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Introduction

In this lesson, we will explore Tigrinya vocabulary related to family members. Family is an important aspect of Tigrinya culture, and it is essential to have a good understanding of family terms to communicate effectively in Tigrinya. We will cover the basic terms for immediate family members such as mother, father, brother, and sister, as well as extended family terms like aunt, uncle, and cousin. By the end of this lesson, you will be able to confidently talk about your family and address various family members in Tigrinya.

Vocabulary

Let's start by learning some basic Tigrinya vocabulary for family members. Familiarizing yourself with these terms will enable you to have meaningful conversations about your family and understand others when they talk about their own family.

Immediate Family

Here are the Tigrinya words for immediate family members:

Tigrinya	Pronunciation	English
እየሱ	eyyu	father
እናተ	enat	mother
ወንድ	wänd	son
ልጅ	lij	daughter
የቤት	yebet	house
ወንድም	wändim	child
እናት	enat	girl
ልጅም	lijim	boy
ልዩ	leyew	my
ልናስ	länas	your
ልክ	lək	his/her
እንሆ	enho	our
ልንሆ	lənho	your
ልናሆ	länho	their

Extended Family

In addition to immediate family members, it is important to know the terms for extended family members in Tigrinya. Here are some common ones:

Tigrinya	Pronunciation	English
የጀግና	yejigna	uncle
የሴት	yeset	aunt
የቤት ልጅ	yebet lij	cousin
የሴት ልጅ	yeset lij	cousin
የወንድ	yewänd	brother-in-law
የእናት	yenat	sister-in-law

Cultural Insights

Family holds great importance in Tigrinya culture. It is the foundation of society, and strong family ties are highly valued. In Tigrinya culture, it is common for extended family members to live together or in close proximity, fostering a sense of unity and support. Elders are highly respected and play a significant role in decision-making processes within the family.

Additionally, Tigrinya culture places a strong emphasis on filial piety, which is the respect and honor shown towards parents and elders. Children are expected to take care of their parents in their old age and maintain a strong bond with their immediate and extended family members.

Historically, the Tigrinya-speaking regions have been influenced by various civilizations, including the Aksumite Empire and the Ethiopian Empire. These influences have shaped Tigrinya culture, including its family structure and values.

Practice Exercises

Now it's time to practice what you've learned. Complete the following exercises to reinforce your understanding of Tigrinya family vocabulary.

Exercise 1: Match the Tigrinya word with its English translation.

• እየሱ
• እናተ
• ወንድ
• ልጅ
• የቤት
• ወንድም
• እናት
• ልጅም
• ልዩ
• ልናስ
• ልክ
• እንሆ
• ልንሆ
• ልናሆ

Solution:

• Father
• Mother
• Son
• Daughter
• House
• Child
• Girl
• Boy
• My
• Your
• His/Her
• Our
• Your
• Their

Exercise 2: Fill in the blank with the appropriate Tigrinya word. 1. የቤት ልጅ (yebet ___) - cousin 2. እናት (___) - girl 3. ልጅም (___) - boy 4. ልናስ (___) - your 5. እንሆ (___) - our

Solution: 1. lij 2. enat 3. lijim 4. länas 5. enho

Conclusion

Congratulations! You have successfully learned Tigrinya vocabulary for family members. Family plays a central role in Tigrinya culture, and knowing these terms will greatly enhance your ability to communicate in Tigrinya. Keep practicing and incorporating these words into your conversations to solidify your understanding. In the next lesson, we will explore Tigrinya vocabulary related to various types of relationships. Stay tuned!

Table of Contents - Tigrinya Course - 0 to A1

• Course Presentation

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Greetings and Introductions

• Basic Greetings
• Introducing Yourself

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Alphabet and Pronunciation

• Tigrinya Alphabet
• Pronunciation Rules

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Numbers and Time

• Numbers 1-10
• Telling Time

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Basic Sentence Structure

• Subject-Verb-Object
• Negation

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Common Verbs and Actions

• Basic Verbs
• Everyday Actions

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Asking Questions

• Question Words
• Yes/No Questions

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Food and Dining

• Common Foods
• Dining Phrases

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Tigrinya Culture and Traditions

• Important Holidays
• Traditional Clothing

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Nouns and Pronouns

• Noun Gender and Plurality
• Personal Pronouns

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Family and Relationships

• Family Members
• Relationship Terms

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Adjectives and Adverbs

• Descriptive Adjectives
• Adverbs of Time, Place, and Manner

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Travel and Transportation

• Modes of Transportation
• Travel Phrases

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Geography and History

• Geography of Eritrea and Ethiopia
• Historical Overview

Sources

• Tigrinya – English Picture Dictionary እንግሊዝኛ፡ ስእላዊ፡ መዝገ ...
• 50languages English UK - Tigrinya for beginners | Family Members ...
• Tigrinya Vocabulary

Other Lessons

• Colors
• Greetings
• Telling Time
• Animals
• Drinks
• Health
• How to Say Hello and Greetings
• Basic Verbs
• Fruits

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