Language/Kashmiri/Vocabulary/Animals

Kashmiri Vocabulary - Animals

Hi Kashmiri learners! 😊
In this lesson, we will learn about the animals in Kashmiri. Kashmir has a rich history and culture associated with animals. Some are worshiped and revered in Kashmiri culture, and others are part of our daily life. So, let's dive into the lesson and learn some new words!

Don't miss the chance to check out these pages as you wrap up this lesson: Count to 10, Clothes, Drinks & Days of the Week.

Domestic Animals

In this section, we will learn about some of the domestic animals in Kashmiri.

Cow

Cows are considered sacred in Hinduism and form an integral part of Kashmir's culture, lifestyle, and economy. Milk and its by-products form an essential part of Kashmiri cuisine. Let's learn how to say "cow" in Kashmiri.

Kashmiri	Pronunciation	English
𑆓𑆳𑆮	gaav	cow

Dialogue:

• Person 1: यिस खिनियार। (Yis khiniyar. - Look at this cow.)
• Person 2: हा, बहुत खूबसूरत है। (Haa, bahut khoobsurat hai. - Yes, it's very beautiful.)

Goat

Goats are commonly raised for their meat in Kashmir. The Kashmiri language has many phrases and proverbs mentioning goats. Let's learn how to say "goat" in Kashmiri.

Kashmiri	Pronunciation	English
𑆗𑇊𑆳𑆮𑆶𑆬	tshaavul	goat

Dialogue:

• Person 1: यिस कबाबच। (Yis kababach. - Look at this goat.)
• Person 2: अच्छा मांस होता है। (Accha maans hota hai. - It has good meat.)

Dog

Dogs are an essential part of Kashmiri culture, and some local breeds, like the Ladakhi Mastiff, are famous worldwide for their size and strength. Let's learn how to say "dog" in Kashmiri.

Kashmiri	Pronunciation	English
𑆲𑆷𑆤	huun	dog

Dialogue:

• Person 1: यिस कुत्तच। (Yis kuttach. - Look at this dog.)
• Person 2: ध्यान रखो। (Dhyaan rakho. - Be careful.)

Wild Animals

In this section, we will learn about some of the wild animals in Kashmiri.

Lion

Lions are an important symbol of royalty and courage in Kashmiri culture. Let's learn how to say "lion" in Kashmiri.

Kashmiri	Pronunciation	English
𑆥𑆳𑆢𑆫 𑆱𑆶'𑆲	paadar suh	lion

Dialogue:

• Person 1: कश्मीर में शेर होते हैं। (Kashmir mein sher hote hain. - There are lions in Kashmir.)
• Person 2: वाकई? मैंने कभी नहीं देखा। (Vaakai? Maine kabhi nahi dekha. - Really? I have never seen one.)

Bear

Kashmir has a large population of black and brown bears. These bears are an essential part of Kashmiri folklore and literature. Let's learn how to say "bear" in Kashmiri.

Kashmiri	Pronunciation	English
𑆲𑆳𑆥𑆶𑆠	haaput	bear

Dialogue:

• Person 1: यहां रीछ होते हैं। (Yahaan reech hote hain. - There are bears here.)
• Person 2: हमें ध्यान रखना चाहिए। (Hamein dhyaan rakhna chahiye. - We should be careful.)

Monkey

Monkeys are common in the forests of Kashmir. They are an essential part of the ecosystem and often attract tourists. Let's learn how to say "monkey" in Kashmiri.

Kashmiri	Pronunciation	English
𑆥𑆾𑆁'𑆘𑇊	ponz	monkey

Dialogue:

• Person 1: देखो, वहां बांदर हो रहा है। (Dekho, vahaan baandar ho raha hai. - Look, there's a monkey.)
• Person 2: हमें इसे खाने दो। (Hamein ise khaane do. - Let's eat it.)

Insects

In this section, we will learn about some of the common insects in Kashmiri.

Bee

Bees are an essential part of Kashmir's ecosystem, and Kashmiri honey is famous worldwide. Let's learn how to say "bee" in Kashmiri.

Kashmiri	Pronunciation	English
𑆠𑆶𑆬𑆶'𑆫	tulur	bee

Dialogue:

• Person 1: यह बाग मधुमक्खियों से भरा हुआ है। (Yah baag madhumakkhiyon se bhara hua hai. - This garden is full of bees.)
• Person 2: मधु की खुशबू आ रही है। (Madhu ki khusbu aa rahi hai. - I can smell honey.)

Mosquito

Mosquitoes are a common problem in Kashmir, especially during the monsoon season. Let's learn how to say "mosquito" in Kashmiri.

Kashmiri	Pronunciation	English
𑆩𑆾'𑆲	moh	mosquito

Dialogue:

• Person 1: मच्छरों की वजह से मेरे हाथों में दाने हो गए। (Machharon ki wajah se mere haathon mein daane ho gaye. - I got mosquito bites on my hands.)
• Person 2: एक मिनट, मैं मशरुम लाता हूं। (Ek minute, main mashroom laata hoon. - Wait, I'll bring the mosquito repellent.)

Conclusion

That's it for the lesson! We hope you enjoyed learning the Kashmiri words for different animals and insects. Remember, if you want to improve your Kashmiri Vocabulary, you can also use the Polyglot Club website. Find native speakers and ask them any questions!

---

➡ If you have any questions, please ask them in the comments section below.
➡ Feel free to edit this wiki page if you think it can be improved. 😎

Well done on mastering this lesson! Don't miss these related pages to expand your knowledge: Numbers, Fruits, Food & How to say Good Bye?.

Other Lessons

• How to say Good Bye?
• Colors
• Education
• Months of the Year
• Food
• Count to 10
• Days of the Week
• Numbers
• Health

Sources

• Appendix:Kashmiri word list - Wiktionary
• Kokar / kwo.kar / chicken / Images: Google #KashmiriDictionary ...