Language/Fon/Vocabulary/Fruits
Hi Fon learners! 😊
In this lesson, we will be learning about fruits in Fon. Learning the names of fruits in Fon is essential when visiting markets or ordering food in Fon-speaking areas. By the end of this lesson, you will be able to name more than 20 fruits in Fon. Let's get started! 🍎🍌🍇🍓🍊
Take a moment to explore these relevant pages as you conclude this lesson: Colors & How to Say Hello and Greetings.
Essential Vocabulary[edit | edit source]
Here is a list of some essential vocabulary that you need to know when it comes to fruits in Fon:
| Fon | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| Agbayun | /agbaʲun/ | Pineapple |
| Gbogname | /gbɔgnamɛ/ | Watermelon |
| Agbalumo | /agbalumɔ/ | African Star Apple |
| Ahoma | /ahɔma/ | Mango |
| Avocado | /afocado/ | Avocado |
| Cherry | /cherry/ | Cherry |
| Clementine | /clementine/ | Clementine |
| Coconut | /coconut/ | Coconut |
| Dacenuti | /datʃɛnuti/ | Dates |
| Exotic fruits | /eksɔtik fruits/ | Exotic fruits |
| Garden Egg | /garden ɛg/ | Garden Egg |
| Grape | /grape/ | Grape |
| Guava | /guava/ | Guava |
| Kiwi | /kiwi/ | Kiwi |
| Lime | /lime/ | Lime |
| Orange | /orange/ | Orange |
| Papaya | Papaya | Papaya |
| Passion Fruit | /passion fruit/ | Passion Fruit |
| Pineapple | /pineapple/ | Pineapple |
| Plum | /plum/ | Plum |
| Pomegranate | /pomegranate/ | Pomegranate |
| Tangerine | /tangerine/ | Tangerine |
| Watermelon | /watermelon/ | Watermelon |
More Vocabulary[edit | edit source]
Here are a few more fruits to add to your vocabulary list:
| Fon | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | /apple/ | Apple |
| Banana | /banana/ | Banana |
| Blackberry | /blɛkberry/ | Blackberry |
| Blueberry | /blunberry/ | Blueberry |
| Cherry | /cherry/ | Cherry |
| Cranberry | /cranberry/ | Cranberry |
| Fig | /fig/ | Fig |
| Grapes | /grapes/ | Grapes |
| Lemon | /lɛmɔn/ | Lemon |
| Lychee | /lychii/ | Lychee |
| Mandarine | /mandarin/ | Mandarine |
| Melon | /mɛlon/ | Melon |
| Nectarine | /nɛktarin/ | Nectarine |
| Peach | /pɛtʃ/ | Peach |
| Pear | /pear/ | Pear |
| Plum | /plum/ | Plum |
| Redcurrant | /rɛdkurrant/ | Redcurrant |
| Strawberry | /strawberry/ | Strawberry |
| Raspberry | /raspberry/ | Raspberry |
Dialogue[edit | edit source]
Person 1: Me màwù, ade Ahoma xò nú? (Hey, do you want some mango?)
Person 2: Yé, ná ěwù ade Ahoma. (Yes, I would like some mango.)
Person 1: Xò nú kònú xwéwù? (How many do you want?)
Person 2: Xò nú be helyi. (Just give me one.)
Person 1: Tʃénufú, ade Ahoma là. (Okay, here's your mango.)
Person 2: Yi ké yé! (It looks delicious!)
Culture Corner[edit | edit source]
Fruit plays an important role in Fon culture. Fruits and other foods are often used as offerings to deities or ancestors. Fruits such as pineapple, oranges, and watermelons are especially popular in festivities and celebrations.
Practice[edit | edit source]
Now it's your turn to practice your new vocabulary. Walk around your house and see how many fruits you can name in Fon. Additionally, you can visit a local market and try out your new words.
To improve your Fon Vocabulary, you can also use the Polyglot Club website. Find native speakers and ask them any questions!
Sources[edit | edit source]
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