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Wolof Vocabulary → Shopping and Commerce → Shopping Vocabulary

As a Wolof language teacher with over 20 years of experience, I always strive to make my lessons engaging by incorporating cultural information and interesting facts. In this lesson, you will learn the names of common goods and items to purchase in Wolof. Whether you're planning a trip to Senegal or simply interested in the Wolof language and culture, this lesson is for you!

Common Shopping Vocabulary

Below are some of the most common items you may need to purchase during your travels in Senegal, along with their Wolof translations and pronunciations:

Wolof	Pronunciation	English Translation
diine	dee-neh	Meat
juróom	joo-room	Fish
góor	gore	Vegetables
buweer ak jën	buh-weer ak jen	Fruits
kaw	kaw	Rice
njaboot	nyah-boot	Bread
këjëf	kedge-eff	Sugar
teem	tem	Salt
yàqeen	yah-keenn	Eggs
suukër	soo-ker	Milk
xaritu	har-ee-too	Juice
buum	boom	Water

• Please note that there are often many different ways to say the same thing in Wolof, depending on the region or context. The pronunciations given above are approximate and may vary slightly depending on the speaker.

Bargaining in Wolof

When shopping in Senegal, it's common to bargain with the seller to get the best possible price. Here are some useful phrases in Wolof to help you negotiate:

1. maangi ci jàngale nga? (What's your best price?)
2. mànde yàlla jëkk? (Can you lower the price?)
3. daan, am solo (Ok, deal!)
4. sa kanam (Too expensive)

Remember that bargaining is an important part of Senegalese culture, so don't be afraid to negotiate!

Learning the shopping vocabulary in Wolof is essential for anyone interested in the language and culture of Senegal. With this lesson, you're well on your way to speaking like a local and confidently navigating the markets and shops in Senegal. Happy shopping!

Table of Contents - Wolof Course - 0 to A1

• Course Presentation

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Introduction to Wolof

• Alphabet and Pronunciation
• Basic Sentence Structure

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Greetings and Introductions

• Common Greetings
• Introducing Yourself

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Wolof Cultural Norms

• Politeness and Respect
• Greetings and Social Etiquette

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Nouns and Pronouns

• Noun Classes
• Pronouns

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Family and Relationships

• Family Members
• Relationship Terms

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Family and Social Structure

• Family Roles
• Social Hierarchy

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Verbs and Tenses

• Regular Verbs
• Irregular Verbs
• Tenses

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Food and Dining

• Common Foods
• Eating and Drinking

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Wolof Cuisine and Dining Etiquette

• Traditional Dishes
• Dining Etiquette

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Adjectives and Adverbs

• Describing People and Things
• Describing Actions

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Travel and Transportation

• Modes of Transportation
• Travel Vocabulary

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Travel and Tourism in Wolof-Speaking Countries

• Popular Destinations
• Travel Tips

Related Lessons

• How to say Good Bye?
• Count to 10
• Vegetables
• Wolof survival phrases
• Useful phrases for beginners
• Family
• Means of Transportation
• Education Vocabulary
• Numbers
• Idiomatic Expressions

Sources

• Vocabulary Builder Wolof - Languages For Children | EuroTalk
• Wolof Academy — Learn Wolof online (@wolofacademy ...