Language/Judeo-iraqi-arabic/Vocabulary/Days-of-the-Week
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In this lesson, we will learn the days of the week in Judeo-Iraqi Arabic. Knowing the days of the week is essential when communicating with native speakers. We will also explore some cultural information and interesting facts about the names of the days in Judeo-Iraqi Arabic. Remember, practicing and reviewing the vocabulary regularly is key to mastering the language. Let's get started! 🤗
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Introduction[edit | edit source]
The Judeo-Iraqi Arabic language is a dialect of Arabic that is spoken by Jewish Iraqis. It is an endangered language that is at risk of becoming extinct. For this reason, it is vital to learn and preserve this language.
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Days of the Week[edit | edit source]
In Judeo-Iraqi Arabic, the seven days of the week are named after several astrological symbols and Islamic terms. Here are the days of the week in Judeo-Iraqi Arabic:
| Judeo-Iraqi Arabic | Pronunciation | English Translation |
|---|---|---|
| يَوْم الأِحَدْ (yawm al-iḥaḍ) | /jaum al iħad/ | Sunday |
| يَوْم الإِثْنَيْنْ (yawm al-ithnayn) | /jaum al iθnajn/ | Monday |
| يَوْم الثُلَّاثَةْ (yawm ath-thullāthah) | /jaum aθ θulaːθa/ | Tuesday |
| يَوْم الأَربِعَاءْ (yawm al-arbiʿa) | /jaum al arbiʕa/ | Wednesday |
| يَوْم الخَمِيسْ (yawm al-khamīs) | /jaum al xamis/ | Thursday |
| يَوْم الجُمُعَةْ (yawm al-jumuʿah) | /jaum al d͡ʒumʕa/ | Friday |
| يَوْم السَّبْتْ (yawm as-sabt) | /jaum as sabt/ | Saturday |
Note that the first day of the week in Judeo-Iraqi Arabic starts with Sunday (yawm al-iḥaḍ) and not Monday like in the Western calendar.
Cultural Information and Interesting Facts[edit | edit source]
- The Judeo-Iraqi Arabic names for the days of the week are influenced by several different languages, including Arabic, Hebrew, and Aramaic. - For example, the word "khamīs" (Thursday) comes from the Arabic word "khamis," but the word "sabt" (Saturday) is derived from the Hebrew word "shabbat." - In traditional Islamic cultures, Friday is considered as the holy day of the week and is known as "Jumuʿat Al-Mubarakah" (blessed Friday). - Sunday in Judeo-Iraqi Arabic is also known as "Yawm Al-Ahad" (first day) and is considered as the start of the week in many Arab countries. - Tuesday ("yawm ath-thullāthah") in Judeo-Iraqi Arabic is also known as "Tiw's day," which comes from the name of the Germanic god Tiw or Tyr.
Dialogue[edit | edit source]
Here's a dialogue between Samir and Fatima, who are discussing their plans for the coming week.
- Samir: يَوْم الإِثْنَيْنْ عندي امتحان (yawm al-ithnayn ʿindī imtiḥān) (I have an exam on Monday)
- Fatima: إن شاء الله تجتاز الامتحان بنجاح (In shā allāh tujtāz al-imtiḥān binajāh) (I hope you pass the exam successfully)
- Samir: شكراً (shukran) (Thank you)
- Fatima: بالتوفيق (bitalāfiq) (Good luck)
Conclusion[edit | edit source]
Congratulations! You have learned the days of the week in Judeo-Iraqi Arabic. Don't forget to practice and memorize the vocabulary regularly. Knowing the days of the week is essential when communicating with native speakers. To continue improving your skills in Judeo-Iraqi Arabic, check out the other lessons on Judeo-Iraqi Arabic Judeo-Iraqi Arabic Vocabulary on the Polyglot Club website.
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