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Kazakh Vocabulary - Clothes

Hi Kazakh learners! 😊
In this lesson, we will learn the vocabulary related to clothes. Clothes are an important part of the Kazakh culture, reflecting the traditional way of life and the harsh weather conditions. We will also explore some interesting facts about Kazakh clothing. Remember to use Find native speakers and ask them any questions if you want to practice your Kazakh skills after this lesson. Don't forget to check out the Vocabulary section for more words and phrases. Let's get started! 💪

Traditional Kazakh Clothing

Traditional Kazakh clothing has specific features and has evolved over time. The traditional clothing for men is called "shapan" and consists of a quilted robe worn over trousers. The women's traditional dress is called "saukele" and consists of a hat and a long embroidered dress. The traditional Kazakh clothing is often adorned with intricate embroidery and other decorations.

Vocabulary

Let's learn some Kazakh words related to clothes.

Kazakh	Pronunciation	English
жәннәт	zhe-nat	Dress
өйкөлек	oy-ko-lik	Shirt
шапан	sha-pan	Robe
көйлек	ko-ylek	Jacket
көйтеле	ko-ye-tele	Coat
киім	ki-im	Clothes
кедей	ke-dey	Shoes
сапог	sa-pog	Boots
шапка	sha-pka	Hat
шарф	sharf	Scarf

Let's practice with a dialogue. 🗣️

• Person 1: Жәннәт сатып аладым. (I will buy a dress.)
• Person 2: Өйкөлек көп жақсы болады. (A shirt will be good.)

Now let's see some interesting facts about Kazakh clothing! 🤩

Interesting Facts

- Some parts of the traditional clothing have symbolic meanings. For example, the "saukele" hat for women symbolizes respect and honor.

- Embroidery on Kazakh clothing has a deep significance. Each region of Kazakhstan has its own style and patterns, and the embroidery often reflects nature, animals or life events.

- Kazakh clothing has also been influenced by neighboring cultures, such as China and Russia. For example, the "kaftan" robe was introduced from Russia and has become popular among Kazakh men.

- In the winter, Kazakh people wear "tokpaks" - fur hats that are designed to protect their heads and ears from the cold weather.

Now that you know more about Kazakh clothing, go and practice your vocabulary with a native speaker! 💬

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Sources

• Kazakh Vocabulary | LEARN101.ORG
• A Learner's Dictionary of Kazakh Idioms