Language/Basque/Vocabulary/Feelings-and-Emotions
Hi Basque learners! 😊
In this lesson, we will learn about feelings and emotions in Basque. Expressing our emotions is an essential part of effective communication, and with this vocabulary list, you will be able to express yourself more proficiently in Basque. Additionally, we will also provide cultural insights and fun facts to make this lesson more engaging!
Take some time to dive into these other pages after completing this lesson: Drinks & Days of the Week.
Basic Emotions[edit | edit source]
Basque has several words for expressing different emotions. In this section, we will focus on some of the most common and basic emotions in the Basque language.
| Basque | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| Beldurra | beldurra | Fear |
| Lotura | lotura | Attachment |
| Poztu | poshtu | Sadness |
| Ametsa | ametsa | Dream |
| Gogotsu | gogotsu | Eager |
| Gorroto | gorroto | Anger |
Dialogue[edit | edit source]
- Person 1: Nire amaia gorroto dago. (My sister is angry.)
- Person 2: Zer gertatu da? (What happened?)
- Person 1: Etxean ez dago euren gustoko telebista saioa ematen. (They are not able to watch their favorite TV show at home.)
Advanced Emotions[edit | edit source]
In this section, we will learn advanced emotions and feelings in Basque. These emotions express deeper feelings and meanings than basic emotions.
| Basque | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| Atsegin | atsegin | Delight |
| Atsekabea | atsekabea | Disgust |
| Izarpena | izarpena | Admiration |
| Umorea | umorea | Mood |
| Hunkitzea | hunkitzea | Emotion |
Dialogue[edit | edit source]
- Person 1: Zuk niretzat atsegin ematen didazu. (You make me feel happy.)
- Person 2: Eskerrik asko, hori gustatzea niretzat oso garrantzitsua da. (Thank you, it is very important for me to be liked by you.)
Idioms[edit | edit source]
Idioms are phrases that have a figurative meaning different from their literal meaning. Learning idiomatic expressions is a fun and exciting way to enrich your vocabulary and understand cultural nuances in Basque.
| Basque | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| Bizi-beltzean ibili | bizibeltzean ibili | To live in the shadows |
| Aldapan txoria | aldapan txoria | Catching a bird in the shadow |
| Gorazarre | gorazarre | Strong desire for something |
| Xumutz | xumutz | Being in a bad mood |
| Bihotz txiki eduki | bihotz txiki eduki | To have a small heart |
Dialogue[edit | edit source]
- Person 1: Zergatik xumutz bazaude? (Why are you in a bad mood?)
- Person 2: Etxean ahizpa nire arropa hartu du eta bere botila zuzenean nire ibilgailua handitu du! (My sister took my clothes at home and she directly increased the size of my car!)
Fun Facts[edit | edit source]
- Basque people are known for their strong sense of identity and pride in their language. The Basque language, also known as Euskara, is not related to any other language in the world, making it a unique and fascinating language to learn.
- Basque culture is heavily influenced by history and mythology. For example, Basque people have a strong connection to the sea, and their mythology is full of stories about mermaids and sea creatures.
- Basque people have a unique way of expressing themselves through dance. The Basque dance, also known as the Jota, is a lively and energetic dance that is performed throughout the Basque Country.
Further Resources[edit | edit source]
To continue learning Basque find native speakers and ask them any questions! Additionally, you can also use the Polyglot Club website to improve your Basque vocabulary.
Sources[edit | edit source]
- Structure of the Basque emotion lexicon
- Towards a parental muda for new Basque speakers: Assessing ...