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Welcome to today's lesson on Dari Vocabulary: Family Members! Understanding family vocabulary is essential for anyone learning a new language, and Dari is no exception. Family is a central theme in Afghan culture, and being able to discuss your family members allows you to connect better with Dari speakers. In this lesson, we will explore the key vocabulary related to family members, practice using these words in sentences, and engage in exercises to solidify your understanding.

By the end of this lesson, you will be equipped to talk about your family in Dari, which is not only practical but also a great way to share a part of your life with others. So, let’s dive into the world of Dari family vocabulary!

Family Vocabulary

In this section, we will learn the Dari words for various family members. Below is a table that lists some of the most common family terms along with their pronunciations and English translations.

Dari	Pronunciation	English
پدر	padar	father
مادر	mādar	mother
برادر	barādar	brother
خواهر	khāhar	sister
پدربزرگ	padarbozorg	grandfather
مادربزرگ	mādarbozorg	grandmother
پسر	pesar	son
دختر	dokhtar	daughter
عمو	amu	uncle (paternal)
عمه	ame	aunt (paternal)
دایی	dāyi	uncle (maternal)
خاله	khāla	aunt (maternal)
خانواده	khānevāde	family
نوه	nave	grandson/granddaughter
زن	zan	wife
شوهر	shohar	husband
فرزند	farzand	child
نسل	nasl	generation
قوم	qawm	clan
خویشاوند	khoyshāvand	relative

Now that we have familiarized ourselves with the vocabulary, let’s put these words into context by constructing sentences.

Example Sentences

Here are some example sentences using the vocabulary we just learned. This will help you see how to use these words in everyday conversation.

Sentence in Dari	Pronunciation	English
من پدرم را دوست دارم.	man padaram rā dost dāram.	I love my father.
مادر من معلم است.	mādar-e man moalem ast.	My mother is a teacher.
برادر من بزرگتر است.	barādar-e man bozorgtar ast.	My brother is older.
خواهرم در دانشگاه درس می‌خواند.	khāhar-am dar dāneshgāh dars mikhānad.	My sister studies at university.
پدربزرگ من در دهکده زندگی می‌کند.	padarbozorg-e man dar dehkade zendegi mikonad.	My grandfather lives in the village.
مادربزرگ من غذاهای خوشمزه درست می‌کند.	mādarbozorg-e man ghazāhāye khoshmaze dorost mikonad.	My grandmother cooks delicious food.
پسرم فوتبال بازی می‌کند.	pesar-am futbol bāzi mikonad.	My son plays football.
دخترم در مدرسه است.	dokhtar-am dar madrase ast.	My daughter is at school.
عمویم یک باغ بزرگ دارد.	amui-am yak bāgh-e bozorg dārad.	My uncle has a big garden.
عمه‌ام در شهر زندگی می‌کند.	ame-am dar shahr zendegi mikonad.	My aunt lives in the city.

Cultural Significance

In Afghan culture, family plays a crucial role. Understanding and using family vocabulary is not just about language; it's also about building connections and showing respect for those relationships. Family members often live together or in close proximity, and gatherings are common. Therefore, knowing how to refer to your family members in Dari can help you engage more meaningfully with Dari-speaking communities.

Practice Exercises

Now it's time to put your skills to the test! Here are some exercises to help you practice what you've learned.

Exercise 1: Vocabulary Matching

Match the Dari words to their English translations.

1. پدر

2. خواهر

3. پدربزرگ

4. دختر

5. دایی

a. aunt (maternal)

b. father

c. sister

d. grandfather

e. uncle (maternal)

Solutions:

1-b, 2-c, 3-d, 4-a, 5-e

Exercise 2: Fill in the Blanks

Complete the sentences with the appropriate family member.

1. ______ (عمو / عمه) من همیشه به خانه ما می‌آید.

2. ______ (مادر / پدر) من پزشک است.

3. ______ (برادر / خواهر) من دو سال از من بزرگتر است.

4. ______ (دختر / پسر) من در کلاس اول است.

5. ______ (مادربزرگ / پدربزرگ) من در عید دیدن می‌شود.

Solutions:

1-عمو, 2-مادر, 3-برادر, 4-پسر, 5-مادربزرگ

Exercise 3: Sentence Creation

Create sentences using the following vocabulary:

• پدر

• مادر

• خواهر

• برادر

• دختر

Example solution:

• پدر من مهربان است. (My father is kind.)

• مادر من در خانه است. (My mother is at home.)

• خواهرم در دانشگاه است. (My sister is at university.)

• برادرم فوتبال بازی می‌کند. (My brother plays football.)

• دخترم دانش‌آموز است. (My daughter is a student.)

Exercise 4: True or False

Decide whether the statements are true or false based on your knowledge of family vocabulary.

1. "مادر" means "mother." (True)

2. "عمو" is an aunt. (False)

3. "پسر" means "daughter." (False)

4. "مادربزرگ" means "grandmother." (True)

5. "خواهر" means "brother." (False)

Solutions: All answers provided above are correct.

Exercise 5: Translate the Sentences

Translate the following sentences into Dari.

1. My grandfather is very wise.

2. My sister loves to read books.

3. My uncle is traveling to another city.

4. My aunt makes the best food.

5. My father works in a bank.

Example solutions:

1. پدربزرگ من خیلی داناست.

2. خواهرم عاشق خواندن کتاب‌ها است.

3. عمویم به شهر دیگری سفر می‌کند.

4. عمه‌ام بهترین غذاها را درست می‌کند.

5. پدرم در بانک کار می‌کند.

Exercise 6: Family Tree

Draw a simple family tree and label each member using the Dari words you have learned. Describe your family tree in a few sentences in Dari.

Example:

من یک خانواده کوچک دارم. پدرم و مادرم در کنارم هستند. من یک برادر و یک خواهر دارم. پدربزرگ و مادربزرگ من در دهکده زندگی می‌کنند.

Exercise 7: Role Play

Partner with a classmate and role-play a conversation about your families. Use as many family vocabulary words as possible.

Example dialogue:

A: سلام! خانواده‌ات چطور است؟ (Hello! How is your family?)

B: خوب است، پدر و مادرم در خانه هستند. (It’s good, my parents are at home.)

Exercise 8: Listening Comprehension

Listen to a native Dari speaker talk about their family, and try to identify the family vocabulary words you hear. Write down the words and their meanings.

Exercise 9: Word Search

Create a word search puzzle using the family vocabulary words. Share it with a classmate to solve.

Exercise 10: Reflection

Write a short paragraph in English about how you feel about family in your culture. Compare it to what you have learned about family in Dari culture.

Example reflection:

In my culture, family is very important, and we often gather for celebrations. I noticed that in Dari culture, family is also central, and spending time with family is valued.

Congratulations on reaching the end of this lesson! Remember, the more you practice, the more fluent you will become. Don't hesitate to revisit this lesson as needed. Family vocabulary is a stepping stone to deeper conversations in Dari. Keep up the great work, and I look forward to our next lesson together!

Table of Contents - Dari Course - 0 to A1

• Course Presentation

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Greetings and Introductions

• Basic Greetings
• Introducing Yourself

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Pronouns and Verbs

• Personal Pronouns
• Basic Verb Conjugation

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Numbers and Time

• Numbers 1-20
• Telling Time

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Nouns and Articles

• Noun Gender and Plurals
• Definite and Indefinite Articles

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Family and Relationships

• Family Members
• Relationships

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Adjectives and Adverbs

• Describing People and Things
• Comparatives and Superlatives
• Adverbs

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Food and Dining

• Common Food Items
• Eating Out

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Prepositions and Conjunctions

• Basic Prepositions
• Conjunctions

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Dari-speaking Countries and Traditions

• Afghanistan and Iran
• Holidays and Celebrations

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Travel and Transportation

• Modes of Transportation
• Travel-related Vocabulary

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Questions and Negations

• Asking Questions
• Negation

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Weather and Seasons

• Weather Vocabulary
• Seasons

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Past and Future Tenses

• Past Tense
• Future Tense

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Dari Literature and Media

• Famous Dari Writers
• Dari Media

Sources

• Dari Family Members Flashcards | Quizlet
• Dari Language Blog

Other Lessons

• Common Food Items
• Drinks
• Eating Out
• How to Say Hello and Greetings
• Animals
• Telling Time
• Education
• Seasons
• Days of the Week
• Modes of Transportation

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