Language/Rundi/Vocabulary/Days-of-the-Week
Hi Rundi learners! 😊
In this lesson, you will learn the days of the week in Rundi language. Days of the week are important to know when planning schedules, making appointments, or simply talking about your day-to-day activities.
Finish this lesson and explore these related pages: Days & useful links.
Days of the Week[edit | edit source]
Here are the seven days of the week in Rundi:
| Rundi | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| Ijumaa | ee-joo-maa | Friday |
| Kuri | koo-ree | Tuesday |
| Mawi | mah-wee | Thursday |
| Mpera | m-pay-rah | Saturday |
| Nkurunziza | n-koo-run-zee-za | Wednesday |
| Ntwarante | n-twa-ran-tay | Sunday |
| Sabato | sah-bah-toh | Saturday |
Cultural Tip[edit | edit source]
In Burundi, most people start their workweek on Monday and end it on Saturday. Sunday is typically reserved for religious observances and rest.
Practice Exercise[edit | edit source]
Let's practice using days of the week in a dialogue:
- Person 1: Muri ukuwikorera uwa mbere? (What are you doing on Monday?)
- Person 2: Ndashaka gutuka ku mateka ni Kuri. (I want to go out on Tuesday.)
Challenge[edit | edit source]
Now that you have learned the days of the week in Rundi, try to memorize them and use them in a full sentence.
To improve your Rundi Vocabulary, you can also use the Polyglot Club website. Find native speakers and ask them any questions!
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Sources[edit | edit source]
- "Days of the week in Rundi." Omniglot, www.omniglot.com/language/time/weekdays/kirundi.htm.
Other Lessons[edit | edit source]
- Health
- Landscape and weather
- Food
- Count to 10
- Colors
- How to Say Hello and Greetings
- Numbers
- Expressing gratitude
- Dishes, cuttlery
- Fruits