Language/Faroese/Vocabulary/Education
Hi Faroese learners! 😊
In this lesson, we will learn vocabulary related to education. Education is an important aspect of Faroese culture, with many resources available for children and adults to learn.
So let's get started! Remember you can always check the Find native speakers and ask them any questions you may have!
Basic Vocabulary[edit | edit source]
Here are basic vocabulary words to help you start discussing education in Faroese.
| Faroese | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| skúli | 'skʉuli | school |
| studentur | 'stʉdentʊr | student |
| læra | 'lɛira | to learn |
| kennari | 'kɛnːarɪ | teacher |
| námskrá | 'nɔmskraː | curriculum/schedule |
| bók | bœk | book |
| borð | bɔrð | board |
| flíggjarbók | flɪgjarbœk | textbook |
| frítíð | frɪtʊd | break |
| lesi | lɛsɪ | reading |
| rithøvundur | rɪthœvʊndʊr | author |
| tungumál | 'tʊŋɡʉmaːl | language |
| yrking | ɪrkɪŋ | essay |
Classroom Vocabulary[edit | edit source]
Here are some vocabulary words related to the classroom, which you may find useful.
| Faroese | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| skrivstovur | 'skrɪvstɔvʊr | desk |
| talvur | 'taʊlvʊr | computer |
| hjálp | hjɔlp | help |
| stóll | stœl | chair |
| hvítborð | hvɪtpɔrð | whiteboard |
| kritt | krɪt | chalk |
| málingarpláss | 'mɔːlɪŋarplaus | classroom / lecture hall |
| svarari | svari:arɪ | answer |
| spurningur | spʊrnɪngʊr | question |
| telduspøl | 'tʰɛltʊspœl | educational game |
| grein | 'ɡrɛɪn | subject (can also mean chapter, article) |
Dialogue:
- Studentur: Kennari, kanst tú hjálpa mær? (Teacher, can you help me?)
- Kennari: Ja, sjálvandi. Hvat hevur tú trupulleikar við? (Yes, of course. What difficulties are you having?)
- Studentur: Eg skilji ikki hesa uppgávuna. (I don't understand this task.)
- Kennari: Okei, vit fara at fari through uppgávuna saman. (Okay, let's go over the task together.)
- Studentur: Takk fyri hjálpini. (Thanks for your help.)
University Vocabulary[edit | edit source]
If you are a university student or planning to attend one in the Faroe Islands, you may find the following vocabulary useful.
| Faroese | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| høgskúli | 'hœyskʉli | university |
| lesissáttmátaður | lɛsɪsautmatatur | study agreement |
| prógvi | 'pɹoukvi | exam |
| námsleið | nɔmslaið | study path |
| nemandi | 'nɛmanti | student |
| rannsókn | 'ʁan:sœkn | research |
| doktora ritgerð | dɔktura rɪtɡɛrð | doctoral thesis |
| útbúgving | 'ʉtpʉkvin | degree/diploma |
| undirvísari | 'ʊndɪrvɪsari | lecturer |
| haldslesari | 'haldslɛsari | tutor |
| samstarvsavtala | samstarv:sautala | cooperation agreement |
Dialogue:
- Nemandi: Eg eri nýggjur her. Hvat er prógvið í dag? (I am new here. What is the exam for today?)
- Undirvísari: Prógvið í dag er til tey, sum hava føroyskt mállæra støðnað. (Today's exam is for those who have completed a Faroese language course.)
- Nemandi: Takk fyri upplýsingarnar. (Thanks for the information.)
Cultural and Interesting Facts[edit | edit source]
Did you know that the Faroe Islands' education system is free and compulsory for all children between the ages of 7 and 16? Faroese children start school at 7 years old and finish at 16 years old. If they wish to continue their studies, they may attend a high school, vocational school, or university.
The Faroese government provides free textbooks and school supplies for students to use. Additionally, there are special programs designed to provide extra help for students who are struggling academically.
There are also opportunities for Faroese students to study abroad, with exchange programs through universities, and organizations such as the Erasmus Programme and the Nordic Council.
Sources[edit | edit source]
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