Language/Pulaar/Vocabulary/Feelings-and-Emotions
Hi Pulaar learners! 😊
In this lesson, we will be covering some common Pulaar vocabulary related to feelings and emotions. This vocabulary will be useful for expressing yourself and understanding others in everyday conversations. We will also provide cultural information and interesting facts along the way to make your learning experience more fun and engaging. Don't forget to use the Polyglot Club to find native speakers and ask them any questions you may have. Let's get started! 😎
Basic Feelings and Emotions[edit | edit source]
Let's start with some basic expressions to describe feelings and emotions:
| Pulaar | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| sukalal | su:kàlàl | Happy |
| ndaafande | nda:fándé | Sad |
| njaatu | njààtù | Angry |
| hakkunde | hàkkùndé | Afraid |
| maqaade | máàqáàdé | Surprised |
| ndeele | ndéélé | Tired |
It's important to note that emotions are often expressed differently depending on the culture. In Pulaar culture, it is not common to express anger or frustration directly, as it can be seen as a sign of weakness. Instead, people may use humor or indirect language to convey their true feelings.
Talking About Feelings[edit | edit source]
Now let's learn some phrases to discuss emotions and feelings:
- Person 1: Suqalal noon? (Are you happy?)
- Person 2: Waaw, suqalal teeŋ. (Yes, I'm very happy.)
- Person 1: Ndaafande jamma? (Why are you sad?)
- Person 2: Misala e nana haaɓde. (I missed my family.)
- Person 1: Njaatu noon? (Are you angry?)
- Person 2: Haa yeesiro njaatu wiyete. (I'm a little angry because of the traffic.)
- Person 1: Hakkunde moo? (Are you afraid?)
- Person 2: Eey, hakkunde meeɗe. (Yes, I'm a little afraid.)
- Person 1: Maqaade jamma? (Why are you surprised?)
- Person 2: Miɗo e hakkundi dañuyi. (I didn't expect that surprise party.)
Comparing Feelings[edit | edit source]
To make comparisons between how you and others are feeling, you can use the following phrases:
- Person 1: Suqalal noon? (Are you happy?)
- Person 2: Eey, suqalal ñalawɗe. (Yes, I'm happier than before.)
- Person 1: Ndaafande noon? (Are you sad?)
- Person 2: Haa, ndaafande ñoomtam. (Yes, I'm sadder than before.)
- Person 1: Njaatu noon? (Are you angry?)
- Person 2: Ma yesaani njaatu. (I'm not as angry as before.)
- Person 1: Hakkunde noon? (Are you afraid?)
- Person 2: Ndeen ga hakkunde few. (I'm more afraid than before.)
Idioms and Proverbs[edit | edit source]
Pulaar culture is rich in idioms and proverbs that reflect its worldview. Here are some idioms and proverbs related to emotions:
- Kelle mo woyiiɓe harii huunde: Literally meaning "Anger destroys the house," this proverb highlights the consequences of uncontrolled anger.
- Liiñolu lakaro mi janngude: This proverb means "The soul is tired, but the body is still moving." It describes a feeling of exhaustion.
- Njewndu akkosaama: This idiom means "Having a swollen heart," and refers to feeling a deep sadness or grief.
Practice Dialogue[edit | edit source]
Person 1: Suqalal noon? (Are you happy?) Person 2: Waaw, suqalal teeŋ. (Yes, I'm very happy.) Person 1: Manduwo runkulu wiyete. (Why are you so happy?) Person 2: Kewu mom gooto wiyete. (I just got a new job.)
Person 1: Hakkunde moo? (Are you afraid?) Person 2: Eey, hakkunde meeɗe. (Yes, I'm a little afraid.) Person 1: Manduwo njohde wiyete? (Why are you afraid?) Person 2: Miɗo e miiskiirowaaji hakkunde teeŋti. (I'm afraid of spiders.)
Person 1: Ndaafande noon? (Are you sad?) Person 2: Waaw, ndaafandee ɓinndi. (Yes, I'm a little sad.) Person 1: Manduwo ɓinndi fuutee? (Why are you sad?) Person 2: Misala e nde yo haaɓde, mi yiwaye mbiraa. (I miss my home country, I feel homesick.)
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