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In our journey through the fascinating world of the Kazakh language, today we are diving into a topic that is not only practical but also essential: Basic Medical Vocabulary. Understanding medical terms is vital, especially if you find yourself in a situation where you need to communicate health issues, whether for personal reasons or while traveling in Kazakhstan. This lesson will equip you with the necessary vocabulary to describe common medical conditions and symptoms in Kazakh, ensuring you're prepared for any health-related conversations.

In this lesson, we'll cover:

• Key medical vocabulary related to symptoms and conditions.

• Examples of usage in sentences.

• Exercises to practice and reinforce your learning.

Let’s get started!

Key Medical Vocabulary

Understanding medical vocabulary begins with a solid foundation. Below is a list of essential medical terms that you will find useful.

Kazakh	Pronunciation	English
ауру	[aʊru]	disease
симптом	[sɪmptom]	symptom
дәрі	[dæri]	medicine
дәрігер	[dæriɡer]	doctor
емхана	[jemxana]	clinic
аурухана	[aʊruxana]	hospital
жара	[ʒɑra]	wound
қызба	[qɯzba]	fever
бас ауруы	[bɑs aʊruɪ]	headache
тамақ ауруы	[tɑmɑq aʊruɪ]	sore throat
күйік	[kʏɪk]	burn
аллергия	[ælerɡiya]	allergy
жөтел	[ʒøtel]	cough
тыныс алу	[tɯnɯs alu]	breath
жүрек	[ʒʊrek]	heart
қан	[qɑn]	blood
қысым	[qɯsɨm]	pressure
шұғыл жағдай	[ʃʊɡɯl ʒaɡdɑɪ]	emergency
вакцина	[vaɡtsɪnɑ]	vaccine
анализ	[anɑlɪz]	analysis
тексеру	[tekseru]	examination

These terms will form the core of your medical vocabulary in Kazakh. Let’s take a closer look at how to use them in sentences.

Example Sentences

Here are some examples showcasing how to use these medical terms in context:

1. Мен аурумын. (Men aūrumın.) - I am sick.

2. Дәрігер мені тексерді. (Däriɡer meni tekserdi.) - The doctor examined me.

3. Мені бас ауруы мазалайды. (Meni bas aūruı mazaalaydı.) - A headache bothers me.

4. Ол жара алды. (Ol zharā aldı.) - He got a wound.

5. Менде аллергия бар. (Mende alergiya bar.) - I have an allergy.

6. Дәрі ішіңіз. (Däri işiñiz.) - Take the medicine.

7. Ол қызбамен жатыр. (Ol qızbamen jatıra) - She has a fever.

8. Тыныс алу қиын. (Tınıs alu qıyın.) - It’s hard to breathe.

9. Жүрегім соғуда. (Jüregim soǵuda.) - My heart is beating.

10. Қан қысымым жоғары. (Qan qısıymım joǵarı.) - My blood pressure is high.

These sentences will help you practice the vocabulary in real-life situations.

Exercises and Practice Scenarios

Now that you’ve familiarized yourself with the vocabulary and example sentences, let’s solidify your understanding through some exercises.

Exercise 1: Vocabulary Matching

Match the Kazakh terms with their English meanings.

Kazakh	English
1. ауру	a. heart
2. дәрі	b. fever
3. қан	c. medicine
4. жүрек	d. disease
5. қызба	e. blood

Solution: 1-d, 2-c, 3-e, 4-a, 5-b

Exercise 2: Fill in the Blanks

Complete the sentences with the appropriate Kazakh words from the vocabulary list.

1. Мен ________ (headache) бар.

2. Дәрігер ________ (examination) өткізді.

3. Ол ________ (cough) ұстап тұр.

4. Мен ________ (hospital) барамын.

5. ________ (allergy) мені мазалайды.

Solution: 1. бас ауруы, 2. тексеру, 3. жөтел, 4. аурухана, 5. аллергия

Exercise 3: Translate the Sentences

Translate the following sentences from English to Kazakh.

1. I need medicine.

2. The clinic is nearby.

3. He has a wound.

4. My heart hurts.

5. There is an emergency.

Solution: 1. Маған дәрі керек. 2. Емхана жақын. 3. Оның жарасы бар. 4. Жүрегім ауырады. 5. Шұғыл жағдай бар.

Exercise 4: Create Sentences

Using the vocabulary list, create your own sentences for the following prompts:

1. Describe a symptom you have.

2. Talk about a visit to the doctor.

3. Explain a health issue in your family.

Solution: (Answers will vary based on student creativity)

Exercise 5: Role Play

Pair up with a partner and role-play a scenario where one of you is a doctor and the other is a patient. Use at least five vocabulary words from the lesson.

Solution: (Performance will vary based on student interaction)

Exercise 6: True or False

Determine whether the following statements are true or false.

1. The word for "medicine" in Kazakh is "дәрі". (True)

2. "Аурухана" means "clinic". (False)

3. "Жара" translates to "wound". (True)

4. "Қан" means "heart". (False)

5. "Аллергия" refers to "fever". (False)

Solution: 1. True, 2. False, 3. True, 4. False, 5. False

Exercise 7: Vocabulary Quiz

Answer the following questions.

1. What is the Kazakh word for "doctor"?

2. How do you say "sore throat" in Kazakh?

3. What does "күйік" mean in English?

4. Translate "I have a fever" to Kazakh.

5. What is the word for "blood" in Kazakh?

Solution: 1. дәрігер, 2. тамақ ауруы, 3. burn, 4. Менде қызба бар., 5. қан

Exercise 8: Group Discussion

In small groups, discuss the importance of knowing medical vocabulary when traveling. Share personal experiences.

Solution: (Group discussions will vary)

Exercise 9: Write a Short Paragraph

Write a short paragraph about a time you visited the doctor, using at least three vocabulary words.

Solution: (Responses will vary)

Exercise 10: Reflection

Reflect on what you learned in this lesson. Write down three medical terms you found most interesting and why.

Solution: (Responses will vary)

As we conclude our lesson on Basic Medical Vocabulary, remember that having these words at your disposal will empower you in various situations. Practice regularly, and don’t hesitate to revisit this vocabulary as needed.

Table of Contents - Kazakh Course - 0 to A1

• Course Presentation

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Kazakh Pronunciation

• Consonants
• Vowels
• Stress and Intonation

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Greetings and Basic Expressions

• Meeting and Greeting
• Expressions for Asking Questions
• Numbers and Counting

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Kazakh Cases

• Nominative Case
• Accusative Case
• Genitive Case
• Dative Case
• Locative Case
• Instrumental Case

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Food and Drink

• Basic Food Vocabulary
• Restaurant Phrases
• Cooking Verbs

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Verbs

• Present Tense
• Past Tense
• Future Tense
• Imperative Mood

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Traditions and Customs

• Wedding Celebrations
• Festivals and Holidays
• Music and Dance
• Cuisine and Culinary Art

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Family and Relationships

• Basic Family Vocabulary
• Romantic Relationships
• Friendship and Socializing

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Adjectives

• Attributive and Predicative Adjectives
• Comparative and Superlative Degrees
• Possessive Adjectives

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Traveling and Directions

• Transportation Vocabulary
• Asking for and Giving Directions
• Accommodation and Lodging

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Pronouns

• Personal Pronouns
• Demonstrative Pronouns

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Shopping and Consumerism

• Basic Shopping Vocabulary
• Sizes and Measurements
• Money and Payments

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Art and Literature

• Famous Writers and Poets
• Folk Tales and Legends
• Visual Arts and Crafts

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Adverbs

• General Adverbs
• Temporal Adverbs
• Modal Adverbs

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Health and Medical Emergencies

• Basic Medical Vocabulary
• Expressions for Medical Emergencies

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Sports and Recreation

• Popular Sports in Kazakhstan
• Traditional Games and Pastimes
• Entertainment and Nightlife

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Prepositions and Postpositions

• Simple Prepositions
• Compound Prepositions and Postpositions

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Nature and Environment

• Basic Nature Vocabulary
• Weather Expressions
• Ecology and Conservation Terms

Sources

• Kazakh Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

Other Lessons

• Expressions for Asking Questions
• Idiomatic Expressions
• Weather Expressions
• Colors
• Basic Family Vocabulary
• Family
• Meeting and Greeting
• Expressions for Medical Emergencies
• Ecology and Conservation Terms
• Basic Shopping Vocabulary

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