Language/Judeo-iraqi-arabic/Vocabulary/Geography
Hi Judeo-Iraqi Arabic learners! 😊
In this lesson, we will focus on geographical terms in Judeo-Iraqi Arabic. You will learn how to ask for directions, describe your location, and different geographical landmarks.
Consider broadening your understanding by checking out these related lessons: How to say Good Bye? & Drinks.
Asking for Directions[edit | edit source]
When you are in a new place, it can be challenging to navigate without knowing how to ask for directions. Here are some essential phrases you can use:
| Judeo-Iraqi Arabic | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| وين رايح؟ | "wein raayih?" | Where are you going? |
| شو اسم الشارع؟ | "shoo ism alsharaa?" | What is the name of the street? |
| كيف بدي روح؟ | "keef beddee rooh?" | How do I get there? |
| الطريق مسدودة | "at-tareeg masdooda" | The road is closed |
Dialogue:
- Person 1: وين رايح؟ (Wein raayih? -Where are you going?)
- Person 2: بدي اروح على السوق. (Biddi arrooh 'ala as-suq. -I want to go to the market.)
- Person 1: شو اسم الشارع؟ (Shoo ism alsharaa? -What is the name of the street?)
- Person 2: شارع المدينة. (Shara' almadeena -City street.)
- Person 1: كيف بدي روح؟ (Keef beddee rooh? -How do I get there?)
- Person 2: اتبع هذا الطريق ثم انعطف يمينًا. (Ittaba' hadha attareeg thumma in'atef yameenan. -Follow this road then turn right.)
Describing Location[edit | edit source]
When you want to describe your location or ask about someone's whereabouts, these phrases can come in handy:
| Judeo-Iraqi Arabic | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| انا هون | "ana hawn" | I am here |
| فين انت؟ | "feen inta?" | Where are you? |
| جواتي سوريا | "jewaati surya" | My country is Syria |
| بلدة | "balda" | Town |
| قرية | "gareeyah" | Village |
Dialogue:
- Person 1: فين انت؟ (Feen inta? -Where are you?)
- Person 2: انا بلدة عين صيقة. (Ana balda 'ain sayyiqah. -I am in the town of Ayn Sayyiqah.)
- Person 1: جواتي وين؟ (Jewaati wein? -Where are you from?)
- Person 2: جواتي مدينة بغداد. (Jewaati madeenat baghdad. -I am from the city of Baghdad.)
Geographical Landmarks[edit | edit source]
To describe a specific place or landmark, here are some common phrases:
| Judeo-Iraqi Arabic | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| جبل | "jabal" | Mountain |
| بحر | "bahr" | Sea |
| سهل | "sahl" | Plain |
| صحراء | "sahraa" | Desert |
| وادي | "wadii" | Valley |
Dialogue:
- Person 1: هل رأيت جبل سنين؟ (Hal ra'ayt jabal sanin? -Have you seen Mount Sinai?)
- Person 2: لا، ولكني رأيت البحر الأحمر. (La, walakinii ra'aytu al-bahr al-ahmar. -No, but I have seen the Red Sea.)
- Person 1: هل زرت صحراء لوس أنجلوس قبل؟ (Hal zurt sahraa los andalus qabl? -Have you visited the Los Angeles desert before?)
- Person 2: لا، لم أذهب إلى هناك بعد. (La, lam adhab 'ilaa hunak ba'd. -No, I have not gone there yet.)
Now that you have learned important geological terms in Judeo-Iraqi Arabic, you can describe and navigate your surroundings with ease. Remember, practice makes perfect!
To improve your Judeo-Iraqi Arabic Vocabulary, you can also use the Polyglot Club website. Find native speakers and ask them any questions!
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