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Introduction[edit | edit source]

Welcome to the lesson on Basic Greetings in Armenian! In this lesson, we will learn the most common greetings used in the Armenian language, such as hello, goodbye, good morning, and good night. Greetings are an essential part of daily conversation and play a crucial role in establishing connections and showing politeness. By mastering these basic greetings, you will be able to confidently greet and introduce yourself to Armenian speakers. So let's get started!

Greetings in Armenian[edit | edit source]

Armenian greetings are a reflection of the warm and hospitable nature of the Armenian people. They are used in various social settings, from formal to informal, and can vary depending on the time of day. Let's explore some of the most commonly used greetings in Armenian:

1. Բարև (Barev) - Hello[edit | edit source]

The word "Բարև" (Barev) is the most common way to say hello in Armenian. It is used in both formal and informal situations and can be used at any time of the day. The pronunciation of "Բարև" (Barev) is similar to the English word "bar-ev."

Here are some examples of how to use "Բարև" (Barev) in different situations:

Armenian	Pronunciation	English Translation
Բարև	Barev	Hello
Բարև, ինչպե՞ս եք:	Barev, inchpes eq?	Hello, how are you?
Ուրախ եմ ձեզ հետ ծանոթանալ:	Urakh em dze het tsanotal	Nice to meet you.

2. Ցտեսում եմ (Chtesoom em) - Goodbye[edit | edit source]

To say goodbye in Armenian, you can use the phrase "Ցտեսում եմ" (Chtesoom em). It is a polite and formal way to bid farewell to someone. The pronunciation of "Ցտեսում եմ" (Chtesoom em) is similar to "chtes-oom em."

Here are some examples of how to use "Ցտեսում եմ" (Chtesoom em) in different situations:

Armenian	Pronunciation	English Translation
Ցտեսում եմ	Chtesoom em	Goodbye
Ցտեսում եմ, լավ եք:	Chtesoom em, lav eq?	Goodbye, take care
Ցտեսում եմ, հայտնի եղեք:	Chtesoom em, haitni eghets	Goodbye, see you later

3. Բարի առավոտ (Bari aravot) - Good Morning[edit | edit source]

To greet someone in the morning, you can say "Բարի առավոտ" (Bari aravot), which means "Good morning" in Armenian. It is a polite and formal way to greet someone at the beginning of the day. The pronunciation of "Բարի առավոտ" (Bari aravot) is similar to "ba-ree ara-vot."

Here are some examples of how to use "Բարի առավոտ" (Bari aravot) in different situations:

Armenian	Pronunciation	English Translation
Բարի առավոտ	Bari aravot	Good morning
Բարի առավոտ, ինչպե՞ս եք:	Bari aravot, inchpes eq?	Good morning, how are you?
Ուրախ առավոտը	Urakh aravoty	Have a good morning

4. Բարի գիշեր (Bari gisher) - Good Night[edit | edit source]

To wish someone a good night, you can say "Բարի գիշեր" (Bari gisher) in Armenian. It is a polite and formal way to say good night to someone before they go to sleep. The pronunciation of "Բարի գիշեր" (Bari gisher) is similar to "ba-ree gis-her."

Here are some examples of how to use "Բարի գիշեր" (Bari gisher) in different situations:

Armenian	Pronunciation	English Translation
Բարի գիշեր	Bari gisher	Good night
Բարի գիշեր, ուրախ եք:	Bari gisher, urakh eq?	Good night, sleep well
Ցտեսում եմ, բարի գիշեր:	Chtesoom em, bari gisher	Goodbye, good night

Cultural Insights[edit | edit source]

Armenians are known for their warm and welcoming nature, and greetings play an essential role in their culture. When greeting someone, Armenians often express genuine interest in the other person's well-being and take the time to ask about their day or health. It is common for Armenians to kiss each other on the cheek when greeting close friends or family members, especially between women and women or women and men. Handshakes are also common greetings in formal settings or when meeting someone for the first time.

In Armenia, it is considered polite to address people by their first names and use their family names as a sign of respect. When meeting someone for the first time, it is customary to shake hands and introduce oneself, including exchanging pleasantries and asking about each other's well-being. Armenians value personal connections and take the time to establish a rapport with others before getting into the main topic of conversation.

Practice Exercises[edit | edit source]

Now it's time to practice what you've learned! Here are some exercises to help you reinforce your knowledge of basic greetings in Armenian:

Exercise 1: Fill in the Blanks Fill in the blanks with the appropriate Armenian greeting:

1. Բարև, ինչպե՞ս եք: (Barev, inchpes eq?) 2. Ուրախ եմ ձեզ հետ ծանոթանալ: (Urakh em dze het tsanotal) 3. Ցտեսում եմ, լավ եք: (Chtesoom em, lav eq?)

Exercise 2: Dialogue Practice Create a dialogue using the greetings and phrases you have learned. Practice with a partner and take turns playing both roles.

Exercise 3: Cultural Discussion Research and discuss the cultural significance of greetings in Armenian society. Share your findings with the class and compare them to greetings in your own culture.

Solutions[edit | edit source]

Exercise 1: Fill in the Blanks

1. Բարև, ինչպե՞ս եք: (Barev, inchpes eq?) - Hello, how are you? 2. Ուրախ եմ ձեզ հետ ծանոթանալ: (Urakh em dze het tsanotal) - Nice to meet you. 3. Ցտեսում եմ, լավ եք: (Chtesoom em, lav eq?) - Goodbye, take care.

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

Congratulations! You have learned the basic greetings in Armenian. Greetings are an important aspect of any language and culture, and mastering them will help you connect with Armenian speakers on a deeper level. Practice using these greetings in different contexts, and don't forget to pay attention to the cultural nuances associated with each greeting. Keep up the good work, and continue your journey to mastering the Armenian language!

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

Course Presentation

Greetings and Introductions

Alphabet and Pronunciation

Numbers and Time

Basic Sentence Structure

Family and Relationships

Nouns and Pronouns

Food and Dining

Verbs and Tenses

Travel and Transportation

Adjectives and Adverbs

Armenian Traditions and Customs

Videos[edit | edit source]

Basic Armenian Phrases - YouTube[edit | edit source]

Sources[edit | edit source]

Other Lessons[edit | edit source]

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-As an Armenian language teacher with over 20 years of experience, I am excited to introduce you to the most common Armenian greetings. Understanding these greetings and how to use them in different situations is an essential part of learning Armenian. This lesson is part of the "Complete 0 to A1 Armenian Course," designed for complete beginners who want to learn Armenian from scratch.
+== Introduction ==
+Welcome to the lesson on Basic Greetings in Armenian! In this lesson, we will learn the most common greetings used in the Armenian language, such as hello, goodbye, good morning, and good night. Greetings are an essential part of daily conversation and play a crucial role in establishing connections and showing politeness. By mastering these basic greetings, you will be able to confidently greet and introduce yourself to Armenian speakers. So let's get started!
+== Greetings in Armenian ==
-In this lesson, we will focus on Basic Greetings. You will learn how to say hello, goodbye, good morning, and good night in Armenian, as well as how to use them in different contexts. Let's get started!
+Armenian greetings are a reflection of the warm and hospitable nature of the Armenian people. They are used in various social settings, from formal to informal, and can vary depending on the time of day. Let's explore some of the most commonly used greetings in Armenian:
+=== 1. Բարև (Barev) - Hello ===
-<span link>With the completion of this lesson, consider investigating these related pages: [[Language/Armenian/Vocabulary/Sports|Sports]] & [[Language/Armenian/Vocabulary/Education-and-Learning|Education and Learning]].</span>
+The word "Բարև" (Barev) is the most common way to say hello in Armenian. It is used in both formal and informal situations and can be used at any time of the day. The pronunciation of "Բարև" (Barev) is similar to the English word "bar-ev."
-== Vocabulary ==
-Here are some common Armenian greeting phrases and their English translations:
+Here are some examples of how to use "Բարև" (Barev) in different situations:
 {| class="wikitable"
-! Armenian !! Pronunciation !! English
+! Armenian !! Pronunciation !! English Translation
 |-
-| բարև (barev) || bah-rev || Hello
+| Բարև || Barev || Hello
+|-
+| Բարև, ինչպե՞ս եք: || Barev, inchpes eq? || Hello, how are you?
+|-
+| Ուրախ եմ ձեզ հետ ծանոթանալ: || Urakh em dze het tsanotal || Nice to meet you.
+|}
+=== 2. Ցտեսում եմ (Chtesoom em) - Goodbye ===
+To say goodbye in Armenian, you can use the phrase "Ցտեսում եմ" (Chtesoom em). It is a polite and formal way to bid farewell to someone. The pronunciation of "Ցտեսում եմ" (Chtesoom em) is similar to "chtes-oom em."
+Here are some examples of how to use "Ցտեսում եմ" (Chtesoom em) in different situations:
+{| class="wikitable"
+! Armenian !! Pronunciation !! English Translation
 |-
-| հայ (hay) || hah-ee || Hi
+| Ցտեսում եմ || Chtesoom em || Goodbye
 |-
-| բայց (baits) || bah-eets || Bye
+| Ցտեսում եմ, լավ եք: || Chtesoom em, lav eq? || Goodbye, take care
 |-
-| բայց բայց (baits baits) || bah-eets bah-eets|| Bye-bye
+| Ցտեսում եմ, հայտնի եղեք: || Chtesoom em, haitni eghets || Goodbye, see you later
+|}
+=== 3. Բարի առավոտ (Bari aravot) - Good Morning ===
+To greet someone in the morning, you can say "Բարի առավոտ" (Bari aravot), which means "Good morning" in Armenian. It is a polite and formal way to greet someone at the beginning of the day. The pronunciation of "Բարի առավոտ" (Bari aravot) is similar to "ba-ree ara-vot."
+Here are some examples of how to use "Բարի առավոտ" (Bari aravot) in different situations:
+{| class="wikitable"
+! Armenian !! Pronunciation !! English Translation
 |-
-| բարի գիշեր (bari gisher) || bah-ree gish-ehr || Good night
+| Բարի առավոտ || Bari aravot || Good morning
 |-
-| բարի օր (bari or) || bah-ree or || Goodbye (during the day)
+| Բարի առավոտ, ինչպե՞ս եք: || Bari aravot, inchpes eq? || Good morning, how are you?
 |-
-| բարի առավոտ (bari aravot) || bah-ree ara-vot || Good morning
+| Ուրախ առավոտը || Urakh aravoty || Have a good morning
 |}
-You may have noticed that some of the phrases have additional words in them. For example, "baits baits" is the equivalent of saying "bye-bye" in English. These additional words are a form of emphasis or endearment and are commonly used in Armenian speech.
+=== 4. Բարի գիշեր (Bari gisher) - Good Night ===
-Now that you have learned some of the most common Armenian greetings, we can move on to learning how to use them in different contexts.
+To wish someone a good night, you can say "Բարի գիշեր" (Bari gisher) in Armenian. It is a polite and formal way to say good night to someone before they go to sleep. The pronunciation of "Բարի գիշեր" (Bari gisher) is similar to "ba-ree gis-her."
-== Using Armenian Greetings in Different Situations ==
+Here are some examples of how to use "Բարի գիշեր" (Bari gisher) in different situations:
-=== Informal Greetings ===
+{| class="wikitable"
-When greeting friends, family members, or colleagues informally, it is common to use "barev" or "hay" to say "hello." These greetings are usually accompanied by a hug or a kiss on the cheek. "Bari or" can be used to say "goodbye" during the day. "Bari gisher" is used to say "good night" when going to bed.
+! Armenian !! Pronunciation !! English Translation
+|-
+| Բարի գիշեր || Bari gisher || Good night
+|-
+| Բարի գիշեր, ուրախ եք: || Bari gisher, urakh eq? || Good night, sleep well
+|-
+| Ցտեսում եմ, բարի գիշեր: || Chtesoom em, bari gisher || Goodbye, good night
+|}
+== Cultural Insights ==
+Armenians are known for their warm and welcoming nature, and greetings play an essential role in their culture. When greeting someone, Armenians often express genuine interest in the other person's well-being and take the time to ask about their day or health. It is common for Armenians to kiss each other on the cheek when greeting close friends or family members, especially between women and women or women and men. Handshakes are also common greetings in formal settings or when meeting someone for the first time.
-Here are some examples of how to use these greetings in context:
+In Armenia, it is considered polite to address people by their first names and use their family names as a sign of respect. When meeting someone for the first time, it is customary to shake hands and introduce oneself, including exchanging pleasantries and asking about each other's well-being. Armenians value personal connections and take the time to establish a rapport with others before getting into the main topic of conversation.
-* <b>Friend:</b> Barev! Kides es? (Hello! How are you?)
+== Practice Exercises ==
-* <b>You:</b> Lav em, shnorhakal em. Du? (I'm fine, thanks. And you?)
-* <b>Friend:</b> Hay! Kides? (Hi! How are you?)
-* <b>You:</b> Shat lav em, shnorhakalutyun. Vonc es? (I'm very well, thanks. And you?)
-* <b>Friend:</b> Bari gisher! (Good night!)
-* <b>You:</b> Bari gisher, yerkir es inchpes es? (Good night, what is your favorite country?)
-=== Formal Greetings ===
+Now it's time to practice what you've learned! Here are some exercises to help you reinforce your knowledge of basic greetings in Armenian:
-When greeting someone formally, such as a stranger or someone in a position of authority, use "barev dzez" or "barev tsez" to say "hello" and "sir" or "madam" respectively. When saying goodbye, use "shnorhakal em" to express gratitude or "harcavqr" to say "goodbye."
-Here are some examples of how to use these greetings in context:
+Exercise 1: Fill in the Blanks
+Fill in the blanks with the appropriate Armenian greeting:
-* <b>Stranger:</b> Barev dzez, inchpes es? (Hello, how are you?)
+. Բարև, ինչպե՞ս եք: (Barev, inchpes eq?)
-* <b>You:</b> Lav em, shnorhakal em. Dzez zinvor enk? (I'm fine, thank you. Are you a soldier?)
+. Ուրախ եմ ձեզ հետ ծանոթանալ: (Urakh em dze het tsanotal)
-* <b>Authority figure:</b> Barev tsez, inchu tarberakn e? (Hello, what's the problem?)
+. Ցտեսում եմ, լավ եք: (Chtesoom em, lav eq?)
-* <b>You:</b> Shat lav ban, shnorhakalutyun. Mer cankagorts e a? (I'm very well, thank you. Is this your office?)
-* <b>Authority figure:</b> Harcavqr. (Goodbye.)
-* <b>You:</b> Shnorhakal em, irokuma. (Thank you very much.)
-=== Casual Greetings ===
+Exercise 2: Dialogue Practice
-When greeting someone casually, such as a friend or family member, it is common to use "barev" or "hay" to say "hello" and "baits" or "baits baits" to say "bye." In this context, the use of "bari or" and "bari gisher" is more formal and may not be used as casually.
+Create a dialogue using the greetings and phrases you have learned. Practice with a partner and take turns playing both roles.
-Here are some examples of how to use these greetings in context:
+Exercise 3: Cultural Discussion
+Research and discuss the cultural significance of greetings in Armenian society. Share your findings with the class and compare them to greetings in your own culture.
-* <b>Friend:</b> Hay, inchpes es? (Hi, how are you?)
+== Solutions ==
-* <b>You:</b> Shat lav em, shnorhakalutyun. Vonc es? (I'm very well, thank you. And you?)
-* <b>Friend:</b> Baits, tzer kides? (Bye, how are you?)
+Exercise 1: Fill in the Blanks
-* <b>You:</b> Lav em, shnorhakal em. Tsayn es? (I'm fine, thanks. And you?)
+. Բարև, ինչպե՞ս եք: (Barev, inchpes eq?) - Hello, how are you?
+. Ուրախ եմ ձեզ հետ ծանոթանալ: (Urakh em dze het tsanotal) - Nice to meet you.
+. Ցտեսում եմ, լավ եք: (Chtesoom em, lav eq?) - Goodbye, take care.
 == Conclusion ==
-Congratulations, you now know how to greet someone in Armenian in different contexts! Remember to use the appropriate greeting based on the situation and to accompany your greeting with a smile or a handshake where appropriate. Practice using these greetings with your Armenian-speaking friends and family, and continue to build your Armenian language skills. In the next lesson, we will learn how to introduce ourselves in Armenian, including how to say our names and where we are from.
+Congratulations! You have learned the basic greetings in Armenian. Greetings are an important aspect of any language and culture, and mastering them will help you connect with Armenian speakers on a deeper level. Practice using these greetings in different contexts, and don't forget to pay attention to the cultural nuances associated with each greeting. Keep up the good work, and continue your journey to mastering the Armenian language!
-<span link>Now that you've completed this lesson, don't stop learning! Check out these related topics: [[Language/Armenian/Vocabulary/Geography|Geography]] & [[Language/Armenian/Vocabulary/Mathematics-Vocabulary|Mathematics Vocabulary]].</span>
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 <youtube>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HsIYc4_0M9U</youtube>
+==Sources==
+* [https://theculturetrip.com/europe/armenia/articles/22-essential-armenian-phrases-you-should-know/ 22 Essential Armenian Phrases You Should Know]
+* [https://www.ararattravel.am/en/Armenian_phrases/ Useful Armenian Phrases Ararat Travel]
+* [https://armeniadiscovery.com/en/articles/armenian-popular-phrases-what-you-should-know Armenian Popular Phrases - What You Should Know]
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-* [https://theculturetrip.com/europe/armenia/articles/22-essential-armenian-phrases-you-should-know/ 22 Essential Armenian Phrases You Should Know]
-* [https://www.ararattravel.am/en/Armenian_phrases/ Useful Armenian Phrases Ararat Travel]
-* [https://armeniadiscovery.com/en/articles/armenian-popular-phrases-what-you-should-know Armenian Popular Phrases - What You Should Know]
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