Language/Afrikaans/Vocabulary/Education
Hi Afrikaans learners! 😊
In this lesson, we will focus on Afrikaans vocabulary related to education. Education is an essential aspect of life that helps people learn, grow and develop their skills. Whether you are a student, a teacher or just interested in learning Afrikaans, this lesson will provide you with useful vocabulary and expressions related to education.
To improve your Afrikaans Vocabulary, you can also use the Polyglot Club website. Find native speakers and ask them any questions!
Basic education[edit | edit source]
Whether you are a beginner or an intermediate student, it is essential to know basic education-related vocabulary to talk about your studies or your children's. Here are some useful words and expressions:
| Afrikaans | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| skool | /skoo-l/ | school |
| onderwyser | /on-dur-vay-ser/ | teacher (male) |
| onderwyseres | /on-dur-vay-ser-ess/ | teacher (female) |
| les | /lays/ | lesson |
| klaskamer | /klas-ka-mer/ | classroom |
| kinders | /kinterz/ | children |
| taal | /tahl/ | language |
| wiskunde | /vis-kun-duh/ | maths |
| wetenskap | /vey-ten-skup/ | science |
| opdrag | /op-druhg/ | assignment |
| skooltas | /skool-tuhs/ | school bag |
| rekenaar | /re-kuh-naar/ | computer |
Here's an example conversation:
- Juffrou, mag ek u 'n vraag vra?
(Excuse me, teacher, may I ask you a question?)
- Natuurlik, vra gerus!
(Of course, please ask!)
- Ek verstaan nie die wiskunde werk wat ons moet doen nie.
(I don't understand the maths homework we have to do.)
- Geen probleem nie, ek sal vir jou help.
(No problem, I will help you.)
Higher education[edit | edit source]
For those interested in pursuing higher education, Afrikaans also has vocabulary related to universities and further studies. Here are some words and expressions you can use:
| Afrikaans | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| universiteit | /you-ni-ver-syeit/ | university |
| kollege | /kuh-ley-guh/ | college |
| kursus | /kuur-sus/ | course |
| eksamen | /eks-uh-mun/ | exam |
| student | /stay-dunt/ | student |
| professor | /pro-ffes-sur/ | professor |
| toelatingsvereistes | toh-laa-tings-fuh-reis-tuhs | admission requirements |
| afspraak | /uff-sprawk/ | appointment |
Here's an example conversation:
- Is daar 'n universiteit in hierdie dorp?
(Is there a university in this town?)
- Nee, maar daar is 'n kollege wat 'n paar kursusse aanbied.
(No, but there is a college that offers a few courses.)
- Wat is die toelatingsvereistes om daar te kan studeer?
(What are the admission requirements to study there?)
- Jy moet 'n geldige matriek sertifikaat hê en die nodige eksamens voltooi.
(You need to have a valid matric certificate and complete the necessary exams.)
Vocational training[edit | edit source]
Not everyone wants to study at a university or college, and that's where vocational training comes in handy. Vocational training refers to learning skills and trades that prepare you for a particular occupation. Here are some words and expressions related to vocational training:
| Afrikaans | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| opleiding | /oh-plei-ding/ | training |
| beroep | /buh-roop/ | occupation |
| vak | /fuhk/ | trade |
| kwalifikasie | /kwa-li-fi-ka-see-uh/ | qualification |
| prakties | /pruhk-tis/ | practical |
| teorie | /tuh-ree-uh/ | theory |
| ervaring | /er-vaa-rink/ | experience |
| vaardighede | /faar-di-gei-duh/ | skills |
Here's an example conversation:
- Ek is nie seker wat voorbereiding ek nodig het om 'n argitek te wees nie.
(I am not sure what preparation I need to be an architect.)
- Jy moet 'n vaardigheid vir wiskunde, tegnologiese ontwerp en praktiese ervaring hê.
(You need to have a skill for maths, technological design and practical experience.)
- Hoe sal ek hierdie kwalifikasie behaal?
(How can I achieve this qualification?)
- Jy kan 'n kursus by 'n vakopleiding kollege voltooi of 'n universiteit kies wat 'n argitektuuropleiding aanbied.
(You can complete a course at a vocational training college or choose a university that offers an architecture program.)
Conclusion[edit | edit source]
Education is vital in shaping our future and opening up new opportunities. By learning the necessary vocabulary and expressions related to education, you can communicate more effectively with teachers, students or anyone who shares the same interests in education with you. Keep practicing and always continue to learn!
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Sources[edit | edit source]
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