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==Introduction==
== Introduction ==


In this lesson, you will learn how to tell time in Catalan. Time is a crucial part of everyday life and communication, hence it is essential to know how to tell time in a new language. If you are planning to travel or live in a Catalan-speaking region, it is necessary to learn how to tell time as it can be very helpful when navigating your surroundings. By the end of this lesson, you will know how to tell time in Catalan, including hours, minutes, and phrases for discussing past, present, and future events.
Welcome to the lesson on telling time in Catalan! In this lesson, we will explore the vocabulary and phrases necessary to discuss hours, minutes, and time-related expressions in Catalan. Telling time is an essential skill in any language, as it allows us to organize our daily activities and communicate effectively with others. By the end of this lesson, you will be able to confidently tell the time in Catalan and engage in conversations about past, present, and future events. So let's dive in and learn how to tell time in Catalan!


== Table of Contents ==
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<span link>With the completion of this lesson, consider investigating these related pages: [[Language/Catalan/Vocabulary/Weather-and-Climate|Weather and Climate]] & [[Language/Catalan/Vocabulary/Meat|Meat]].</span>
== Vocabulary ==
==Telling Time in Catalan==


The following table shows the numbers from one to twelve and how they are pronounced in Catalan:
Before we start learning how to tell time, let's familiarize ourselves with some key vocabulary related to time in Catalan. Here are a few essential words and phrases you'll need to know:


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! Catalan !! Pronunciation !! English
! Catalan !! Pronunciation !! English
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| u || oo || one
| l'hora || law-rah || the hour
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| dos || dohs|| two
| el minut || el mee-NOOT || the minute
|-
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| tres || trehs || three
| el rellotge || el reh-YOT-jeh || the clock
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|-
| quatre || kah-treh || four
| la tarda || lah TAR-dah || the afternoon
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| cinc || seenk || five
| la nit || lah neet || the night
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| sis || sees || six
| migdia || meed-YAH || noon
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|-
| set || set || seven
| mitjanit || meet-yah-NEET || midnight
|-
| vuit || bwit || eight
|-
| nou || noh || nine
|-
| deu || deh-ooh || ten
|-
| onze || ohn-zyeh || eleven
|-
| dotze || doh-tseh || twelve
|}
|}


===Telling the Hours===
== Telling the Hours ==
 
Now that we know some basic vocabulary, let's learn how to tell the hours in Catalan. The structure to express the time in Catalan is:
 
"Hora" + "number" + "en punt"
 
Here are a few examples:
 
* L'hora és la una en punt. (The time is one o'clock.)
* L'hora és la sis en punt. (The time is six o'clock.)
* L'hora és la dotze en punt. (The time is twelve o'clock.)
 
Notice that when the hour is "una" (one), we use "és" (is) instead of "són" (are). This is because "una" is singular, while the other numbers are plural.
 
== Telling the Minutes ==


Telling time in Catalan is relatively straightforward. To express an hour, you use the word "hora" followed by the hour number. You can use the word "davant" before the hour number to specify that it is before the hour, or the word "passades" to specify that it is past the hour.
In addition to the hours, it's important to know how to tell the minutes in Catalan. To express the minutes, we use the following structure:


Here are some examples:
"Number" + "minuts"


* Són les tres  - It's 3 o'clock
Here are a few examples:
* Són les set passades - It's past 7 o'clock
* Són les deu davant - It's before 10 o'clock


===Telling the Minutes===
* L'hora és la una i deu minuts. (The time is ten past one.)
* L'hora és la sis i vint minuts. (The time is twenty past six.)
* L'hora és la dotze i cinc minuts. (The time is five past twelve.)


To tell the time in minutes, you add the corresponding minutes after the hour number. The word for minutes in Catalan is "minuts."
Notice that when the minutes are between "una" (one) and "nou" (nine), we use "i" (and) to connect the hour and minutes.


Here are some examples:
== Phrases for Past, Present, and Future Events ==


* Són les tres i vint - It's 3:20
Now that we know how to tell the time, let's learn some phrases to discuss past, present, and future events in Catalan. Here are a few useful expressions:
* Són les set i mitja - It's half past 7 (literally, "half eleven")
* Són les dotze menys quatre - It's four minutes to twelve


===Telling the Time of Day===
* Ahir a les quatre. (Yesterday at four o'clock.)
* Avui al migdia. (Today at noon.)
* Demà a les vuit. (Tomorrow at eight o'clock.)
* La setmana passada a les deu. (Last week at ten o'clock.)
* El mes que ve a les tres. (Next month at three o'clock.)


To express the time of day in Catalan, you can use the following phrases:
These phrases will help you navigate conversations about specific times and events in Catalan.


* Del matí - In the morning (from sunrise until approximately noon)
== Cultural Insights ==
* De la tarda - In the afternoon (from noon until sunset)
* De la nit - At night (from sunset until sunrise)


Here are some examples:
In Catalan-speaking regions, time is an important aspect of daily life. Punctuality is highly valued, and it is considered impolite to be late for appointments or meetings. Therefore, it's essential to be able to tell the time accurately and communicate your availability effectively.


* Són les dues del matí - It's 2 a.m.
Catalan is spoken in several regions, including Catalonia, Valencia, and the Balearic Islands. While the basic vocabulary and structure for telling time remain the same across these areas, there might be slight variations in pronunciation or regional expressions. For example, in Valencia, it is common to use "la vesprada" instead of "la tarda" to refer to the afternoon. Similarly, in the Balearic Islands, "la nit" can be replaced by "sa nit." These regional differences add richness to the Catalan language and reflect the cultural diversity within the Catalan-speaking community.
* Són les cinc de la tarda - It's 5 p.m.
* Són les onze de la nit - It's 11 p.m.


===Discussing Past, Present, and Future Events===
== Practice Exercises ==


To discuss past, present, and future events in Catalan, you can use the following phrases:
Now it's time to put your knowledge into practice! Here are a few exercises to help you reinforce what you've learned:


* Passat - Past
Exercise 1: Write the following times in Catalan:
* Present - Present
1. 9:30 AM
* Futur - Future
2. 5:45 PM
3. 11:15 PM


Here are some examples:
Exercise 2: Translate the following phrases into Catalan:
1. Yesterday at three o'clock.
2. Today at nine o'clock.
3. Tomorrow at six o'clock.


* Vaig arribar a les dues passades - I arrived at half past two (past event)
Exercise 3: Fill in the blanks with the correct time:
* Estic arribant ara mateix - I'm arriving right now (present event)
1. L'hora és _________ en punt.
* Arribaré a les cinc - I will arrive at 5 o'clock (future event)
2. L'hora és _________ i cinc minuts.
3. L'hora és _________ i vint minuts.


==Practice==
== Exercise Solutions ==


Now that you have learned how to tell time in Catalan, let's practice!
Exercise 1:
1. L'hora és les nou i mitja del matí.
2. L'hora és les cinc i quaranta-cinc de la tarda.
3. L'hora és les onze i quinze de la nit.


<ol>
Exercise 2:
<li>¿A quina hora arribes a la feina normalment? - At what time do you usually arrive at work? </li>
1. Ahir a les tres en punt.
<li>Jo sempre surto de casa a les set del matí. - I always leave the house at 7 a.m.</li>
2. Avui a les nou en punt.
<li>La pel·lícula comença a les nou de la nit. - The movie starts at 9 p.m.</li>
3. Demà a les sis en punt.
<li>¿Vols anar a sopar a les vuit del vespre? - Do you want to go to dinner at 8 p.m.?</li>
<li>Avui em llevaré a les sis del matí per anar a córrer. - Today I will wake up at 6 a.m. to go for a run.</li>
</ol>


==Conclusion==
Exercise 3:
1. L'hora és la una
2. L'hora és les cinc
3. L'hora és les dotze


In this lesson, you learned how to tell time in Catalan. You now know how to express the time of day, the minutes, and past, present, and future events. Practice speaking and writing in Catalan to perfect your skills. In the next lesson, we will focus on Adjectives and Pronouns.
== Conclusion ==


Congratulations! You have successfully learned how to tell time in Catalan. Remember to practice regularly to improve your skills and fluency. Being able to tell time accurately is an essential skill that will help you in your daily life and interactions with others. Keep up the good work and continue exploring the fascinating world of the Catalan language and culture!


<span link>Well done on mastering this lesson! Don't miss these related pages to expand your knowledge: [[Language/Catalan/Vocabulary/Nature|Nature]] & [[Language/Catalan/Vocabulary/Stores-and-Public-Buildings|Stores and Public Buildings]].</span>
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Introduction[edit | edit source]

Welcome to the lesson on telling time in Catalan! In this lesson, we will explore the vocabulary and phrases necessary to discuss hours, minutes, and time-related expressions in Catalan. Telling time is an essential skill in any language, as it allows us to organize our daily activities and communicate effectively with others. By the end of this lesson, you will be able to confidently tell the time in Catalan and engage in conversations about past, present, and future events. So let's dive in and learn how to tell time in Catalan!

Table of Contents[edit | edit source]

Vocabulary[edit | edit source]

Before we start learning how to tell time, let's familiarize ourselves with some key vocabulary related to time in Catalan. Here are a few essential words and phrases you'll need to know:

Catalan Pronunciation English
l'hora law-rah the hour
el minut el mee-NOOT the minute
el rellotge el reh-YOT-jeh the clock
la tarda lah TAR-dah the afternoon
la nit lah neet the night
migdia meed-YAH noon
mitjanit meet-yah-NEET midnight

Telling the Hours[edit | edit source]

Now that we know some basic vocabulary, let's learn how to tell the hours in Catalan. The structure to express the time in Catalan is:

"Hora" + "number" + "en punt"

Here are a few examples:

  • L'hora és la una en punt. (The time is one o'clock.)
  • L'hora és la sis en punt. (The time is six o'clock.)
  • L'hora és la dotze en punt. (The time is twelve o'clock.)

Notice that when the hour is "una" (one), we use "és" (is) instead of "són" (are). This is because "una" is singular, while the other numbers are plural.

Telling the Minutes[edit | edit source]

In addition to the hours, it's important to know how to tell the minutes in Catalan. To express the minutes, we use the following structure:

"Number" + "minuts"

Here are a few examples:

  • L'hora és la una i deu minuts. (The time is ten past one.)
  • L'hora és la sis i vint minuts. (The time is twenty past six.)
  • L'hora és la dotze i cinc minuts. (The time is five past twelve.)

Notice that when the minutes are between "una" (one) and "nou" (nine), we use "i" (and) to connect the hour and minutes.

Phrases for Past, Present, and Future Events[edit | edit source]

Now that we know how to tell the time, let's learn some phrases to discuss past, present, and future events in Catalan. Here are a few useful expressions:

  • Ahir a les quatre. (Yesterday at four o'clock.)
  • Avui al migdia. (Today at noon.)
  • Demà a les vuit. (Tomorrow at eight o'clock.)
  • La setmana passada a les deu. (Last week at ten o'clock.)
  • El mes que ve a les tres. (Next month at three o'clock.)

These phrases will help you navigate conversations about specific times and events in Catalan.

Cultural Insights[edit | edit source]

In Catalan-speaking regions, time is an important aspect of daily life. Punctuality is highly valued, and it is considered impolite to be late for appointments or meetings. Therefore, it's essential to be able to tell the time accurately and communicate your availability effectively.

Catalan is spoken in several regions, including Catalonia, Valencia, and the Balearic Islands. While the basic vocabulary and structure for telling time remain the same across these areas, there might be slight variations in pronunciation or regional expressions. For example, in Valencia, it is common to use "la vesprada" instead of "la tarda" to refer to the afternoon. Similarly, in the Balearic Islands, "la nit" can be replaced by "sa nit." These regional differences add richness to the Catalan language and reflect the cultural diversity within the Catalan-speaking community.

Practice Exercises[edit | edit source]

Now it's time to put your knowledge into practice! Here are a few exercises to help you reinforce what you've learned:

Exercise 1: Write the following times in Catalan: 1. 9:30 AM 2. 5:45 PM 3. 11:15 PM

Exercise 2: Translate the following phrases into Catalan: 1. Yesterday at three o'clock. 2. Today at nine o'clock. 3. Tomorrow at six o'clock.

Exercise 3: Fill in the blanks with the correct time: 1. L'hora és _________ en punt. 2. L'hora és _________ i cinc minuts. 3. L'hora és _________ i vint minuts.

Exercise Solutions[edit | edit source]

Exercise 1: 1. L'hora és les nou i mitja del matí. 2. L'hora és les cinc i quaranta-cinc de la tarda. 3. L'hora és les onze i quinze de la nit.

Exercise 2: 1. Ahir a les tres en punt. 2. Avui a les nou en punt. 3. Demà a les sis en punt.

Exercise 3: 1. L'hora és la una 2. L'hora és les cinc 3. L'hora és les dotze

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

Congratulations! You have successfully learned how to tell time in Catalan. Remember to practice regularly to improve your skills and fluency. Being able to tell time accurately is an essential skill that will help you in your daily life and interactions with others. Keep up the good work and continue exploring the fascinating world of the Catalan language and culture!

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


Introduction to Catalan


Greetings and Introductions


Articles and Nouns


Numbers and Time


Adjectives and Pronouns


Family and Relationships


Verbs and Tenses


Food and Dining


Prepositions and Conjunctions


Travel and Transportation


Catalan Culture


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