Language/Sindhi/Vocabulary/Feelings-and-Emotions
Hi Sindhi learners! 😊
In this lesson, we will learn Sindhi words related to feelings and emotions. Understanding vocabulary related to our feelings and emotions is an essential aspect of language learning. It helps us connect better with those around us and express ourselves in a more meaningful way. We will also share interesting cultural facts and analogies to help you understand the concepts better. Don't forget to practice the examples and ask questions to find native speakers if you need help!
Basic emotions[edit | edit source]
Let's start with some basic emotions that we all feel. We have used simple vocabulary so that it's easy to remember and understand.
| Sindhi | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| خُشی | khushi | Happy |
| غم | ghum | Sad |
| گُسراني | gusrani | Disgust |
| بے چارە | be chare | Helpless |
| خٺڙا | khatta | Angry |
| خوف | khauf | Fear |
Here's an example of how you can use these emotions in a dialogue:
- Person 1: منهنگاي(Manhangaai) (I'm happy)
- Person 2: تنهنجي گل عيد هوسريدي مبارڪ هو( Tuhinji gul eid hussaindee mubarak ho) (Happy Eid to you too)
Complex emotions[edit | edit source]
Now let's explore some complex emotions that require more nuance and contextual understanding.
Love[edit | edit source]
Sindhis are known for their romantic and poetic nature. Love is an integral part of Sindhi culture, and many classic folk songs and poems express different facets of love. Here are some words we use to describe love:
| Sindhi | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| محبت | mohabat | Love |
| جذباتي | jazbati | Sentimental |
| زِيادتي | ziyaati | Obsessive |
| عاشقانه | aashiqana | Romantic |
| محنتي تعلقات | Mehnati talluqaat | Hardworking relationship |
Here's an example of how you can use these words in a dialogue:
- Person 1: سان جي نڪر سورة سجھي پائيندا آهي Sindhi( Saan ji nakar soora sajaai paainda aahe) (I find beauty in your anger)
- Person 2: توهان کي سوچ ڪہود دايون(Before you speak, think)
Trust and betrayal[edit | edit source]
Trust is critical in any relationship, including friendships, familial, and romantic. These words express the nuances of trust and betrayal:
| Sindhi | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| اعتماد | aetmaad | Trust |
| محصوصيتي | mahsusiyati | Confidential |
| دفتري جي رچن | Daftaree je rachan | Office politics |
| بي اعتمادي | bi-aetmaadi | Mistrust |
| فروغ پيوستگي جي جھمڻ | Farogh payostgey jee jhamn | Broken Relationships |
Here's an example of how you can use these words in a dialogue:
- Person 1: خدارا تونهان کان سونڊي ڏانهنجي تبديليائون ختم نا تي عرصي پلائو,(Khudara tunhan kaan sondee dhanii tabdeeli-aon khatam na ti arsi plao) (Please don't change from the same golden heart)
- Person 2: اڀين جي اتھاس ڪيهن نا سرتاج سجيڪٽ ٿي فرق محسوس نٿي(History is witnessing that our principles and thoughts have not changed till now, don't feel any difference)
Idioms and expressions[edit | edit source]
Idioms and expressions can be tricky to learn because they may not always make sense when translated word-for-word. Here are some Sindhi idioms that you can use to express your feelings and emotions:
| Sindhi | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| سچي گهٽ ڪري ئيندڙ ٻڌَيپُٺ ۾ جڏهن تہري "جو گھوڙو رئي نَهِ" | Sachee ghath karey eindar bhandar mei jadhen theri "jo ghoro rei na" | Once bitten, twice shy |
| ئيتيڻ تي شاء گڏ | Itin ti shaa gad | Enough is enough |
| سوچ جي قرض وصول ن حصه | Soch ji karz wasool na hasey | Overthinking won't solve the issue |
| شيتاني ڳضڻ | Sheytani guzarna | To live like the Devil |
Here's an example of how you can use these idioms in a dialogue:
- Person 1: هي پچهري چيي مَهربان رائيغ روڑيندي هُن گهوڈي روڙھي چندڙ((He/She may look simple and nice but becomes a gossipmonger once you give them a chance)
- Person 2: سوچ جي قرض وصول ن حصه(Sooch jee karz wasool na hasey)(Overthinking won't solve the issue)
Conclusion[edit | edit source]
We hope you enjoyed learning the Sindhi vocabulary related to feelings and emotions. Remember to practice with native speakers and immerse yourself in Sindhi culture to see how these emotions manifest in everyday life. To improve your Sindhi Vocabulary, you can also use the Polyglot Club website. Don't forget to find native speakers and ask them any questions. 😊
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Sources[edit | edit source]
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