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Introduction[edit | edit source]

In this lesson, we will learn how to give and ask for directions in Urdu. Being able to navigate and understand directions is essential when traveling or exploring new places. By the end of this lesson, you will have a solid understanding of vocabulary related to locations, landmarks, and navigation in Urdu. So let's get started!

Vocabulary[edit | edit source]

To effectively give and ask for directions in Urdu, it's important to familiarize yourself with key vocabulary words. Below are some essential words and phrases you'll need to know:

Locations[edit | edit source]

Here are some common words for different types of locations:

Urdu	Pronunciation	English
مکان	"makān"	place
جگہ	"jagah"	spot
سٹی	"sṭi"	city
گلی	"gali"	street
بازار	"bāzār"	market
پارک	"pārk"	park
مسجد	"masjid"	mosque
متحرک گاڑی کا اسٹینڈ	"mutaharrik gāṛī kā asṭīnd"	bus stop
ٹرین سٹیشن	"ṭren sṭēśan"	train station
ہوٹل	"hoṭel"	hotel
بینک	"beṅk"	bank

Directions[edit | edit source]

Knowing how to ask for and understand directions is crucial. Here are some important words and phrases related to directions:

Urdu	Pronunciation	English
دائیں	"dāīn"	right
بائیں	"bāīn"	left
سیدھا	"sēdhā"	straight
موڑ	"mōṛ"	turn
مقام	"maqām"	location
کہاں	"kahān"	where
کہاں تک	"kahān tak"	how far
کتنا دور	"kitnā dur"	how long
کس طرف	"kas ṭaraf"	which way

Landmarks[edit | edit source]

Landmarks are useful when giving or following directions. Here are some common landmarks in Urdu:

Urdu	Pronunciation	English
مسجد	"masjid"	mosque
مدرسہ	"madrasa"	school
ہسپتال	"haspatal"	hospital
میں ٹیکسی کا اسٹینڈ	"meṅ ṭeksi kā asṭīnd"	taxi stand
پولیس سٹیشن	"poliś sṭēśan"	police station
چوک	"chowk"	intersection
برج	"burj"	tower
پارک	"pārk"	park
جھیل	"jhīl"	lake

Giving Directions[edit | edit source]

Now that we have learned some essential vocabulary, let's practice giving directions in Urdu. Here are a few examples to help you get started:

1. Go straight: سیدھا جاؤ (sēdhā jāo) 2. Turn left: بائیں موڑ لو (bāīn mōṛ lō) 3. Turn right: دائیں موڑ لو (dāīn mōṛ lō) 4. It's on the left: یہ بائیں طرف ہے (yah bāīn ṭaraf hai) 5. It's on the right: یہ دائیں طرف ہے (yah dāīn ṭaraf hai) 6. It's straight ahead: یہ سیدھا سامنے ہے (yah sēdhā sāmnē hai) 7. It's near the mosque: یہ مسجد کے قریب ہے (yah masjid kē qarīb hai) 8. It's far from here: یہ یہاں سے دور ہے (yah yahān sē dur hai)

Asking for Directions[edit | edit source]

Now, let's practice asking for directions in Urdu. Here are a few examples to help you get started:

1. Excuse me, where is the bank? معزرت، بینک کہاں ہے؟ (maʿzrat, beṅk kahān hai?) 2. Can you tell me the way to the hotel? کیا آپ مجھے ہوٹل کا راستہ بتا سکتے ہیں؟ (kyā āp mujhē hoṭel kā rāstah batā saktē haiṅ?) 3. How far is the train station from here? ٹرین سٹیشن یہاں سے کتنا دور ہے؟ (ṭrēn sṭēśan yahān sē kitnā dur hai?) 4. Which way should I go to reach the market? میں بازار پہنچنے کے لئے کس طرف جانا چاہئے؟ (mēṅ bāzār pahunchē kē līyē kas ṭaraf jānā cāhiyē?)

Cultural Insights[edit | edit source]

When navigating through Urdu-speaking countries, it's important to consider the cultural aspects of giving and asking for directions. Here are a few cultural insights to keep in mind:

1. Politeness: It is customary to greet and exchange pleasantries before asking for directions. Saying "Salam" or "Adab" before asking for help is considered polite. 2. Landmarks: Urdu speakers often use landmarks as reference points instead of relying solely on street names. Landmarks like mosques, schools, and parks are commonly used to give directions. 3. Hospitality: If you're lost or in need of directions, don't hesitate to approach locals. Urdu-speaking people are generally friendly and helpful towards tourists and visitors.

Practice Exercises[edit | edit source]

Now it's time to practice what you've learned! Try to answer the following questions and complete the exercises:

1. Translate the following English sentences into Urdu: a) Turn right at the intersection. b) How far is the park from here? c) The hotel is on the left.

2. Ask for directions to the following places in Urdu: a) The train station b) The market

Solution[edit | edit source]

1. Translation: a) چوک پر دائیں موڑ لیں۔ (chowk par dāīn mōṛ lēṅ) b) یہاں سے پارک کتنا دور ہے؟ (yahān sē pārk kitnā dur hai?) c) ہوٹل بائیں طرف ہے۔ (hoṭel bāīn ṭaraf hai)

2. Asking for directions: a) ٹرین سٹیشن کہاں ہے؟ (ṭren sṭēśan kahān hai?) b) بازار کا راستہ بتا سکتے ہیں؟ (bāzār kā rāstah batā saktē haiṅ?)

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

Congratulations! You have now learned how to give and ask for directions in Urdu. Navigating through Urdu-speaking countries will be much easier with this new vocabulary. Make sure to practice speaking and listening to reinforce what you've learned. Keep up the good work and continue exploring the rich language and culture of Urdu!

Table of Contents - Urdu Course - 0 to A1[edit source]

Course Presentation

Introduction to Urdu Script

Basic Vocabulary

Basic Sentence Structure

Everyday Vocabulary

Forming Questions and Negations

Travel and Transportation

Urdu Culture and Traditions

Videos[edit | edit source]

Following and Giving Directions|Functional English in Hindi Urdu ...[edit | edit source]

Directions in Arabic | Urdu | English North South East West Up Down ...[edit | edit source]

Urdu Dictionary | Directions name in Urdu • Mojiza • Karamat ...[edit | edit source]

Sources[edit | edit source]

Other Lessons[edit | edit source]

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-As a frequent traveler, I understand the importance of being able to give and understand directions. It can be daunting, especially in a foreign country where you don't speak the language. In this lesson, I will teach you some essential Urdu vocabulary related to locations, landmarks, and navigation to help you navigate Urdu-speaking countries with confidence.
+== Introduction ==
-== Asking for Directions ==
+In this lesson, we will learn how to give and ask for directions in Urdu. Being able to navigate and understand directions is essential when traveling or exploring new places. By the end of this lesson, you will have a solid understanding of vocabulary related to locations, landmarks, and navigation in Urdu. So let's get started!
-Let's start with some phrases and questions you can use to ask for directions:
+== Vocabulary ==
-* <b>Kya aap meri madad kar sakte hain?</b> - Can you help me?
+To effectively give and ask for directions in Urdu, it's important to familiarize yourself with key vocabulary words. Below are some essential words and phrases you'll need to know:
-* <b>Kya aap bata sakte hain, ____ kahan hai?</b> - Can you tell me where ____ is?
-* <b>___ kis taraf hai?</b> - Which way is ___?
-* <b>Yahan se _____ door/hai?</b> - Is _____ far from here?
-Here, you can replace the blank space with the name of the place you are looking for, such as a specific street, park, or restaurant.
+=== Locations ===
-Let's practice some examples:
+Here are some common words for different types of locations:
 {| class="wikitable"
 ! Urdu !! Pronunciation !! English
 |-
-| کیا آپ میری مدد کر سکتے ہیں؟ || "kya aap meri madad kar sakte hain?" || Can you help me?
+| مکان || "makān" || place
+|-
+| جگہ || "jagah" || spot
+|-
+| سٹی || "sṭi" || city
 |-
-| کیا آپ بتا سکتے ہیں، ایکس کہاں ہے؟ || "kya aap bata sakte hain, X kahan hai?" || Can you tell me where X is?
+| گلی || "gali" || street
 |-
-| یہاں سے وائے ڈی ایس کتنی دور ہے؟ || "yahan se waaye D.S kitni door hai?" || Is Waaye D.S far from here?
+| بازار || "bāzār" || market
+|-
+| پارک || "pārk" || park
+|-
+| مسجد || "masjid" || mosque
+|-
+| متحرک گاڑی کا اسٹینڈ || "mutaharrik gāṛī kā asṭīnd" || bus stop
+|-
+| ٹرین سٹیشن || "ṭren sṭēśan" || train station
+|-
+| ہوٹل || "hoṭel" || hotel
+|-
+| بینک || "beṅk" || bank
 |}
-== Giving Directions ==
+=== Directions ===
-Now that you know how to ask for directions, it's equally important to know how to give directions in Urdu. Here are some phrases and sentences to help you:
+Knowing how to ask for and understand directions is crucial. Here are some important words and phrases related to directions:
-* <b>Yahan se seedha jaaiye.</b> - Go straight from here.
-* <b>Baaye taraf jaaiye.</b> - Go to the left.
-* <b>Daaye taraf jaaiye.</b> - Go to the right.
-* <b>U-turn lein.</b> - Take a U-turn.
-* <b>Iss rastay par chalte jaaiye.</b> - Keep going on this road.
-These phrases will come in handy when you want to guide someone to a particular location or landmark. To make things clearer, let's go through some examples:
 {| class="wikitable"
 ! Urdu !! Pronunciation !! English
 |-
-| محلہ صدر سے، یہاں سے سیدھا جائیں۔ || "Muhallah Sadar se, yahan se seedha jaaiye." || Go straight from Muhallah Sadar, starting from here.
+| دائیں || "dāīn" || right
+|-
+| بائیں || "bāīn" || left
+|-
+| سیدھا || "sēdhā" || straight
 |-
-| فلم پارک سے بائیں طرف جائیے۔ || "Film Park se baayein taraf jaaiye." || Go left from Film Park.
+| موڑ || "mōṛ" || turn
 |-
-| موٹل اسلام آباد سے دائیں طرف جائیے۔ || "Motel Islamabad se Daayein taraf jaaiye." || Go right from Motel Islamabad.
+| مقام || "maqām" || location
 |-
-|  یہاں سے یو-ٹرن لیں۔ || "Yahan se U-turn lein." || Take a U-turn from here.
+| کہاں || "kahān" || where
 |-
-| اِس راستے پر چلتے جائیں۔ || "Iss rastay par chalte jaaiye." || Keep going on this road.
+| کہاں تک || "kahān tak" || how far
+|-
+| کتنا دور || "kitnā dur" || how long
+|-
+| کس طرف || "kas ṭaraf" || which way
 |}
-== Locations and Landmarks ==
+=== Landmarks ===
-It's important to know the names of some common locations and landmarks in Urdu. Here are some examples:
+Landmarks are useful when giving or following directions. Here are some common landmarks in Urdu:
 {| class="wikitable"
 ! Urdu !! Pronunciation !! English
 |-
-| بازار || "bazaar" || Market
+| مسجد || "masjid" || mosque
 |-
-| بس اسٹاپ || "bus stop" || Bus Stop
+| مدرسہ || "madrasa" || school
 |-
-| پارک || "park" || Park
+| ہسپتال || "haspatal" || hospital
 |-
-| مسجد || "masjid" || Mosque
+| میں ٹیکسی کا اسٹینڈ || "meṅ ṭeksi kā asṭīnd" || taxi stand
 |-
-| ریلوے اسٹیشن || "railway station" || Railway Station
+| پولیس سٹیشن || "poliś sṭēśan" || police station
-|}
-Keep in mind that Urdu is a diverse language, and different regions may have different ways of saying the same thing. Therefore, it's always a good idea to ask locals for help if you're unsure of a particular word.
-It's also important to know the words for different directions in Urdu, such as East, West, North, and South. Here are the Urdu words for the directions:
-{| class="wikitable"
-! Urdu !! Pronunciation !! English
 |-
-| مشرق || "mashriq" || East
+| چوک || "chowk" || intersection
 |-
-| مغرب || "maghrib" || West
+| برج || "burj" || tower
 |-
-| شمال || "shumaal" || North
+| پارک || "pārk" || park
 |-
-| جنوب || "junub" || South
+| جھیل || "jhīl" || lake
 |}
-Try practicing your knowledge of these words by giving and receiving directions using the vocabulary you've learned so far.
+== Giving Directions ==
+Now that we have learned some essential vocabulary, let's practice giving directions in Urdu. Here are a few examples to help you get started:
+. Go straight: سیدھا جاؤ (sēdhā jāo)
+. Turn left: بائیں موڑ لو (bāīn mōṛ lō)
+. Turn right: دائیں موڑ لو (dāīn mōṛ lō)
+. It's on the left: یہ بائیں طرف ہے (yah bāīn ṭaraf hai)
+. It's on the right: یہ دائیں طرف ہے (yah dāīn ṭaraf hai)
+. It's straight ahead: یہ سیدھا سامنے ہے (yah sēdhā sāmnē hai)
+. It's near the mosque: یہ مسجد کے قریب ہے (yah masjid kē qarīb hai)
+. It's far from here: یہ یہاں سے دور ہے (yah yahān sē dur hai)
+== Asking for Directions ==
+Now, let's practice asking for directions in Urdu. Here are a few examples to help you get started:
+. Excuse me, where is the bank? معزرت، بینک کہاں ہے؟ (maʿzrat, beṅk kahān hai?)
+. Can you tell me the way to the hotel? کیا آپ مجھے ہوٹل کا راستہ بتا سکتے ہیں؟ (kyā āp mujhē hoṭel kā rāstah batā saktē haiṅ?)
+. How far is the train station from here? ٹرین سٹیشن یہاں سے کتنا دور ہے؟ (ṭrēn sṭēśan yahān sē kitnā dur hai?)
+. Which way should I go to reach the market? میں بازار پہنچنے کے لئے کس طرف جانا چاہئے؟ (mēṅ bāzār pahunchē kē līyē kas ṭaraf jānā cāhiyē?)
+== Cultural Insights ==
+When navigating through Urdu-speaking countries, it's important to consider the cultural aspects of giving and asking for directions. Here are a few cultural insights to keep in mind:
+. Politeness: It is customary to greet and exchange pleasantries before asking for directions. Saying "Salam" or "Adab" before asking for help is considered polite.
+. Landmarks: Urdu speakers often use landmarks as reference points instead of relying solely on street names. Landmarks like mosques, schools, and parks are commonly used to give directions.
+. Hospitality: If you're lost or in need of directions, don't hesitate to approach locals. Urdu-speaking people are generally friendly and helpful towards tourists and visitors.
+== Practice Exercises ==
+Now it's time to practice what you've learned! Try to answer the following questions and complete the exercises:
+. Translate the following English sentences into Urdu:
+a) Turn right at the intersection.
+b) How far is the park from here?
+c) The hotel is on the left.
+. Ask for directions to the following places in Urdu:
+a) The train station
+b) The market
+== Solution ==
+. Translation:
+a) چوک پر دائیں موڑ لیں۔ (chowk par dāīn mōṛ lēṅ)
+b) یہاں سے پارک کتنا دور ہے؟ (yahān sē pārk kitnā dur hai?)
+c) ہوٹل بائیں طرف ہے۔ (hoṭel bāīn ṭaraf hai)
+. Asking for directions:
+a) ٹرین سٹیشن کہاں ہے؟ (ṭren sṭēśan kahān hai?)
+b) بازار کا راستہ بتا سکتے ہیں؟ (bāzār kā rāstah batā saktē haiṅ?)
 == Conclusion ==
-In this lesson, you've learned some essential Urdu vocabulary related to giving and receiving directions. You now know how to ask for directions, give directions, and navigate Urdu-speaking countries with ease. Remember to keep practicing and asking locals for help when you're unsure of a specific word or phrase. In the next lesson, we will be covering various modes of transportation in Urdu-speaking countries.
+Congratulations! You have now learned how to give and ask for directions in Urdu. Navigating through Urdu-speaking countries will be much easier with this new vocabulary. Make sure to practice speaking and listening to reinforce what you've learned. Keep up the good work and continue exploring the rich language and culture of Urdu!
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+==Videos==
+===Following and Giving Directions|Functional English in Hindi Urdu ...===
+<youtube>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lr3FSIwqGY8</youtube>
+===Directions in Arabic | Urdu | English North South East West Up Down ...===
+<youtube>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SR46ZY_Vmzg</youtube>
+===Urdu Dictionary | Directions name in Urdu • Mojiza • Karamat ...===
+<youtube>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dtupILI2l04</youtube>
+==Sources==
+* [https://en.wikibooks.org/wiki/Urdu/Vocabulary/Directions Urdu/Vocabulary/Directions - Wikibooks, open books for an open ...]
+* [https://www.urdupod101.com/blog/2020/07/17/directions-in-urdu/ Learn How to Ask for and Understand Directions in Urdu]
+* [https://www.lingohut.com/en/v777190/urdu-lessons-directions Urdu lessons: Directions]
+==Other Lessons==
+* [[Language/Urdu/Vocabulary/Clothing-and-Accessories|Clothing and Accessories]]
+* [[Language/Urdu/Vocabulary/Greetings-and-Introductions|Greetings and Introductions]]
+* [[Language/Urdu/Vocabulary/Technical-and-Engineering-Vocabulary|Technical and Engineering Vocabulary]]
+* [[Language/Urdu/Vocabulary/Clothes|Clothes]]
+* [[Language/Urdu/Vocabulary/Health|Health]]
+* [[Language/Urdu/Vocabulary/Education|Education]]
+* [[Language/Urdu/Vocabulary/Modes-of-Transportation|Modes of Transportation]]
+* [[Language/Urdu/Vocabulary/Resources|Resources]]
+* [[Language/Urdu/Vocabulary/Airport|Airport]]
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