Language/Nepali-individual-language/Vocabulary/Health
Hi Nepali (individual language) learners! 😊
In this lesson, we'll be learning Nepali words and phrases related to health. It's important to learn these words in case of an emergency or when visiting a doctor in Nepal. We'll also be exploring some interesting cultural facts related to health in Nepal.
Take a moment to explore these relevant pages as you conclude this lesson: Drinks & Ordinal Numbers.
Essential Vocabulary[edit | edit source]
Let's start with some basic health-related words and phrases:
| Nepali (individual language) | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| रोग | roga | Disease |
| बिरामी | birāmī | Sick |
| चेकअप | cekaapa | Checkup |
| औषधि | auṣadhi | Medicine |
| डाक्टर | ḍākṭar | Doctor |
| अस्पताल | aspatāla | Hospital |
| डेंटिस्ट | ḍenṭisṭa | Dentist |
| एम्बुलेन्स | embulensa | Ambulance |
| नर्स | naras | Nurse |
| बृद्धाश्रम | vr̥ddhāśrama | Nursing home |
Useful Phrases[edit | edit source]
Here are some useful Nepali phrases that might come in handy when speaking about health:
| Nepali (individual language) | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| मलाई अस्वस्थता छ | Malā'ī asvasṭhatā cha | I don't feel good/ I'm not feeling well |
| मलाई टुस्का छ | Malā'ī ṭuskā cha | I have a headache |
| मलाई खोकी छ | Malā'ī khokī cha | I have a cough |
| मलाई बुखार छ | Malā'ī bukhāra cha | I have a fever |
| मलाई उल्टी लागी छ | Malā'ī ulṭī lāgī cha | I feel nauseous/ I want to vomit |
| मलाई बदहालत लाग्यो | Malā'ī badahālata lāgyo | I feel unwell/ I'm having a bad time |
| म एक डाक्टर सँग बोल्छु | Ma' eka ḍākṭar saṁga bolchhu | I want to speak to a doctor |
| के मलाई औषधि चाहिए? | Ke malā'ī auṣadhi cāhi'ē? | Do I need medicine? |
| मलाई मेरो अस्पताल लिस्ट चाहिए | Malā'ī mero aspatāla lisṭa cāhi'ē | I need a list of hospitals near me |
| मलाई एम्बुलेन्स चाहिए। | Malā'ī ambulensa cāhi'ē. | I need an ambulance. |
Cultural Insights[edit | edit source]
In Nepal, there is a strong belief in the power of natural remedies and Ayurvedic medicine. Many Nepalis prefer to use home remedies that have been passed down from generation to generation. For example, drinking hot lemon water when you have a cold or eating ginger to reduce inflammation.
Ayurveda, which originated in India, is also widely practiced in Nepal. Ayurvedic medicine focuses on creating balance in the body and many Nepalis use it to treat both physical and mental health problems.
On a related note, yoga is also a popular practice for maintaining good health in Nepal. We often see people practicing yoga early in the morning or in the evening, either outdoors or in studios.
Conversation[edit | edit source]
Person 1: मलाई सिना मा दुख्ने लाग्यो। (Malā'ī sinā mā dukhne lāgyo.)
My chest hurts.
Person 2: कति दिन देखिने? (Kaṭi dina dēkhinē?)
Since when?
Person 1: हिजो राति देखि (Hijo rāṭi dēkhi)
Since last night.
Person 2: यहाँ पासमा एक अस्पताल छ। तपाईंलाई एक डाक्टर सँग बोल्नु पर्छ। (Yahā pāsamā eka aspatāla cha. Tapā'īnlā'ī eka ḍākṭar saṁga bolnu parcha.)
There is a hospital nearby. You need to talk to a doctor.
Person 1: धन्यवाद (Dhanyavāda)
Thank you.
Conclusion[edit | edit source]
By now, you should be able to talk about your health in Nepali. Remember that the key to fluency is practice, practice, practice! To improve your [ [Language/Nepali-individual-language|Nepali (individual language)] [ [Language/Nepali-individual-language/Vocabulary|Vocabulary] ], you can also use the Polyglot Club website. Find native speakers and ask them any questions!
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Impressive work on finishing this lesson! Explore these additional pages to enhance your understanding: Plural and Fractional Numbers & Feelings and Emotions.
Other Lessons[edit | edit source]
- Fruits
- Feelings and Emotions
- Time samay समय
- Drinks
- Days of the Week
- Clothes
- Resources
- How to Say Hello and Greetings
- Animals
- Useful Sentenses
Sources[edit | edit source]