Language/North-azerbaijani/Vocabulary/Weather-and-seasons
Weather and seasons are important topics to learn in any language as they are a part of our daily lives and conversations. In this lesson, we will explore the vocabulary related to weather and seasons in North Azerbaijani. By the end of this lesson, you will be able to confidently talk about the weather and seasons in North Azerbaijani and engage in conversations with native speakers.
Weather Vocabulary[edit | edit source]
Let's start by learning some common weather-related words and phrases in North Azerbaijani:
North Azerbaijani | Pronunciation | English |
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Hava | hɑvɑ | Weather |
Günəşli | gʊnəʃli | Sunny |
Buludlu | buludlu | Cloudy |
Yağmurlu | jɑɣmurˈlu | Rainy |
Qarlı | qɑrˈlɯ | Snowy |
Fırtınalı | fɯrtɯˈnɑlɯ | Stormy |
Sərin | sɑˈrin | Cold |
İsti | isti | Hot |
Here are some example sentences using these weather vocabularies:
- Hava bugün güneşli. (The weather is sunny today.)
- Bugün hava buludlu və yağmurludur. (Today the weather is cloudy and rainy.)
- Qarlı havalarda kayak etməyi sevirəm. (I love skiing in snowy weather.)
- Fırtınalı havalarda evdə qalaq. (Stay at home during stormy weather.)
Seasons Vocabulary[edit | edit source]
Now let's learn the vocabulary related to seasons in North Azerbaijani:
North Azerbaijani | Pronunciation | English |
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Bahar | bɑhɑr | Spring |
Yay | jɑj | Summer |
Payız | pɑˈjɯz | Autumn |
Qış | qɯʃ | Winter |
Here are some example sentences using these seasons vocabularies:
- Baharda hərflərimizi oxumağı öyrənirik. (We learn to read in spring.)
- Yayın gəlməsi ilə çimərliklər dolur. (Pastures become filled with greenery in summer.)
- Payızda hərflərimizi yazmağı öyrənirik. (We learn to write in autumn.)
- Qışın qarlar altında oynamağı sevirəm. (I love playing in the snow in winter.)
Cultural Insights[edit | edit source]
In North Azerbaijani culture, the weather and seasons play an important role in daily life and seasonal activities. The climate of North Azerbaijan is diverse, with hot summers and cold winters. The people of North Azerbaijan have adapted to this climate and have developed cultural practices and traditions that are influenced by the weather and seasons.
For example, during the summer months, North Azerbaijani people enjoy various outdoor activities such as picnics, hiking, and swimming in rivers and lakes. Summer is also the time for traditional festivals and celebrations where people come together to enjoy music, dance, and delicious food.
In contrast, winter in North Azerbaijan brings heavy snowfall and cold temperatures. This season is celebrated with winter sports such as skiing and snowboarding. Traditional winter foods like plov (a rice dish) and hot drinks like tea and sahlab (a hot milk-based drink) are enjoyed to keep warm.
Understanding the weather and seasons vocabulary in North Azerbaijani will not only help you communicate effectively but also enable you to appreciate and participate in the cultural practices and traditions of the region.
Practice Exercises[edit | edit source]
Now, let's practice what we have learned. Complete the following exercises:
Exercise 1: Match the weather vocabulary with their meanings.
North Azerbaijani | Meaning |
---|---|
Hava | a. Sunny |
Günəşli | b. Cloudy |
Buludlu | c. Rainy |
Yağmurlu | d. Snowy |
Qarlı | e. Stormy |
Fırtınalı | f. Cold |
Sərin | g. Hot |
İsti | h. Weather |
Solution: 1. Hava - h. Weather 2. Günəşli - a. Sunny 3. Buludlu - b. Cloudy 4. Yağmurlu - c. Rainy 5. Qarlı - d. Snowy 6. Fırtınalı - e. Stormy 7. Sərin - f. Cold 8. İsti - g. Hot
Exercise 2: Complete the sentences with the correct season vocabulary. 1. ___________də çiçəklər çıxır. (In spring, flowers bloom.) 2. ___________da qatılmış süd içirik. (In summer, we drink buttermilk.) 3. ___________da ağac yarpaqları saralır. (In autumn, tree leaves turn yellow.) 4. ___________da qar yağır. (In winter, it snows.)
Solution: 1. Baharda 2. Yayda 3. Payızda 4. Qışda
Conclusion[edit | edit source]
Congratulations! You have learned the vocabulary related to weather and seasons in North Azerbaijani. You can now confidently talk about the weather, engage in conversations about the seasons, and understand the cultural practices influenced by the weather and seasons in North Azerbaijan. Keep practicing and exploring the rich language and culture of North Azerbaijan.
Other Lessons[edit | edit source]
- Astronomy
- Body
- Time vaxt
- Desserts
- Count from 1 to 10
- Time
- Farewell
- Fruits
- Bathroom
- Greetings salamlama