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Ladino Vocabulary - Days of the Week
Hello Ladino learners! 😊 In this lesson, we will learn the days of the week in Ladino. Pronunciations may vary based on region, so we'll explore some common variations you might encounter.
Days of the Week[edit | edit source]
| Ladino (Hebrew script) | Ladino (Latin script) | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|---|
| ﭏחאד | Alhad | /alˈxad/ or /alˈxat/ | Sunday |
| לוניס | Lunes | /ˈlunes/ | Monday |
| מארטיס | Martes | /ˈmaɾtes/ | Tuesday |
| מיירקוליס | Mierkoles | /ˈmjeɾkoles/ | Wednesday |
| ג'ואיב'יס | Djueves | /ˈd͡ʒweves/ or /d͡ʒuˈɣ̞weves/ | Thursday |
| ב'יירניס | Viernes | /ˈvjeɾnes/ | Friday |
| שבת | Shabat | /ʃaˈbat/ | Saturday |
Usage in Sentences[edit | edit source]
Let’s learn how to use these days of the week in sentences.
- Alhad: Oy es Alhad, el primer diya de la semana. - Today is Sunday, the first day of the week.
- Lunes: El Lunes vo a la eskola. - On Monday I go to school.
Fun Facts[edit | edit source]
- Alhad: This is used for Sunday instead of domingo because the Jewish holy day is on Saturday (Shabat). It is instead derived from the Arabic word for Sunday الْأَحَد (al-ʔaḥad), since during Moorish times the Muslim holy day was also not on Sunday.
- Djueves: Historically, Thursday (Djueves) is market day in many Ladino-speaking areas, a tradition rooted in ancient times.
Quiz[edit | edit source]
Let's test your knowledge!
- 1. What is the Ladino word for Wednesday?
- A. Lunes
- B. Mierkoles
- C. Viernes
- 2. Translate the following sentence
- Oy es Viernes.
- A. Today is Friday.
- B. Today is Sunday.
- C. Today is Tuesday.
Answers[edit | edit source]
- 1. B. Mierkoles
- 2. A. Today is Friday.
Conclusion[edit | edit source]
Understanding the days of the week in Ladino enables you to discuss schedules and plan events in this rich and historical language. Use the vocabulary, sentences, and fun facts shared in this lesson to deepen your knowledge and appreciation of the Ladino language.