Language/Western-frisian/Vocabulary/Education
Hi Western Frisian learners! 😊
In this lesson, we will focus on vocabulary related to education. You will learn words and expressions that are commonly used in a classroom setting, as well as phrases that will help you communicate with your teachers and classmates. We will also provide some interesting cultural information related to education in the Western Frisian-speaking regions. Let's get started!
Consider exploring these related pages after completing this lesson: Common Hobbies & Common Foods.
Vocabulary[edit | edit source]
Here are some essential words and phrases related to education in Western Frisian:
| Western Frisian | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| skoalle | /ˈskoːlə/ | school |
| klasse | /ˈklaːsə/ | class |
| leare | /ˈlɪərə/ | learn |
| les | /lɛs/ | lesson |
| fak | /fɑk/ | subject |
| berneboartersplak | /ˈbɛrnə(ŋ)bɔːr.tər.splɑk/ | kindergarten |
| basisskoalle | /ˈbɑsɪs.koːlə/ | primary school |
| middelbere skoalle | /ˌmɪd(ə)lbɛərə ˈskoːlə/ | middle school |
| hegere skoalle | /ˌheːɣərə ˈskoːlə/ | high school |
| stúdzje | /ˈsty:tʃjə/ | study |
| studint | /ˈsty:dɪnt/ | student |
| learkrêft | /ˈlɪər.krɛft/ | teacher |
| wittenskip | /ˈwɪtənskɪp/ | science |
| histoarje | /hɪsˈtoːrjə/ | history |
| taal | /ta:l/ | language |
| rekkentún | /ˈrɛkəntun/ | mathematics |
| eksamen | /ɛksɑmən/ | exam |
| rêding | /ˈreːdɪn/ | reading |
| skriuwen | /ˈskrɪu̯ən/ | writing |
| oantsjutting | /ˈoːnts.jʏtɪŋ/ | assignment |
| presintaasje | /prəsɪnˈtaːzjə/ | presentation |
| fakant | /ˈfa:kɑnt/ | specialist |
Interesting fact[edit | edit source]
In the Netherlands, the official language of instruction in schools is typically Dutch. However, in the province of Fryslân (Friesland), which is home to the majority of Western Frisian speakers, schools are required to offer education in the Frisian language. This includes not only lessons in the Frisian language itself, but also subjects such as history, geography, and mathematics taught in Frisian. This is part of the efforts made by the Dutch government to protect and promote linguistic diversity in the country.
Dialogue[edit | edit source]
Here's an example dialogue between a student and a teacher:
- Studint: Ik ha help nedich mei de eksamen. (I need help with the exam.)
- Learkrêft: Sis my wat helpingsto fersiket. (Tell me what kind of help you need.)
- Studint: Ik wol graach in pear ekstra lessen foar wiskunde. (I would like some extra math lessons.)
- Learkrêft: Natuerlik, dat kin regeld wurde. Wannear soest dat wolle? (Of course, that can be arranged. When would you like to have them?)
- Studint: Wolle skiedulearje it ienris in pear kear wyks foar de kommende trije wiken? (Can we schedule them a few times a week for the next three weeks?)
- Learkrêft: Ja, dat is mooglik. Ik sil it organisearje en dan lit ik it dy witte. (Yes, that's possible. I'll organize it and let you know.)
Further Study[edit | edit source]
To improve your Western Frisian Vocabulary, you can also use the Polyglot Club website. Find native speakers and ask them any questions!