Language/Wolof/Vocabulary/Animals
🤗 Jama ngaam! (hello) Wolof learners,
Welcome to today's lesson where you will learn some essential vocabulary related to animals, birds, and fishes in Wolof. Wolof is the native language of the Wolof people and is predominantly spoken in Senegal, Mauritania, and the Gambia, which are all countries with rich and diverse wildlife. By expanding your Wolof vocabulary to include the names of these animals, you will gain a deeper appreciation of the language, culture, and natural beauty of this vibrant region. From the majestic elephants and lions of the savannahs to the elusive chimpanzees and forest antelopes, West Africa is home to a fascinating array of wild animals that are integral to the local ecosystems and cultures. So, let's get started and discover the fascinating world of animals, birds, and fishes in Wolof. Happy learning!
Don't hesitate to look into these other pages after completing this lesson: Occupations & Modes of Transportation.
Wild animals in West Africa[edit | edit source]
West Africa is home to a rich and diverse array of wild animals, ranging from the iconic savannah species to the lesser-known forest dwellers. Here are some examples of the fascinating wildlife you can find in West Africa:
- Elephants: West Africa is home to both forest and savannah elephants, which are the largest land animals on the planet. These majestic creatures are a symbol of strength and intelligence.
- Lions: The king of the savannah, lions are powerful predators that hunt in groups and are known for their distinctive manes. They are an important part of West African culture and folklore.
- Giraffes: These elegant animals are easily recognizable by their long necks and spotted coats. They are the tallest mammals on earth and are found in both savannah and forest habitats.
- Chimpanzees: West Africa is one of the few places in the world where you can find wild chimpanzees. These intelligent primates are our closest living relatives and are known for their tool-making abilities.
- Crocodiles: These prehistoric-looking reptiles can be found in rivers and lakes throughout West Africa. They are powerful predators and are considered sacred in some cultures.
- Hippos: These massive herbivores are found in rivers and lakes throughout West Africa. They are known for their aggressive behavior and are considered one of the most dangerous animals in Africa.
- Antelopes: There are many species of antelopes found in West Africa, ranging from the tiny duikers to the large and graceful kudus. These animals are an important source of food and are also hunted for sport.
- Monkeys: West Africa is home to many species of monkeys, including baboons, colobus monkeys, and guenons. These intelligent animals are known for their social behavior and their ability to adapt to a wide range of habitats.
These are just a few examples of the incredible wildlife that can be found in West Africa. From the savannahs to the forests, this region is home to a rich variety of animals that are integral to the local cultures and ecosystems.
Animals Vocabulary in Wolof[edit | edit source]
- Animal = mala mi
Wolof (Wolofal: ولوفل) | English |
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baaxoñ bi | raven |
banjóóli bi, baa bi | ostrich |
berkelle bi | mule |
béy, bëy wi | goat |
bukki bi | hyena |
bukki bi | hyena |
buuj bi | (sea)shell |
cokkeer bi | partridge |
coy mi, seku bi | parrot |
cuuj bi | chick |
dàngin | gorilla |
dàngin | gorilla |
fasu-àll wi | zebra |
fasu-àll wi | zebra |
fel wi | fleas |
gaynde gi , gar gi | lion |
gaynde-gééj gi | shark |
géléemu-maam-yàlla bi | praying mantis |
giléem, géléem gi | camel |
giléem, géléem gi | camel |
golo gi, (ndinki) | monkey, ape |
jaan ji | snake |
jaar ji | striped ground squirrel |
jasig ji | crocodile |
jaxaay ji | eagle |
junqóob bi, koti bi | crab |
kanaara gi | drake |
kéwél gi | gazelle |
kooba gi | antelope |
kooba gi | antelope |
koppin bi | turkey |
léebéer bi | hippopotamus |
léebéer bi | hippopotamus |
lëg bi | hare |
lënd wi | spider web, cobweb |
looy, xargeej | owl |
maf mi | hawk, falcon |
mbaam-àll mi | warthog |
mbaam-sëf mi | donkey, (ass) |
mbaam-xuux mi | pig |
mbonnatu-ndox mi | sea turtle |
mbonnatu-suuf mi | land turtle, tortoise |
mbóot mi | cockroach |
mbote mi, (mburtu) | lamb |
mbott mi | frog, toad |
mellentaan wi | little black ant |
muus mi, wund wi, janaab ji | cat |
naat bi | guineafowl |
nag wi | cow |
nagu-àll wi | buffalo |
ñey wi | elephant |
ngaaga li | whale |
ngëj mi | marabou stork |
ngëj mi | marabou stork |
ngumbaan-tooye bi, (rebes) | snail |
nguri li | wasp |
njamala gi | giraffe |
njéeréer bi | desert locust |
njombor gi | rabbit |
njugub bi | bat |
pax mi | burrow |
piipa bi | dolphin |
saafaandu gi | African "wild dog" |
segg mi | leopard, |
séll wi | calf |
séq gi | rooster, (cockerel) |
sindax bi | lizard |
sippax bi | shrimp, prawn |
soccent bi | grasshopper |
sugum si | beehive |
suñel bi | hedgehog |
tàgg bi | nest |
tan mi | vulture |
tééñ bi | lice |
tene mi | cheetah |
terëx bi | flamingo |
till gi | jackal |
wajan wi | mare |
wànga-lànga wi | rhinoceros |
waxandor wi | tuna |
wel wi | fennec fox |
weñ wi | fly |
weteñ wi | tick |
xàbban bi | ox |
xaj bi | dog |
xanqel bi | duck |
xar mi | sheep |
xar mu-jigéén | ewe |
xojox gi | squirrel of Gambia |
xund-xund bi | dragonfly |
xuyéntaan bi | firefly |
yamb wi | bee |
yëkk wi | bull |
yoo wi | mosquito |
xaj bi | dog |
kuti bi | puppy |
muus mi, wund wi, janaab ji | cat |
kaña gi | rat |
jinax ji | mouse |
mbaam-sëf mi
cumbur mi |
donkey, (ass) |
berkelle bi | mule |
fas wi | horse |
wajan wi | mare |
mool wi | foal |
yëkk wi | bull |
xàbban bi | ox |
nag wi | cow |
séll wi | calf |
sàmm(kat) bi | sheepherder, shepherd |
xar mi | sheep |
xar mu-jigéén | ewe |
mbote mi, (mburtu) | lamb |
béy, bëy wi | goat |
tef bi | kid |
mbaam-xuux mi | pig |
mbaam-àll mi | warthog |
pax mi | burrow |
njombor gi
lëg bi |
rabbit
hare |
suñel bi | hedgehog |
wel wi | fennec fox |
picc mi - bird[edit | edit source]
Wolof (Wolofal: ولوفل) | English |
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tàgg bi | nest |
jaxaay ji | eagle |
maf mi | hawk, falcon |
tan mi | vulture |
looy, xargeej | owl |
baaxoñ bi | raven |
petax mi | pigeon |
cokkeer bi | partridge |
naat bi | guineafowl |
koppin bi | turkey |
séq gi | rooster, (cockerel) |
ganaar gi | hen |
cuuj bi | chick |
kanaara gi
xanqel bi |
drake
duck |
jën wi - fish[edit | edit source]
Wolof (Wolofal: ولوفل) | English |
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waxandor wi | tuna |
gaynde-gééj gi | shark |
piipa bi | dolphin |
ngaaga li | whale |
junqóob bi, koti bi | crab |
sippax bi | shrimp, prawn |
mbonnatu-ndox mi
mbonnatu-suuf mi |
sea turtle
land turtle, tortoise |
buuj bi | (sea)shell |
ngumbaan-tooye bi, (rebes) | snail |
watar | leech |
jaan ji | snake |
kàkkatar bi | chameleon |
unk bi | gecko |
sindax bi | lizard |
mbott mi | frog, toad |
gunóór gi, (gasax, gesax) - insects[edit | edit source]
Wolof (Wolofal: ولوفل) | English |
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njéeréer bi | desert locust |
soccent bi | grasshopper |
mellentaan wi | little black ant |
max mi | termites |
weñ wi | fly |
lëpp-lëpp bi | butterfly |
xund-xund bi | dragonfly |
xuyéntaan bi | firefly |
sugum si | beehive |
yamb wi | bee |
nguri li | wasp |
yoo wi | mosquito |
tééñ bi | lice |
fel wi | fleas |
weteñ wi | tick |
mbóot mi | cockroach |
jargoñ gi
lënd wi |
spider
spider web, cobweb |
géléemu-maam-yàlla bi | praying mantis |
jiit ji | scorpion |
Videos[edit | edit source]
Animal names. ✍️ les nom des animaux[edit | edit source]
Le nom des animaux en Wolof et en Français[edit | edit source]
Other Lessons[edit | edit source]
- Useful phrases for beginners
- Marital Status
- Numbers
- Occupations
- Drinks
- Vegetables
- Verbs
- Weather
- Fruits
- Useful Interjections