Language/Chadian-arabic/Vocabulary/Feelings-and-Emotions
Hi Chadian Arabic learners! 😊
In this lesson, we will explore the beautiful vocabulary of Feelings and Emotions in Chadian Arabic. Whether you are feeling happy, sad, angry, or scared, this lesson will teach you the words you need to express yourself. Let's get started!
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Basic Vocabulary[edit | edit source]
Let's start with some basic feelings and emotions vocabulary. These are the words you'll probably use the most often.
| Chadian Arabic | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| سِعَادَة | siʿādah | Happiness |
| غَضَب | ghaḍab | Anger |
| حُزْن | ḥuzn | Sadness |
| خَوْف | khawf | Fear |
| مَلَل | malal | Boredom |
| إِحْبَاط | iḥbāṭ | Frustration |
| انْزِعَاج | inziʿāj | Annoyance |
| شَعُور | shaʿūr | Feeling |
Examples[edit | edit source]
Person 1: أنَا سَعِيد! (Ana saʿīd! - I'm happy!) Person 2: مَا شَاءَ اللَّه! (Ma shā' Allāh! - Praise God for your happiness!)
Person 1: لَيْسَ عِنْدِي فَرَحٌ اللَّهَاانِي! (Laysa ʿindī faraḥun lillāhānī! - I don't have any joy in my heart.) Person 2: مَا الَّذِي يُزْعِجُكَ؟ (Mā alladhī yuzʿijuka? - What is bothering you?)
More advanced vocabulary[edit | edit source]
Let's now move on to more advanced vocabulary. These words are used to describe more complex emotions and feelings.
| Chadian Arabic | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| اِنْفِعَال | infiʿāl | Emotion |
| حَنَان | ḥanān | Tenderness |
| تَقَديْر | taqadīr | Appreciation |
| إِطْمِئِنَّان | iṭmiʾinān | Peace of mind |
| مُرَارَة | murārah | Bitterness |
| إِحْبَاس | iḥbās | Anxiety |
| ذَهَنِيَّة | dhahaniyyah | Mindset |
| إِحْسَاس | iḥsās | Feeling |
Examples[edit | edit source]
Person 1: لَدَيَّ إِحْسَاسٌ بِالْهَدَوْءِ. (Ladayya iḥsāsun bilhadawi' - I have a feeling of calm.) Person 2: الْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ! (Alhamdu lillāh! - Thank God!)
Person 1: إِنَّ لِلْتَعْبِ يُرقِّاتٌ. (Inna litaʿbi yurqātun - Fatigue has its cures.) Person 2: مُسْتَحِسْن! (Mustaḥisun! - Hopeful!)
Useful phrases[edit | edit source]
Here are some phrases you can use to express your feelings and emotions.
| Chadian Arabic | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| أَشْعُرُ بِـ | ashʿuru bi | I feel... |
| لَدَيَّ شَعُورٌ بِـ | ladayya shaʿūrun bi | I have a feeling of... |
| أَنَا فِي حَالَةٍ جِيدَةٍ | ana fī ḥālah jayidah | I am in a good mood. |
| أَشْعُرُ بِالْمَلَل | ashʿuru bilmalal | I feel bored. |
| إِنَّنِي مُزْعِجٌ | innanī muzʿijun | I am annoyed. |
Examples[edit | edit source]
Person 1: أَشْعُرُ بِالسَّعَادَةِ. (Ashʿuru bissāʿādah - I feel happy.) Person 2: الْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ! (Alhamdu lillāh! - Thank God!)
Person 1: لَدَيَّ شَعُورٌ بِالْحَزَنِ. (Ladayya shaʿūrun bil-ḥazan - I have a feeling of sadness.) Person 2: لَا تَقَلَقْ! سَتَمَرَّ هَذِهِ الْأَزْمَةُ أَيْضًا. (Lā taqlaq! Satamarru hadhihi al'azmatu 'aydan - Don't worry! This crisis will also pass. )
Culture and interesting facts[edit | edit source]
In Chad, it is believed that expressing emotions freely only leads to more problems. It is considered more important to show restraint and composure. However, in private contexts, Chadians are known for their warmth and openness. When greeting someone, it is customary to ask about their family and well-being before talking about business or any other matters. This shows respect and builds trust.
Practice with a native[edit | edit source]
To practice your new vocabulary, use the Polyglot Club website! Find native speakers and ask them any questions.
Conclusion[edit | edit source]
With this vocabulary, you can now express the full range of your feelings and emotions in Chadian Arabic. To improve your Chadian Arabic Vocabulary, you can also use the Polyglot Club website.
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Sources[edit | edit source]
Impressive work on finishing this lesson! Explore these additional pages to enhance your understanding: How to Say Hello and Greetings & Food.