Language/Omani-arabic/Vocabulary/Animals
Hi Omani Arabic learners! 😊
In this lesson, we will learn about animals in Omani Arabic. Animals are an important part of our daily life, culture, and language. Knowing animal vocabulary will help you communicate with locals, understand traditional stories, and appreciate Omani wildlife. 🦙🐘🦜
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Domestic Animals[edit | edit source]
Domestic animals are animals kept by humans for work, food, transportation, or companionship. Many domestic animals in Oman have cultural, religious, and social significance. Here are some domestic animals in Omani Arabic:
| Omani Arabic | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| حصان | ḥiṣān | horse |
| بقرة | baqra | cow |
| جمل | jamal | camel |
| ديك | dayk | rooster |
| دجاجة | dajājah | chicken |
| خروف | kharūf | sheep |
- Person 1: أنا اشتريت حصانا جديدا. (Ana ishtarayt ḥiṣānan jadīdan.) - I bought a new horse.
- Person 2: ما شاء الله. كم كلَّفتُهُ؟ (Mā shā'a Allah. Kam kullafthu?) - Mashallah. How much did you pay for it?
Wild Animals[edit | edit source]
Oman is known for its unique and diverse wildlife. The country has many protected areas, reserves and parks where you can see rare and endangered animals. Here are some wild animals in Omani Arabic:
| Omani Arabic | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| نمر | nimr | tiger |
| فهد | fahd | cheetah |
| جرذ | jarḏ | rat |
| ثعلب | th’alab | fox |
| ثعبان | th’aban | snake |
- Person 1: شاهدت نمرا في منتزه صحار الوطني. (Shahidtu nimran fī Muntazah Ṣaḥār al-Waṭanī.) - I saw a tiger at the Sahar National Park.
- Person 2: واه، محظوظ جدا! (Wah, maḥzūẓ jiddan!) - Wow, very lucky!
Birds[edit | edit source]
Birds are important in Omani culture and play a significant role in Oman's environment. Oman has various species of birds, from desert birds to migratory birds. Here are some birds in Omani Arabic:
| Omani Arabic | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| نسر | nasr | eagle |
| حمام | ḥamām | dove |
| بومة | būmah | owl |
| طائر | ṭa'ir | bird |
- Person 1: النسر يعدُّ الطيران الأكثر فخرا في السماء. (Al-nasr ya'ddu al-ṭayran al-akthar fakhran fi al-sama.) - The eagle is the most majestic bird in the sky.
- Person 2: نعم، كما تقول المثل "كالنسر في السماء". (Na'am, kama taqūlu al-mathal "ka-al-nasr fi al-sama.") - Yes, as they say, "like an eagle in the sky".
Sea Animals[edit | edit source]
Oman has a long coastline and is home to various sea creatures. The country has a rich marine life and is known for its whales, dolphins, sea turtles, and many fish species. Here are some sea animals in Omani Arabic:
| Omani Arabic | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| سمك | samak | fish |
| سلطعون | sal'atun | lobster |
| حوت | ḥūt | whale |
| دلفين | dalfin | dolphin |
- Person 1: في رحلة الغوص، رأيت سلطعونا كبيرا. (Fī riḥlah al-ghaws، ra'aytu sal'atunan kabīran.) - During the diving trip, I saw a big lobster.
- Person 2: يبدو لذيذا كوجبة غداء! (Yabdu luḍhyzan kawajbat ghadaa!) - Sounds delicious as a lunch meal!
Conclusion[edit | edit source]
In conclusion, animals are a crucial part of our world and communicating about them is vital. Start practising animal vocabulary in your conversations with natives and in your writings. Don't forget to visit Oman's incredible animal spots, both in the wild and in the reserves. To improve your Omani Arabic Vocabulary, you can check the Vocabulary part of the polyglot club website. Find native speakers and ask them any questions! Enjoy learning Omani Arabic! 🙌🌴
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