Language/Somali/Vocabulary/Days-of-the-Week
Hi Somali learners! 😊
In this lesson, we will be learning the days of the week in Somali. Knowing the days of the week is essential as it helps with scheduling, planning, and organizing your daily activities. Understanding Somali days of the week is an easy way to immerse yourself in the Somali language and culture.
Don't hesitate to look into these other pages after completing this lesson:Clothes, Fruits and Vegetables, Seasons & Telling Time.
Weekdays in Somali[edit | edit source]
Let's start with an overview of the seven weekdays in Somali:
| Somali | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| Isniin | i:sniːn | Monday |
| Talaado | ta:la:do | Tuesday |
| Arbaco | aɾβaco | Wednesday |
| Khamiis | xami:s | Thursday |
| Jimco | dʒimʃo | Friday |
| Sabti | sa:bti | Saturday |
| Axad | aχad | Sunday |
Notice that in written Somali, the days of the week are capitalized.
In Somali, the word for "week" is "todobaadka" (تَدْوْبَاذْكَة).
Cultural insight[edit | edit source]
It's worth noting that Friday is a significant day in the Islamic religion and the Somali culture. This day is referred to as "Juma" and it is observed as a day of congregational prayers, family gatherings, and various celebrations.
Useful Example Sentences[edit | edit source]
Here are some sentences that will help you understand and use weekdays in context.
- Person 1: Maanta waa Isniinta. (Today is Monday.)
- Person 2: Waxaan ka cayaarayaa maanta. Maanta waa dagalaadi. (I am busy today. Today is a holiday.)
- Person 1: Maanta waa Sabti. (Today is Saturday.)
- Person 2: Waxaan arki doonaa filim cusub. Maanta waa sanad guurada. (I want to watch a new movie. Today is my anniversary.)
Dialogues[edit | edit source]
- Dialogue 1: Planning for the Week
Person 1: Assalamu alaikum, how was your weekend?
Person 2: Wa alaikum assalam, it was great, thanks. Yours?
Person 1: Alhamdulillah, it was good. What are your plans for the coming week?
Person 2: I have a lot of work to do on Monday, but after that, I want to go to the gym on Tuesday, go shopping on Wednesday, and I'm free on Thursday. On Friday, I have to go to the mosque for Juma prayer, and on Saturday, I am attending a birthday party, and on Sunday, I plan to visit my parents.
Person 1: Sounds like you have a busy week ahead. I hope it all goes well for you.
- Dialogue 2: Friday Celebration
Person 1: Maanta waa Jimca. (Today is Friday.)
Person 2: Haa, Waa Juma. (Yes, it's Juma.)
Person 1: Waan ku faraxsanahay maalinta Juma. (I am happy on Fridays.)
Person 2: Haa, waa maalinta cibaadada, iskuulada, iyo tiknoolojiga inay fiican tahay. (Yes, it's a day of rest, school, and technology, which is good.)
Person 1: Waan kuu raadinayaa inaan soo galaano masjidka. (I want to invite you to the mosque.)
Person 2: Waad ku mahadsantihiin, laakin waa inaan ka cayaari doonaa. (Thank you, but I have to see.)
Person 1: Waxay miiska dhigaan dhoofka ah. (They are serving complimentary food after the prayers.)
Person 2: Waxaan ka heli doonaa tusaale fiican oo kale. (I'll find another good example.)
Conclusion[edit | edit source]
With this lesson, you have learned the days of the week in Somali. Practice using the words in context and remember that repetition is key to learning and retaining new vocabulary. To improve your Somali Vocabulary, you can use the helpful resources on Polyglot Club. Don't forget to find native speakers and ask them any questions you may have.
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Sources[edit | edit source]
- "Days of the Week in Somali." Somali Resources, www.somaliresources.com/Days-of-the-Week. Accessed 5 Aug. 2021. - "Week." Cambridge Dictionary, dictionary.cambridge.org/dictionary/english/week. Accessed 5 Aug. 2021. - "Jumu'ah." The Islamic Bulletin, islamicbulletin.org/services/actions_and_behaviors/juma.aspx. Accessed 5 Aug. 2021.
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