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== Introduction ==


Welcome to our lesson on Turkmen vocabulary for family members! In this lesson, you will learn about essential family-related words in the Turkmen language. As we explore these words, you'll also get introduced to some interesting cultural aspects of Turkmenistan and learn some valuable tips for using these words in context.
In this lesson, we will explore the Turkmen words for different family members. Family is an integral part of Turkmen culture, and it is important to have a good understanding of the vocabulary related to family and relationships. By learning these words, you will be able to talk about your family members and understand when others talk about their families. This lesson is suitable for complete beginners and will help you lay a strong foundation in the Turkmen language.


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== Turkmen Vocabulary for Family Members ==


Family is highly valued in Turkmen society, and there are specific words to describe each family member. Let's start by learning the Turkmen words for immediate family members, such as mother, father, sister, and brother.


<span link>After mastering this lesson, these related pages might interest you: [[Language/Turkmen/Vocabulary/Express-Surprise|Express Surprise]] & [[Language/Turkmen/Vocabulary/Basic-Greetings|Basic Greetings]].</span>
=== Mother ===
== Turkmen Family Vocabulary ==


Turkmen family structures resemble many societies around the world, with a range of nuclear and extended family members. Therefore, when learning about family members in Turkmen, it is helpful to consider the different roles and relationships within families. Let's start by looking at the most common family member words in Turkmen.
The Turkmen word for mother is "äne". It is pronounced as "ah-neh".


Examples:
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! Turkmen !! Pronunciation !! English
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| eje || /e.d͡ʒe/ || mother
| äne || ah-neh || mother
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Example sentences:
* Meniň änem gyzyl saçly. (My mother has red hair.)
* Meniň änem ýaşal. (My mother is young.)
 
=== Father ===
 
The Turkmen word for father is "baba". It is pronounced as "ba-ba".
 
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| däde || /dæ.de/ || father
| baba || ba-ba || father
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| dogan || /do.ɡan/ || brother
 
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Example sentences:
| älem || /æ.lem/ || sister
* Meniň babam işgär. (My father works.)
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* Meniň babam aýaly. (My father is tall.)
| babir || /ba.bir/ || grandfather
 
|-
=== Sister ===
| nene || /ne.ne/ || grandmother
 
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The Turkmen word for sister is "gül". It is pronounced as "gool".
| amja || /am.d͡ʒa/ || uncle
 
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| täze || /tæ.ze/ || aunt
| gül || gool || sister
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| ilkinji oglan || /il.kin.d͡ʒi oɡ.lan/ || eldest son
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| ilkinji gyzy || /il.kin.d͡ʒi ɡy.zy/ || eldest daughter
|}
|}


== Extended Family Members ==
Example sentences:
* Meniň gülüm okuwçy. (My sister is a student.)
* Meniň gülüm köp kitap okaýar. (My sister reads a lot of books.)


In Turkmenistan, extended families often play crucial roles in a person's life. Many generations might live together or nearby, providing support and camaraderie. Here, we'll be going over some of the essential terms for extended family members in Turkmen.
=== Brother ===
 
The Turkmen word for brother is "agabat". It is pronounced as "a-ga-bat".


Examples:
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| ýegen || /jegen/ || nephew/niece
| agabat || a-ga-bat || brother
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| jogap || /d͡ʒo.ɡap/ || cousin
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| doganly || /do.ɡan.ly/ || brother-in-law
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| älemli || /æ.lem.li/ || sister-in-law
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| baldyj || /bal.dyz/ || son-in-law
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| goňşy ýarim || /ɡoɲ.ʃy jæ.rim/ || half-sibling (brother or sister)
|}
|}


== Addressing Family Members ==
Example sentences:
* Meniň agabatym sport bilen meşgullanýar. (My brother is involved in sports.)
* Meniň agabatym ýigit. (My brother is a boy.)
 
=== Grandparents ===
 
In Turkmen, there are specific words for maternal and paternal grandparents.
 
* The Turkmen word for grandmother (maternal) is "nene". It is pronounced as "neh-neh".
* The Turkmen word for grandmother (paternal) is "enek". It is pronounced as "eh-nek".
* The Turkmen word for grandfather (maternal) is "dede". It is pronounced as "de-de".
* The Turkmen word for grandfather (paternal) is "baba". It is pronounced as "ba-ba".


Turkmen society tends to follow norms of respect and politeness when addressing family members, especially elders. It's essential to use proper terms of address and adjust your language to show respect.
Example sentences:
* Meniň nene-delemiň ýüz üýrenoklary bar. (My maternal grandmother has a hundred grandchildren.)
* Meniň dedem köp sanyda kitaplar okar. (My grandfather reads a lot of books.)


* To address elders, you should use their first name followed by their title, such as "Mutal eje" (Aunt Mutal) or "Oraz däde" (Uncle Oraz).
=== Other Family Members ===


* When speaking directly to your parents, you may refer to them as "eje" (mother) and "däde" (father)
Here are some additional Turkmen words for other family members:


* Younger siblings should address their older siblings by their names or titles, like "dogan" (brother) and "älem" (sister), followed by the older sibling's name, e.g., "Gulay dogan" or "Aýşe älem."
* The Turkmen word for daughter is "gyz". It is pronounced as "guzh".
* The Turkmen word for son is "oglan". It is pronounced as "og-lan".
* The Turkmen word for aunt is "hala". It is pronounced as "ha-la".
* The Turkmen word for uncle is "amca". It is pronounced as "am-ja".
* The Turkmen word for cousin is "sekiz". It is pronounced as "se-kiz".
* The Turkmen word for niece is "neĝiz". It is pronounced as "ne-ghiz".
* The Turkmen word for nephew is "neĝe". It is pronounced as "ne-ge".


== Cultural Notes on Turkmen Families ==
Example sentences:
* Meniň gyzym okuwçy. (My daughter is a student.)
* Meniň oglanym sport bilen meşgullanýar. (My son is involved in sports.)
* Meniň halam gaplaşýar. (My aunt is talking.)
* Meniň amcam işgär. (My uncle works.)
* Meniň sekizlerim garaşygyň ýerinde ýaşaýarlar. (My cousins live in a beautiful place.)
* Meniň neĝizim ýigit. (My niece is a boy.)
* Meniň neĝem sportçy. (My nephew is an athlete.)


* In Turkmen families, respecting and supporting one's elders is highly valued. It's expected that younger family members will help older relatives, showing them respect and gratitude.
== Cultural Insights ==


* Turkmen families often celebrate life events and milestones together, such as birthdays and weddings. These occasions are an opportunity for family members to come together and strengthen their bonds.
Turkmen culture places high importance on family and the role of family members. Traditionally, the family structure in Turkmenistan is patriarchal, with the father as the head of the household. However, in modern times, the roles and dynamics within families have evolved to be more egalitarian.


* Hospitality is an essential aspect of Turkmen culture. Families often welcome guests into their homes and show them warm hospitality, offering food, drinks, and engaging conversation.
Extended families are common in Turkmen society, with multiple generations living together under the same roof or in close proximity. This allows for strong relationships and support networks within the family unit.


== Conclusion ==
It is also common for Turkmen families to have large numbers of children. This is influenced by cultural and religious factors, as well as the importance placed on maintaining and strengthening family ties.


Congratulations on completing this lesson on family members in Turkmen! With the knowledge you've gained, you can now engage in conversations about family, learn more about family structures in Turkmenistan, and show respect when addressing and speaking about family members. This lesson is part of our "Complete 0 to A1 Turkmen Course," designed to take you from a complete beginner to understanding and using A1 level Turkmen. Continue on to the next lesson to learn even more about the Turkmen language and culture!
== Practice Exercises ==


Now, let's practice using the Turkmen vocabulary for family members. Complete the following exercises and check your answers below.
Exercise 1: Match the Turkmen words with their English translations.
* Äne
* Baba
* Gül
* Agabat
* Nene
a) Sister
b) Mother
c) Father
d) Brother
e) Grandmother
Exercise 2: Fill in the blanks with the appropriate Turkmen words.
* Meniň __________ işgär.
* Meniň __________ ýaşal.
* Meniň __________ köp kitap okaýar.
* Meniň __________ sport bilen meşgullanýar.
* Meniň __________ ýaşly.
Exercise 3: Translate the following sentences from English to Turkmen.
* My sister is tall.
* My father works.
* My brother has blue eyes.
* My grandmother loves cooking.
* My aunt is a teacher.
== Exercise Solutions ==
Exercise 1:
* Äne - b) Mother
* Baba - c) Father
* Gül - a) Sister
* Agabat - d) Brother
* Nene - e) Grandmother
Exercise 2:
* Meniň änem işgär.
* Meniň babam ýaşal.
* Meniň gülüm köp kitap okaýar.
* Meniň agabatym sport bilen meşgullanýar.
* Meniň nene-delemiň ýaşly.
Exercise 3:
* Meniň gülüm uzyn.
* Meniň babam işgär.
* Meniň agabatym gök gözli.
* Meniň nene-delemiň aş-çäý etmegiňi seýýär.
* Meniň halam öýji öwrenji.
Congratulations on completing the exercises! You are well on your way to mastering the Turkmen vocabulary for family members.


<span link>Well done on mastering this lesson! Don't miss these related pages to expand your knowledge: [[Language/Turkmen/Vocabulary/How-to-Say-Hello-and-Greetings|How to Say Hello and Greetings]] & [[Language/Turkmen/Vocabulary/Common-Foods|Common Foods]].</span>
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* [https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/Turkmeen Turkmen Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com]
* [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Turkmen_language Turkmen language - Wikipedia]
 
 


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Introduction[edit | edit source]

In this lesson, we will explore the Turkmen words for different family members. Family is an integral part of Turkmen culture, and it is important to have a good understanding of the vocabulary related to family and relationships. By learning these words, you will be able to talk about your family members and understand when others talk about their families. This lesson is suitable for complete beginners and will help you lay a strong foundation in the Turkmen language.

Turkmen Vocabulary for Family Members[edit | edit source]

Family is highly valued in Turkmen society, and there are specific words to describe each family member. Let's start by learning the Turkmen words for immediate family members, such as mother, father, sister, and brother.

Mother[edit | edit source]

The Turkmen word for mother is "äne". It is pronounced as "ah-neh".

Turkmen Pronunciation English
äne ah-neh mother

Example sentences:

  • Meniň änem gyzyl saçly. (My mother has red hair.)
  • Meniň änem ýaşal. (My mother is young.)

Father[edit | edit source]

The Turkmen word for father is "baba". It is pronounced as "ba-ba".

Turkmen Pronunciation English
baba ba-ba father

Example sentences:

  • Meniň babam işgär. (My father works.)
  • Meniň babam aýaly. (My father is tall.)

Sister[edit | edit source]

The Turkmen word for sister is "gül". It is pronounced as "gool".

Turkmen Pronunciation English
gül gool sister

Example sentences:

  • Meniň gülüm okuwçy. (My sister is a student.)
  • Meniň gülüm köp kitap okaýar. (My sister reads a lot of books.)

Brother[edit | edit source]

The Turkmen word for brother is "agabat". It is pronounced as "a-ga-bat".

Turkmen Pronunciation English
agabat a-ga-bat brother

Example sentences:

  • Meniň agabatym sport bilen meşgullanýar. (My brother is involved in sports.)
  • Meniň agabatym ýigit. (My brother is a boy.)

Grandparents[edit | edit source]

In Turkmen, there are specific words for maternal and paternal grandparents.

  • The Turkmen word for grandmother (maternal) is "nene". It is pronounced as "neh-neh".
  • The Turkmen word for grandmother (paternal) is "enek". It is pronounced as "eh-nek".
  • The Turkmen word for grandfather (maternal) is "dede". It is pronounced as "de-de".
  • The Turkmen word for grandfather (paternal) is "baba". It is pronounced as "ba-ba".

Example sentences:

  • Meniň nene-delemiň ýüz üýrenoklary bar. (My maternal grandmother has a hundred grandchildren.)
  • Meniň dedem köp sanyda kitaplar okar. (My grandfather reads a lot of books.)

Other Family Members[edit | edit source]

Here are some additional Turkmen words for other family members:

  • The Turkmen word for daughter is "gyz". It is pronounced as "guzh".
  • The Turkmen word for son is "oglan". It is pronounced as "og-lan".
  • The Turkmen word for aunt is "hala". It is pronounced as "ha-la".
  • The Turkmen word for uncle is "amca". It is pronounced as "am-ja".
  • The Turkmen word for cousin is "sekiz". It is pronounced as "se-kiz".
  • The Turkmen word for niece is "neĝiz". It is pronounced as "ne-ghiz".
  • The Turkmen word for nephew is "neĝe". It is pronounced as "ne-ge".

Example sentences:

  • Meniň gyzym okuwçy. (My daughter is a student.)
  • Meniň oglanym sport bilen meşgullanýar. (My son is involved in sports.)
  • Meniň halam gaplaşýar. (My aunt is talking.)
  • Meniň amcam işgär. (My uncle works.)
  • Meniň sekizlerim garaşygyň ýerinde ýaşaýarlar. (My cousins live in a beautiful place.)
  • Meniň neĝizim ýigit. (My niece is a boy.)
  • Meniň neĝem sportçy. (My nephew is an athlete.)

Cultural Insights[edit | edit source]

Turkmen culture places high importance on family and the role of family members. Traditionally, the family structure in Turkmenistan is patriarchal, with the father as the head of the household. However, in modern times, the roles and dynamics within families have evolved to be more egalitarian.

Extended families are common in Turkmen society, with multiple generations living together under the same roof or in close proximity. This allows for strong relationships and support networks within the family unit.

It is also common for Turkmen families to have large numbers of children. This is influenced by cultural and religious factors, as well as the importance placed on maintaining and strengthening family ties.

Practice Exercises[edit | edit source]

Now, let's practice using the Turkmen vocabulary for family members. Complete the following exercises and check your answers below.

Exercise 1: Match the Turkmen words with their English translations.

  • Äne
  • Baba
  • Gül
  • Agabat
  • Nene

a) Sister b) Mother c) Father d) Brother e) Grandmother

Exercise 2: Fill in the blanks with the appropriate Turkmen words.

  • Meniň __________ işgär.
  • Meniň __________ ýaşal.
  • Meniň __________ köp kitap okaýar.
  • Meniň __________ sport bilen meşgullanýar.
  • Meniň __________ ýaşly.

Exercise 3: Translate the following sentences from English to Turkmen.

  • My sister is tall.
  • My father works.
  • My brother has blue eyes.
  • My grandmother loves cooking.
  • My aunt is a teacher.

Exercise Solutions[edit | edit source]

Exercise 1:

  • Äne - b) Mother
  • Baba - c) Father
  • Gül - a) Sister
  • Agabat - d) Brother
  • Nene - e) Grandmother

Exercise 2:

  • Meniň änem işgär.
  • Meniň babam ýaşal.
  • Meniň gülüm köp kitap okaýar.
  • Meniň agabatym sport bilen meşgullanýar.
  • Meniň nene-delemiň ýaşly.

Exercise 3:

  • Meniň gülüm uzyn.
  • Meniň babam işgär.
  • Meniň agabatym gök gözli.
  • Meniň nene-delemiň aş-çäý etmegiňi seýýär.
  • Meniň halam öýji öwrenji.

Congratulations on completing the exercises! You are well on your way to mastering the Turkmen vocabulary for family members.

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


Greetings and Introductions


Pronouns and Verbs


Numbers and Time


Nouns and Adjectives


Family and Relationships


Turkmen Customs and Traditions


Food and Dining


Asking Questions


Travel and Transportation


Geography and Landmarks


Prepositions and Conjunctions


Hobbies and Leisure Activities


Turkmen Art and Literature


Sources[edit | edit source]


Other Lessons[edit | edit source]



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