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Hi [https://polyglotclub.com/language/lingala Lingala] learners! 😊 | |||
In this lesson, we will cover the vocabulary related to fruits in Lingala. Fruits are a vital part of a healthy diet and it's essential to know their names as they are commonly used in daily conversations. | |||
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== Vocabulary == | <span link>Finish this lesson and explore these related pages: [[Language/Lingala/Vocabulary/Family|Family]] & [[Language/Lingala/Vocabulary/Street-life|Street life]].</span> | ||
== Lingala Vocabulary - Fruits == | |||
Let's start with some important vocabulary related to fruits: | |||
{| class="wikitable" | {| class="wikitable" | ||
! Lingala !! Pronunciation !! English | |||
|- | |||
| Nzambi || Nzambi || Fruit | |||
|- | |- | ||
| Mongo || Monɡo || Mango | |||
|- | |- | ||
| | | Nsaku || Nsaku || Pineapple | ||
|- | |- | ||
| | | Mpompon || Mpompon || Grape | ||
|- | |- | ||
| | | Limoni || Limoni || Lemon | ||
|- | |- | ||
| | | Ndolo || Ndolo || Banana | ||
|- | |- | ||
| | | Aziza || Aziza || Pineapple crème brûlée | ||
|- | |||
| Mangola || Ma᷈ŋɡula || Orange | |||
|- | |||
| Papanasi || Papanasi || Papaya | |||
|- | |||
| Limonade || Limonade || Lime | |||
|} | |} | ||
Now that you know the individual names of the fruits let's create a dialogue to see them in context: | |||
* Person 1: Nazali koleka mango mingi mingi. (<i>I like to eat mangoes a lot.</i>) | |||
* Person 2: Na sala biso ndolo ezali malembe-malembe. (<i>Let's buy some bananas, they are ripe.</i>) | |||
* Person 1: Eko, nazali koleka meloni mingi mingi! (<i>Yes, I really like to eat watermelons a lot!</i>) | |||
It's also important to know the different words associated with the concept of fruits that are commonly used in day-to-day conversations, so let's take a look at those too: | |||
{| class="wikitable" | {| class="wikitable" | ||
! Lingala !! Pronunciation !! English | |||
|- | |- | ||
| Ndako || Ndako || Ripe / Mature | |||
| | |||
| | |||
| | |||
|- | |- | ||
| | | Nani || Nani || Raw | ||
|- | |- | ||
| | | Kozala sololá || Koza᷈la sololá || To be juicy | ||
|- | |- | ||
| | | Kozala sucré || Koza᷈la sucre || To be sweet | ||
|} | |} | ||
== | == Interesting Facts about Fruits == | ||
- Pineapple is native to South America and was first named "Ananas" by European explorers before being renamed "pineapple". | |||
- Mangoes are one of the most popular fruits in the world and are known for their delicious flavor and juiciness. | |||
- The banana is the world's most popular fruit and is grown in over 150 countries. | |||
- Watermelons contain about 92% water and are rich in vitamins A and C. | |||
- Grapes are one of the oldest fruits in the world and were first cultivated over 6,000 years ago in what is now known as the Middle East. | |||
- The orange is a hybrid fruit that originated in ancient China and is now grown in many parts of the world. | |||
To improve your [[Language/Lingala|Lingala]] [[Language/Lingala/Vocabulary|Vocabulary]], you can also use the [https://polyglotclub.com Polyglot Club] website. [https://polyglotclub.com/find-friends.php?search=send&d=0&f=36&offre1=75 Find native speakers] and ask them any [https://polyglotclub.com/language/lingala/question questions]! | To improve your [[Language/Lingala|Lingala]] [[Language/Lingala/Vocabulary|Vocabulary]], you can also use the [https://polyglotclub.com Polyglot Club] website. [https://polyglotclub.com/find-friends.php?search=send&d=0&f=36&offre1=75 Find native speakers] and ask them any [https://polyglotclub.com/language/lingala/question questions]! | ||
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==Sources== | |||
* [https://polyglotclub.com/wiki/Language/Lingala/Vocabulary/Fruits Lingala Vocabulary - Fruits] | |||
* [https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Appendix:Lingala_Swadesh_list Appendix:Lingala Swadesh list - Wiktionary] | |||
* [https://polyglotclub.com/wiki/Language/Lingala/Vocabulary/Food Lingala Vocabulary - Food] | |||
<hr>➡ If you have any questions, please ask them in the comments section below.<br>➡ Feel free to edit this wiki page if you think it can be improved. 😎 | |||
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===LEARN LINGALA - FOODS PT.2 (FRUITS & VEGETABLES) - YouTube=== | ===LEARN LINGALA - FOODS PT.2 (FRUITS & VEGETABLES) - YouTube=== | ||
<youtube>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=182gm4wRlP0</youtube> | <youtube>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=182gm4wRlP0</youtube> | ||
==Other Lessons== | |||
* [[Language/Lingala/Vocabulary/Numbers|Numbers]] | |||
* [[Language/Lingala/Vocabulary/God-and-Religion|God and Religion]] | |||
* [[Language/Lingala/Vocabulary/Feelings-and-Emotions|Feelings and Emotions]] | |||
* [[Language/Lingala/Vocabulary/Comprehension|Comprehension]] | |||
* [[Language/Lingala/Vocabulary/It’s-a-miracle!|It’s a miracle!]] | |||
* [[Language/Lingala/Vocabulary/Family|Family]] | |||
* [[Language/Lingala/Vocabulary/Sorcery-and-witchcraft|Sorcery and witchcraft]] | |||
* [[Language/Lingala/Vocabulary/How-to-say-Good-Bye?|How to say Good Bye?]] | |||
* [[Language/Lingala/Vocabulary/How-to-Say-Hello-and-Greetings|How to Say Hello and Greetings]] | |||
* [[Language/Lingala/Vocabulary/Weather|Weather]] | |||
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Latest revision as of 21:58, 27 March 2023
Hi Lingala learners! 😊
In this lesson, we will cover the vocabulary related to fruits in Lingala. Fruits are a vital part of a healthy diet and it's essential to know their names as they are commonly used in daily conversations.
Finish this lesson and explore these related pages: Family & Street life.
Lingala Vocabulary - Fruits[edit | edit source]
Let's start with some important vocabulary related to fruits:
Lingala | Pronunciation | English |
---|---|---|
Nzambi | Nzambi | Fruit |
Mongo | Monɡo | Mango |
Nsaku | Nsaku | Pineapple |
Mpompon | Mpompon | Grape |
Limoni | Limoni | Lemon |
Ndolo | Ndolo | Banana |
Aziza | Aziza | Pineapple crème brûlée |
Mangola | Ma᷈ŋɡula | Orange |
Papanasi | Papanasi | Papaya |
Limonade | Limonade | Lime |
Now that you know the individual names of the fruits let's create a dialogue to see them in context:
- Person 1: Nazali koleka mango mingi mingi. (I like to eat mangoes a lot.)
- Person 2: Na sala biso ndolo ezali malembe-malembe. (Let's buy some bananas, they are ripe.)
- Person 1: Eko, nazali koleka meloni mingi mingi! (Yes, I really like to eat watermelons a lot!)
It's also important to know the different words associated with the concept of fruits that are commonly used in day-to-day conversations, so let's take a look at those too:
Lingala | Pronunciation | English |
---|---|---|
Ndako | Ndako | Ripe / Mature |
Nani | Nani | Raw |
Kozala sololá | Koza᷈la sololá | To be juicy |
Kozala sucré | Koza᷈la sucre | To be sweet |
Interesting Facts about Fruits[edit | edit source]
- Pineapple is native to South America and was first named "Ananas" by European explorers before being renamed "pineapple".
- Mangoes are one of the most popular fruits in the world and are known for their delicious flavor and juiciness.
- The banana is the world's most popular fruit and is grown in over 150 countries.
- Watermelons contain about 92% water and are rich in vitamins A and C.
- Grapes are one of the oldest fruits in the world and were first cultivated over 6,000 years ago in what is now known as the Middle East.
- The orange is a hybrid fruit that originated in ancient China and is now grown in many parts of the world.
To improve your Lingala Vocabulary, you can also use the Polyglot Club website. Find native speakers and ask them any questions!
Sources[edit | edit source]
➡ If you have any questions, please ask them in the comments section below.
➡ Feel free to edit this wiki page if you think it can be improved. 😎
Videos[edit | edit source]
LEARN LINGALA - FOODS PT.2 (FRUITS & VEGETABLES) - YouTube[edit | edit source]
Other Lessons[edit | edit source]
- Numbers
- God and Religion
- Feelings and Emotions
- Comprehension
- It’s a miracle!
- Family
- Sorcery and witchcraft
- How to say Good Bye?
- How to Say Hello and Greetings
- Weather