Language/Saidi-arabic/Vocabulary/Education
Hi Saidi Arabic learners! 😊
In this lesson, we will be focusing on Saidi Arabic vocabulary related to education. Education is very important in our lives, and it plays a crucial role in shaping society. You will learn some Saidi Arabic vocabulary related to education and some interesting cultural facts. Don't forget to use the Polyglot Club website to find native speakers and ask them any questions.
Basic Vocabulary[edit | edit source]
Let's start with some basic vocabulary related to education:
| Saidi Arabic | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| الدراسة | ad-dirasah | study |
| الطالب | at-talib | student |
| الأستاذ | al-ustaadh | teacher |
| المدرسة | al-madrasah | school |
| الجامعة | al-jami'ah | university |
| الكتاب | al-kitab | book |
| الصف | as-saff | classroom |
| القلم | al-qalam | pen |
Here is a dialogue using some of the basic vocabulary:
- Person 1: ماذا تفعل؟ (madaa taf'al?) (What are you doing?)
- Person 2: أدرس الرياضيات في المدرسة. (udrus ar-riyaadhiyaat fil-madrasah) (I am studying mathematics at school.)
Classroom Objects[edit | edit source]
Now, let's learn some classroom objects:
| Saidi Arabic | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| السبورة | as-suboorah | blackboard |
| الكرسي | al-kursi | chair |
| الطاولة | at-tawilah | desk |
| الباب | al-baab | door |
| الكمبيوتر | al-kampyuutir | computer |
| الورقة | al-warqah | paper |
Here is a dialogue using some of the classroom objects:
- Person 1: ممكن أخذ ورقة؟ (mumkin ukhodh warqah?) (Can I take a piece of paper?)
- Person 2: بالطبع، الأوراق على الطاولة. (bil-taba', al-awraaq 'ala at-tawilah) (Of course, the paper is on the desk.)
Academic Subjects[edit | edit source]
Now, let's learn some academic subjects:
| Saidi Arabic | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| الرياضيات | ar-riyaadhiyaat | mathematics |
| العلوم | al-'uluum | science |
| اللغة العربية | al-lughah al-'arabiyyah | Arabic language |
| اللغة الإنجليزية | al-lughah al-'injiliiziyah | English language |
| التاريخ | at-taariikh | history |
Here is a dialogue using some academic subjects:
- Person 1: ما هو موضوعك المفضل؟ (maa huwa mawdhu'uuk al-mufadhhal?) (What is your favorite subject?)
- Person 2: أفضل رياضيات. (afdhul ar-riyaadhiyaat) (I prefer mathematics.)
School Events[edit | edit source]
Now, let's learn some vocabulary related to school events:
| Saidi Arabic | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| الحفلة | al-haflah | party |
| المسابقة | al-musaabiqah | competition |
| الامتحان | al-imtihaan | exam |
Here is a dialogue using some school events vocabulary:
- Person 1: هل ستحضر الحفلة اليوم؟ (hal satahdhar al-haflah alyawm?) (Are you attending the party today?)
- Person 2: نعم، سأحضر الحفلة بعد المدرسة. (na'am, sa'ahdhur al-haflah ba'd al-madrasah) (Yes, I will attend the party after school.)
Educational System in Egypt[edit | edit source]
Egypt's educational system is similar to many other countries, where the academic year starts in September and ends in June, with summer vacation in between. The system consists of pre-primary, primary, preparatory, secondary, and tertiary education. The Ministry of Education oversees the educational system in Egypt. Students take national exams at the end of preparatory and secondary education to determine if they will continue to the next level.
Famous Universities in Egypt[edit | edit source]
Here are some famous universities in Egypt, where Saidi Arabic is often spoken:
- American University in Cairo
- Zewail City of Science and Technology
- Arab Academy for Science, Technology & Maritime Transport
- Cairo University
- Helwan University
Conclusion[edit | edit source]
In this lesson, you have learned some Saidi Arabic vocabulary related to education. Education plays an important role in shaping our society and we hope you will continue to expand your knowledge in Saidi Arabic. To improve your Saidi Arabic vocabulary, you can also use the Polyglot Club website. Don't be shy to talk to people and practice your skills. 😊
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Sources[edit | edit source]
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