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== Introduction ==
As a traveler in a foreign country, it is important to be able to ask for and give directions. In this lesson, we will learn how to navigate our way around new places in Kazakh. Understanding the vocabulary and phrases related to asking for and giving directions will help you feel more confident and independent during your travels in Kazakhstan. Whether you need to find a specific location, ask for help, or give directions to someone else, this lesson will provide you with the essential tools to communicate effectively in Kazakh.
This lesson is part of the larger course "Complete 0 to A1 Kazakh Course" and is designed for complete beginners who are looking to learn Kazakh from scratch. By the end of this lesson, you will be able to confidently ask for and give directions in Kazakh, expanding your ability to communicate and navigate through different environments.
== Asking for Directions ==


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When asking for directions in Kazakh, it is important to be polite and respectful. People are generally helpful and willing to assist you, so don't hesitate to ask for help when needed. Here are some useful phrases to use when asking for directions:


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* Көрсетіңіз, көшегі немесе көшеде қайда? (Körsetińiz, köşegi nemese köşede qayda?) - Excuse me, where is the street or road?
* Қашан? (Qaşan?) - When?
* Қанша уақытта? (Qanşa uaqtytta?) - How long does it take?
* Қашан басталады? (Qaşan bastalady?) - When does it start?
* Қашан аяқталады? (Qaşan ayaqtalady?) - When does it end?
* Бұрынгы күнге қайтарады ба? (Buryńgy künge qaytarady ba?) - Does it run every day?
* Қай топтау? (Qay toptau?) - Where do I get off?
* Қанша теңге? (Qanşa teńge?) - How much does it cost?
* Қашан жатамыз? (Qaşan jatamyz?) - When do we leave?
 
Remember to adjust the phrases according to your specific situation. If you are asking for directions to a specific place, replace "көшегі" (köşegi) with the name of the place, such as "музей" (muzey) for museum or "ресторан" (restoran) for restaurant.
 
== Giving Directions ==
 
When giving directions in Kazakh, it is important to be clear and concise. Here are some useful phrases to use when giving directions:


Asking for and giving directions in a foreign country can be a daunting experience, but it doesn't have to be. In this lesson, we will cover the basics of asking for and giving directions in Kazakh, so you can confidently navigate your way around new places.
* Алда баруға жүргізіңіз (Alda baruğa jürgizińiz) - Go straight ahead
* Артына барыңыз (Artyna baryńyz) - Go back
* Сол жаққа барыңыз (Sol jaqqa baryńyz) - Go left
* Оң жаққа барыңыз (Oń jaqqa baryńyz) - Go right
* Өтіңіз (Ötińiz) - Cross
* Алдымен (Aldymen) - In front of
* Артынан (Artynan) - Behind
* Жақында (Jaqynda) - Near
* Қарсы (Qarsy) - Opposite
* Осы жерде (Osı jerde) - Here
* Алда (Alda) - Ahead
* Көшеде (Köşede) - On the road
* Көшегінде (Köşegińde) - On the street
* Үздіктеу (Üzdikteu) - Turn around
* Үстіне (Üstine) - On top of
* Қарау (Qarau) - Look


Use these phrases along with landmarks or specific locations to provide clear directions. For example, "Алда баруға жүргізіңіз, мұзейге көшеде" (Alda baruğa jürgizińiz, muzeyge köşede) means "Go straight ahead, it's on the street to the museum."


<span link>Take a moment to explore these relevant pages as you conclude this lesson: [[Language/Kazakh/Vocabulary/Basic-Family-Vocabulary|Basic Family Vocabulary]] & [[Language/Kazakh/Vocabulary/Health|Health]].</span>
== Key Vocabulary ==
== Essential Vocabulary ==


Here are some helpful words and phrases to get you started:
Here is a list of key vocabulary words and phrases related to asking for and giving directions in Kazakh:


{| class="wikitable"
{| class="wikitable"
! Kazakh !! Pronunciation !! English
! Kazakh !! Pronunciation !! English
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| қайда || qayda || where
| Не (Ne) || Ne || What
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| Кайда (Qayda) || Qayda || Where
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| Көшегі (Köşegi) || Köşegi || Street
|-
| Көше (Köşe) || Köşe || Road
|-
| Мұзей (Muzey) || Muzey || Museum
|-
|-
| осында || osynда || here
| Ресторан (Restoran) || Restoran || Restaurant
|-
|-
| осы әулде || osy aulde || this street
| Кірпіш (Kirpiş) || Kirpish || Intersection
|-
|-
| сол әулде || sol aulde || that street
| Автобус астанасы (Avtobus astanasy) || Avtobus astanasy || Bus stop
|-
|-
| оқшау || oqshau || turn left
| Автобус (Avtobus) || Avtobus || Bus
|-
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| арқылы || arқyly || go straight
| Трамвай (Tramvay) || Tramvay || Tram
|-
|-
| оңға || oŋɣa || turn right
| Станция (Stantsiya) || Stantsiya || Station
|-
|-
| орындалуы || oryndalyi || location
| Әуежай (Äuejay) || Äuejay || Airport
|-
|-
| ұбақтысы || ubaqtyңysy || distance
| Теміржол (Temirjol) || Temirjol || Train station
|-
| Көлік (Kölik) || Kölik || Port
|-
| Тұрғындар (Turğındar) || Turğındar || Taxi
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| Қазақстан (Qazaqstan) || Qazaqstan || Kazakhstan
|}
|}


== Asking for Directions ==
Feel free to use this vocabulary as a reference when asking for and giving directions. Practice saying the words and phrases out loud to familiarize yourself with the pronunciation.
 
If you need to ask for directions, here are some useful phrases you can use:
 
* Қайда? (Qayda?) - Where?
* Бұл жернің қандайша тұр? (Bul jerniń qandaişa tūr?) - What does this place look like?
* Осы уақытқа дейін жүріп кеттім, жағдай не? (Osı waqtyқa deiіn jūrip kettiм, jaғday ne?) - I have been walking for some time now, what's the situation?
* Сіз осындағы әулеге қалай жетіңіз? (Sіz osyndaғy aulege qalai jetіңіz?) - How do I get to this street?
* Арқыңызға бұрын кілті тұрған кезде, келесі NE жерде болады? (Arқyñyzғa būryn kiltі tūrqan kezde, kelesi NE jerde bolady?) - After turning right, where is the next location?
 
== Giving Directions ==


If you need to give directions in Kazakh, here are some useful phrases for you to use:
== Cultural Insight ==


* Осында (Osynда) – Here
Kazakhstan is a vast country with diverse landscapes and regions. As a result, there may be regional variations in the usage and understanding of directions. For example, in rural areas, landmarks such as mountains, rivers, or specific buildings may be used as reference points instead of street names. It is always a good idea to ask for additional clarification if needed and to be open to different ways of giving and receiving directions.
* Сол жағында (Sol jaғynda) - That way
* Оңға бұрын (Oŋɣa burın) - To the right
* Солға бұрын (Solғa burın) - To the left
* Орнынтой, осы уақытқа дейін жүрыңыз (Ornyntoı, osy waqtyқa deiіn jūryңyz) - Take note of the location, walk as far as here
* Әрі жүз бес метр өткен соң, бірінші өзгерістегі батылмен оңға бұрын кезінде (Ärі jūz bes metr ötkіn soŋ, bіrіnshі ozgerіstegі batylmen oŋɣa burın kezinde) - After walking for 150 meters, turn right at the first traffic light.


Remember, if you're unsure of something, don't be afraid to ask for clarification. Kazakh people are generally friendly and eager to help.
Kazakhstan is known for its hospitality, and locals are generally friendly and willing to assist travelers. Don't be afraid to approach someone and ask for help if you find yourself lost or in need of directions. Kazakh people take pride in their culture and language, so making an effort to communicate in Kazakh will be greatly appreciated.


== Practice Sentences ==
== Exercise ==


Use the following sentences to practice asking for and giving directions.
Now it's time to practice what you've learned! Imagine you are a tourist in Kazakhstan and you need to ask for directions to the nearest museum. Use the vocabulary and phrases from this lesson to construct a conversation with a local. Here is an example dialogue to help you get started:


* Сіз үшін алдыңғы бұның артындағы әулеге қалай жетіңіз? (Sіz üshiń aldyңғy būnyң artыndaғy aulege qalai jetіңіz?) - How do I get to the street behind this one for you?
Tourist: Көрсетіңіз, мұзейге көшеде қайда? (Körsetińiz, muzeyge köşede qayda?) - Excuse me, where is the museum?
* Орнынтой, осы уақытқа дейін жүріңіз (Ornyntoı, osy waqtyқa deiіn jūriңіz) - Walk along the location as far as here.
Local: Мұзей маңайда, әрі өтіңіз, алда баруға жүргізіңіз (Muzey mańayda, äri ötińiz, alda baruğa jürgizińiz) - The museum is over there, go straight ahead.
* Арқыңызға бұрын, сіз қандай жерге баруыңыз керек? (Arқyñyzғa būryn, sіz qandai jegre baruıңyz kerek?) - After turning right, where do you need to go?
* Бұл жер қандай? (Bul jer qanday?) - What does this place look like?
* Әрі жүз бес метр өткен соң, бірінші өзгерістегі батылмен оңға бұрын кезінде көрсет тұр. (Ärі jūz bes metr ötkіn soŋ, bіrіnshі ozgerіstegі batylmen oŋɣa burın kezinde körset tūr.) - After walking for 150 meters, turn right at the first traffic light.


== Culture Tips ==
Continue the conversation and practice asking for and giving directions in different scenarios. You can also switch roles and play the part of the local, giving directions to the tourist. Don't forget to use the vocabulary and phrases from this lesson to enhance your language skills.


When asking for directions, it is important to keep in mind that etiquette varies from culture to culture. Here are some tips to keep in mind when asking for directions in Kazakhstan:
== Conclusion ==


* It is common for Kazakhs to use landmarks instead of street names when giving directions. Be mentally prepared to listen carefully and take notes.
Congratulations! You have learned how to ask for and give directions in Kazakh. This skill will greatly benefit you during your travels in Kazakhstan, allowing you to navigate through new places with confidence. Remember to be polite and respectful when asking for directions, and don't hesitate to seek help from locals if needed. By practicing the vocabulary and phrases from this lesson, you will become more comfortable and proficient in communicating in Kazakh.
* Always thank people who help you, whether or not they give you accurate directions.
* Learning a few phrases in Kazakh, such as "Әлександырықтан өте жақсы" (Alеksandıryqtan öte jaqsy) which means "thank you very much", can go a long way in showing that you appreciate someone's help.


== Sources ==
In the next lesson, we will explore the vocabulary related to accommodation and lodging options in Kazakh-speaking regions. Stay tuned and keep up the great work!


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Introduction[edit | edit source]

As a traveler in a foreign country, it is important to be able to ask for and give directions. In this lesson, we will learn how to navigate our way around new places in Kazakh. Understanding the vocabulary and phrases related to asking for and giving directions will help you feel more confident and independent during your travels in Kazakhstan. Whether you need to find a specific location, ask for help, or give directions to someone else, this lesson will provide you with the essential tools to communicate effectively in Kazakh.

This lesson is part of the larger course "Complete 0 to A1 Kazakh Course" and is designed for complete beginners who are looking to learn Kazakh from scratch. By the end of this lesson, you will be able to confidently ask for and give directions in Kazakh, expanding your ability to communicate and navigate through different environments.

Asking for Directions[edit | edit source]

When asking for directions in Kazakh, it is important to be polite and respectful. People are generally helpful and willing to assist you, so don't hesitate to ask for help when needed. Here are some useful phrases to use when asking for directions:

  • Көрсетіңіз, көшегі немесе көшеде қайда? (Körsetińiz, köşegi nemese köşede qayda?) - Excuse me, where is the street or road?
  • Қашан? (Qaşan?) - When?
  • Қанша уақытта? (Qanşa uaqtytta?) - How long does it take?
  • Қашан басталады? (Qaşan bastalady?) - When does it start?
  • Қашан аяқталады? (Qaşan ayaqtalady?) - When does it end?
  • Бұрынгы күнге қайтарады ба? (Buryńgy künge qaytarady ba?) - Does it run every day?
  • Қай топтау? (Qay toptau?) - Where do I get off?
  • Қанша теңге? (Qanşa teńge?) - How much does it cost?
  • Қашан жатамыз? (Qaşan jatamyz?) - When do we leave?

Remember to adjust the phrases according to your specific situation. If you are asking for directions to a specific place, replace "көшегі" (köşegi) with the name of the place, such as "музей" (muzey) for museum or "ресторан" (restoran) for restaurant.

Giving Directions[edit | edit source]

When giving directions in Kazakh, it is important to be clear and concise. Here are some useful phrases to use when giving directions:

  • Алда баруға жүргізіңіз (Alda baruğa jürgizińiz) - Go straight ahead
  • Артына барыңыз (Artyna baryńyz) - Go back
  • Сол жаққа барыңыз (Sol jaqqa baryńyz) - Go left
  • Оң жаққа барыңыз (Oń jaqqa baryńyz) - Go right
  • Өтіңіз (Ötińiz) - Cross
  • Алдымен (Aldymen) - In front of
  • Артынан (Artynan) - Behind
  • Жақында (Jaqynda) - Near
  • Қарсы (Qarsy) - Opposite
  • Осы жерде (Osı jerde) - Here
  • Алда (Alda) - Ahead
  • Көшеде (Köşede) - On the road
  • Көшегінде (Köşegińde) - On the street
  • Үздіктеу (Üzdikteu) - Turn around
  • Үстіне (Üstine) - On top of
  • Қарау (Qarau) - Look

Use these phrases along with landmarks or specific locations to provide clear directions. For example, "Алда баруға жүргізіңіз, мұзейге көшеде" (Alda baruğa jürgizińiz, muzeyge köşede) means "Go straight ahead, it's on the street to the museum."

Key Vocabulary[edit | edit source]

Here is a list of key vocabulary words and phrases related to asking for and giving directions in Kazakh:

Kazakh Pronunciation English
Не (Ne) Ne What
Кайда (Qayda) Qayda Where
Көшегі (Köşegi) Köşegi Street
Көше (Köşe) Köşe Road
Мұзей (Muzey) Muzey Museum
Ресторан (Restoran) Restoran Restaurant
Кірпіш (Kirpiş) Kirpish Intersection
Автобус астанасы (Avtobus astanasy) Avtobus astanasy Bus stop
Автобус (Avtobus) Avtobus Bus
Трамвай (Tramvay) Tramvay Tram
Станция (Stantsiya) Stantsiya Station
Әуежай (Äuejay) Äuejay Airport
Теміржол (Temirjol) Temirjol Train station
Көлік (Kölik) Kölik Port
Тұрғындар (Turğındar) Turğındar Taxi
Қазақстан (Qazaqstan) Qazaqstan Kazakhstan

Feel free to use this vocabulary as a reference when asking for and giving directions. Practice saying the words and phrases out loud to familiarize yourself with the pronunciation.

Cultural Insight[edit | edit source]

Kazakhstan is a vast country with diverse landscapes and regions. As a result, there may be regional variations in the usage and understanding of directions. For example, in rural areas, landmarks such as mountains, rivers, or specific buildings may be used as reference points instead of street names. It is always a good idea to ask for additional clarification if needed and to be open to different ways of giving and receiving directions.

Kazakhstan is known for its hospitality, and locals are generally friendly and willing to assist travelers. Don't be afraid to approach someone and ask for help if you find yourself lost or in need of directions. Kazakh people take pride in their culture and language, so making an effort to communicate in Kazakh will be greatly appreciated.

Exercise[edit | edit source]

Now it's time to practice what you've learned! Imagine you are a tourist in Kazakhstan and you need to ask for directions to the nearest museum. Use the vocabulary and phrases from this lesson to construct a conversation with a local. Here is an example dialogue to help you get started:

Tourist: Көрсетіңіз, мұзейге көшеде қайда? (Körsetińiz, muzeyge köşede qayda?) - Excuse me, where is the museum? Local: Мұзей маңайда, әрі өтіңіз, алда баруға жүргізіңіз (Muzey mańayda, äri ötińiz, alda baruğa jürgizińiz) - The museum is over there, go straight ahead.

Continue the conversation and practice asking for and giving directions in different scenarios. You can also switch roles and play the part of the local, giving directions to the tourist. Don't forget to use the vocabulary and phrases from this lesson to enhance your language skills.

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

Congratulations! You have learned how to ask for and give directions in Kazakh. This skill will greatly benefit you during your travels in Kazakhstan, allowing you to navigate through new places with confidence. Remember to be polite and respectful when asking for directions, and don't hesitate to seek help from locals if needed. By practicing the vocabulary and phrases from this lesson, you will become more comfortable and proficient in communicating in Kazakh.

In the next lesson, we will explore the vocabulary related to accommodation and lodging options in Kazakh-speaking regions. Stay tuned and keep up the great work!

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


Kazakh Pronunciation


Greetings and Basic Expressions


Kazakh Cases


Food and Drink


Verbs


Traditions and Customs


Family and Relationships


Adjectives


Traveling and Directions


Pronouns


Shopping and Consumerism


Art and Literature


Adverbs


Health and Medical Emergencies


Sports and Recreation


Prepositions and Postpositions


Nature and Environment



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