Language/Dari/Vocabulary/Animals
Hi Dari learners! 😊
In this lesson, we will explore the vocabulary related to animals in Dari. Animals play a crucial role in the culture and everyday life of the people of Afghanistan. The country's diverse climate and geography has resulted in a rich animal life, with many unique and fascinating creatures. We will also learn some interesting facts about these animals. By the end of this lesson, you will be able to talk about animals in Dari with confidence!
Finish this lesson and explore these related pages: Food, Resources, Basic Greetings & Modes of Transportation.
Basic Vocabulary[edit | edit source]
Let's start with the most common animals you may encounter in Afghanistan:
Dari | Pronunciation | English |
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آهو | āhu | Deer |
ببر | babr | Tiger |
پشمینه | poshmine | Sheep |
گراز | giraaz | Squirrel |
خرس | kharas | Bear |
زرافه | zarafa | Giraffe |
سگ | sag | Dog |
کیش | kish | Donkey |
گربه | gorbe | Cat |
میمون | mimun | Monkey |
مرغ | morgh | Bird |
Domestic Animals[edit | edit source]
In rural areas of Afghanistan, domesticated animals play a vital role in the economy and people's lives. Let's learn some vocabulary related to domestic animals:
Dari | Pronunciation | English |
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بز | boz | Goat |
شتر | shtar | Camel |
گاو | gāv | Cow |
مرغ ماده | morgh-e madah | Hen |
کبک | kabk | Quail |
Dialogue:
- Person 1: مرغ ماده چند تا تخم میگذارد؟ (How many eggs does a hen lay?)
- Person 2: حدودا ۲۰ تا در هر دوره. (Around 20 per cycle.)
Wild Animals[edit | edit source]
Afghanistan is home to a diverse range of wildlife. From majestic big cats to tiny reptiles, there are many fascinating creatures to discover. Let's learn some vocabulary related to wild animals:
Dari | Pronunciation | English |
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پلنگ | palang | Leopard |
زرگرم | zargarm | Hyena |
ژرفا | zherafa | Deer |
حیوان | heyvan | Animal |
بلبل | bolbol | Nightingale |
مار | mār | Snake |
Fun fact: Did you know that leopards are the national animal of Afghanistan?
Dialogue:
- Person 1: آیا شما پلنگ را دیدهاید؟ (Have you seen a leopard?)
- Person 2: خیر، من هیچ وقت پلنگ را ندیدهام. (No, I have never seen a leopard.)
Sea Creatures[edit | edit source]
Afghanistan is a landlocked country, but the people living near oceans and seas have their own unique seafood traditions. Here are some vocabulary related to sea creatures:
Dari | Pronunciation | English |
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سفید ماهی | sefid māhi | Whitefish |
شاهماهی | shāh māhi | Kingfish |
ماهی قرمز | māhi-ye ghormoz | Red Snapper |
خرچنگ | khar-chang | Crab |
لاکپشت | lāk-pasht | Turtle |
Dialogue:
- Person 1: شما ماهی قرمز را دوست دارید؟ (Do you like red snapper?)
- Person 2: بله، ماهی قرمز خیلی خوشمزه است. (Yes, red snapper is very delicious!)
Insects[edit | edit source]
Insects play an essential role in the ecosystem of Afghanistan. Here are some vocabulary related to insects:
Dari | Pronunciation | English |
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پروانه | parvāneh | Butterfly |
مورچه | morče | Ant |
عنکبوت | ankabut | Spider |
کرم | kerm | Worm |
Fun fact: Did you know that silk production is a significant industry in Afghanistan?
Dialogue:
- Person 1: دوست داری پروانه را ببینی؟ (Do you want to see a butterfly?)
- Person 2: بله، دوست دارم. (Yes, I would like to.)
Conclusion[edit | edit source]
Congratulations! You have now learned the vocabulary related to animals in Dari. We hope this lesson was informative and helpful. Don't forget to practice speaking and listening with native speakers to improve your language skills. To find native speakers and ask them any questions, check out Polyglot Club. To further improve your Dari vocabulary, check out our [Language/Dari/Vocabulary|Vocabulary] page. Thank you for learning with us! 😊
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With this lesson finished, you may want to explore these additional pages: Geography, How to Say Goodbye in Dari, Travel related Vocabulary & Eating Out.
Other Lessons[edit | edit source]
- Count to 10
- Days of the Week
- Food
- Education
- How to say Good Bye?
- Express Surprise
- How to Say Hello and Greetings
- Health
- Drinks
Sources[edit | edit source]