Language/Armenian/Vocabulary/Telling-Time
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Introduction[edit | edit source]
In this lesson, we will delve into the topic of telling time in Armenian. Being able to tell time is an essential skill that allows us to navigate our daily lives effectively. Whether it's scheduling appointments, catching a train, or simply planning our day, understanding how to ask for and give the time is crucial. By the end of this lesson, you will have a solid grasp of telling time in Armenian, including the vocabulary and phrases necessary to confidently discuss different parts of the day. So let's get started!
Asking for the Time[edit | edit source]
Before we can learn how to tell time in Armenian, it's important to know how to ask for the time. Here are a few useful phrases you can use:
- Ի՞նչ ժամ է: (Inch zam eh?) - What time is it?
- Ի՞նչպես ժամը է: (Inchpes zam-e?) - What time is it?
- Ի՞նչ ժամն է հիմա: (Inch zamn eh hima?) - What time is it now?
Now, let's move on to the vocabulary for telling time.
Vocabulary for Telling Time[edit | edit source]
To effectively tell time in Armenian, we need to familiarize ourselves with the relevant vocabulary. Here are the key words and phrases you need to know:
- ժամ (zham) - hour
- րոպե (rope) - minute
- վայր (vayr) - place (used to refer to the position of the hour hand on a clock)
Now, let's learn how to express specific times in Armenian.
Telling the Hours[edit | edit source]
To tell the hours in Armenian, we use the following pattern:
[Hour] + [րոպե] + [է]
Here are some examples:
| Armenian | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| 1 ժամ է | mian zam eh | It's 1 o'clock |
| 3 ժամ է | yerkuh zam eh | It's 3 o'clock |
| 6 ժամ է | vekam zam eh | It's 6 o'clock |
Telling the Minutes[edit | edit source]
To tell the minutes in Armenian, we use the following pattern:
[Minute] + [րոպե]
Here are some examples:
| Armenian | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| կես րոպե | kes rope | 30 minutes |
| երեսուն րոպե | eresun rope | 45 minutes |
| երեք րոպե | erek rope | 3 minutes |
Combining Hours and Minutes[edit | edit source]
To express a specific time in Armenian, we simply combine the hour and the minutes using the word "և" (yev), which means "and". Here are some examples:
| Armenian | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| երեսուն քսան երեսուն րոպե | eresun k'san eresun rope | 10:45 |
| ութ անցում ութ րոպե | ut' ancum ut' rope | 8:20 |
| երեսուն քսան երեք րոպե | eresun k'san erek rope | 10:03 |
Remember, when telling the time in Armenian, we typically use the 24-hour clock format. However, in informal conversations, it is common to use the 12-hour clock format, especially when referring to the time in the afternoon and evening.
Talking about Different Parts of the Day[edit | edit source]
In addition to telling time, it's also important to be able to talk about different parts of the day in Armenian. Let's explore the vocabulary for morning, afternoon, and evening.
- առավոտ (aravot) - morning
- ցերեկ (tserkes) - afternoon
- երեկ (erek) - evening
Here are some examples of how to use these words in context:
- Առավոտն է: (Aravotn eh.) - It's morning.
- Ցերեկն է: (Tserkesn eh.) - It's afternoon.
- Երեկոյան է: (Erekoian eh.) - It's evening.
Cultural Insights[edit | edit source]
In Armenian culture, time is often seen as a fluid concept, with less emphasis on punctuality compared to some Western cultures. It is not uncommon for social events to start later than the specified time, and being fashionably late is generally accepted. However, when it comes to professional settings or formal events, punctuality is still highly valued.
Additionally, Armenia is located in the GMT+4 time zone, which means it is 4 hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT). This can be useful to know when scheduling international meetings or events.
Exercises[edit | edit source]
Now it's time to practice what you've learned! Here are some exercises to help you reinforce your understanding of telling time in Armenian:
Exercise 1: Translate the following times into Armenian:
1. 9:15 2. 2:30 3. 7:50 4. 11:05 5. 4:40
Exercise 2: Answer the following questions in Armenian:
1. Ի՞նչ ժամ է: (Inch zam eh?) - What time is it? 2. Ի՞նչպես ժամը է: (Inchpes zam-e?) - What time is it? 3. Ի՞նչ ժամն է հիմա: (Inch zamn eh hima?) - What time is it now?
Exercise 3: Fill in the blanks with the appropriate Armenian words:
1. Երեկոյան է: (Erekoian eh.) - It's ___________. 2. Օրվա առավոտը ___________ է: (Orva aravoty ___________ eh.) - The morning of the day is ___________. 3. Երեկոյան ___________ ժամանակն է: (Erekoian ___________ zamakan eh.) - ___________ is the evening time.
Solutions[edit | edit source]
Exercise 1:
1. 9:15 - ինը տասնը տասնհինգ (inə təsənə təsənhing) 2. 2:30 - երկուսը երկուշաբանական (erkusə erkushabanakan) 3. 7:50 - յոթանասունը հիսունհինգը (yot'anə hisunhingə) 4. 11:05 - տասնմեկը հինգը (təsənməkəhingə) 5. 4:40 - չորսը արքայասուններ (chorsə arqaysunner)
Exercise 2:
1. Ի՞նչ ժամ է: (Inch zam eh?) - What time is it?
- Մեկն է: (Mekn eh.) - It's one o'clock.
2. Ի՞նչպես ժամը է: (Inchpes zam-e?) - What time is it?
- Երեսուն քսան երեսուն րոպե է: (Eresun k'san eresun rope eh.) - It's ten forty-five.
3. Ի՞նչ ժամն է հիմա: (Inch zamn eh hima?) - What time is it now?
- Մեկն է: (Mekn eh.) - It's one o'clock.
Exercise 3:
1. Երեկոյան է: (Erekoian eh.) - It's evening. 2. Օրվա առավոտը արևածագույն է: (Orva aravoty arevacaguyne eh.) - The morning of the day is the most beautiful. 3. Երեկոյան շաբաթական ժամանակն է: (Erekoian shabatakakan zamakan eh.) - Saturday is the evening time.
Videos[edit | edit source]
What time is it? -Telling the time in Armenian - YouTube[edit | edit source]
Sources[edit | edit source]
Other Lessons[edit | edit source]
- Days of the week
- Introduce Yourself Ինչպես ներկայանալ
- Vocabulary for the Future Indicative
- At the Post Office
- Hobbies and Leisure Activities
- Modes of Transportation
- Countries Erkrner Երկրներ
- Hobbies
- Transportation
- Armenian Idioms
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