |
ਖ਼ੁਸ਼ ਹੋ ਕੇ ਘਰ ਲੰਘਾਉਣਾ | khush ho ke ghar langhaauna | To arrive home happily (To be able to come home happily) |
Dialogue:
- Person 1: ਤੁਹਾਡਾ ਰੰਗ ਕਲਾ ਕਿਉਂ ਹੈ? (Tuhada rang kalaa kyon hai?) (Why are you sad?)
- Person 2: ਮੈਂ ਕੁਝ ਘਰ ਲੰਘਾਉਣਾ ਚਾਹੁਂਦਾ ਹਾਂ। (Main kuchh ghar langhaauna chaahunda haan.) (I want to be able to come home happily.)
Fun Fact[edit | edit source]
In Panjabi culture, it is customary to greet a person by placing your right hand on your heart. It signifies warmth and friendliness.
To improve your Panjabi Vocabulary, you can also use the Polyglot Club website. Find native speakers and ask them any questions!
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