Language/Marathi/Vocabulary/Education
Hi Marathi learners! 😊
In this lesson, we will go through some essential Marathi vocabulary related to education. Education is an essential part of our lives, and it is necessary to learn the vocabulary related to it. Knowing this vocabulary will help us communicate better in academic settings and also in everyday situations.
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Consider broadening your understanding by checking out these related lessons: Daily routines & Introductions.
Schooling[edit | edit source]
In Marathi, schooling is referred to as शाळेचे शिक्षण (shāḷēchē śikṣaṇ). Here are a few other words related to schooling.
Marathi | Pronunciation | English |
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स्कूल | skuul | School |
शिक्षक | śikṣak | Teacher |
वर्ग | varg | Class |
वर्ष | varṣa | Grade |
कक्षा | kakṣā | Classroom |
पुस्तक | pustak | Book |
Here's an example dialogue to help you understand better:
- Person 1: माझ्या शाळेच्या वर्षातील माझे गुण ८०% आहेत. (mājhyā shāḷēcyā varṣātil mājhe guṇ 80% āhet.) (I have scored 80% in my grade this year.)
- Person 2: वाह! तू खूपच चांगले केले आहेस. (vāh! tū khūpach chāngale kele āhes.) (Wow! You have done very well.)
University[edit | edit source]
In Marathi, university is called विद्यापीठ (vidyāpīṭha). Here are some other terms associated with universities.
Marathi | Pronunciation | English |
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विद्यार्थी | vidyārthī | Student |
विद्यापीठाचे विभाग | vidyāpīṭhāchē vibhāga | Department |
कॉलेज | kŏlēj | College |
संशोधन | saṅshŏdhan | Research |
पाठ्यक्रम | pāṭhyakram | Curriculum |
अभ्यास | abhyās | Study |
Here's an example dialogue to help you understand better:
- Person 1: उद्यान विद्यापीठाच्या संशोधनात आहे. (udyān vidyāpīṭhācyā saṅshŏdhanāt āhe.) (He is researching in Udayan University.)
- Person 2: तो कोणत्या विषयावर संशोधन करतो? (tō kōṇatyā viṣayāvara saṅshŏdhan karatō?) (What subject is he researching on?)
Exams[edit | edit source]
In Marathi, exams are called परीक्षा (parīkṣā). Here are some other terms related to exams.
Marathi | Pronunciation | English |
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सॉल्यूशन | sŏlyūshan | Solution |
अंक | aṅka | Marks |
टेस्ट | tĕst | Test |
अभ्यासक्रम | abhyāsakram | Syllabus |
प्रकरण | prakaraṇ | Chapter |
अर्ज | arj | Application |
Here's an example dialogue to help you understand better:
- Person 1: आमच्या इंग्रजी अर्जातील बद्दल तुम्ही काय विचार करता? (āmacyā iṅgrajī arjātil baddal tumhī kāy vicār karatā?) (What do you think about our English application?)
- Person 2: तुमचं अंक माझ्यापेक्षा जास्त आहे. (tumachaṅ aṅka mājhyāpēkṣā jāst āhē.) (You have scored more marks than me.)
Cultural Information[edit | edit source]
Education has always been highly valued in India. Marathi people are exceptionally educated and are known for their dedication to education. The language itself has a rich culture with the works of writers like Namdeo Dhasal, Vinda Karandikar, and Suresh Bhat. In addition, Maharashtra has some of the best universities in India, including Mumbai University, Savitribai Phule Pune University, Institute of Chemical Technology, and IIT Mumbai.
To improve your Marathi Vocabulary, you can also use the Polyglot Club website. Find native speakers and ask them any questions!
Sources[edit | edit source]
- Marathi language - Wikipedia
- Marathi - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com
- Marathi Dictionary: Translator on the App Store
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