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Welcome to this engaging lesson on telephone conversations in Amharic! In our increasingly connected world, being able to communicate over the phone is essential. Whether you're planning a trip to Ethiopia, connecting with friends, or conducting business, understanding how to navigate phone conversations in Amharic is an invaluable skill.
In this lesson, we will cover essential vocabulary and phrases related to making and receiving phone calls. You'll learn how to introduce yourself, ask questions, and respond to various scenarios you might encounter during a phone call. By the end of this lesson, you will be equipped with the tools you need to confidently engage in basic telephone conversations in Amharic.
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== Introduction ==
=== Importance of Telephone Conversations in Amharic ===
 
Understanding telephone communication is vital for anyone looking to interact effectively in a modern context. Phone calls often require a different set of skills compared to face-to-face conversations. Tone, clarity, and the ability to convey information succinctly become critical. Mastering telephone vocabulary in Amharic not only enhances your language skills but also deepens your cultural understanding of Ethiopian communication styles.
 
=== Structure of the Lesson ===
 
1. '''Essential Vocabulary for Telephone Conversations'''
 
2. '''Common Phrases Used in Phone Calls'''
 
3. '''Examples of Telephone Conversations'''
 
4. '''Practice Exercises'''
 
5. '''Conclusion and Key Takeaways'''
 
== Essential Vocabulary for Telephone Conversations ==
 
Let's start by building your vocabulary! Below are some essential words and phrases you'll need for telephone conversations.
 
{| class="wikitable"
 
! Amharic !! Pronunciation !! English
 
|-
 
| እባክህ አይቅርብ || ʔɨbākɨh aɨk’ɨrəb || Please pick up
 
|-
 
| ስልክ || sɨlɨk’ || Phone
 
|-
 
| ተደይ || t’ädeɨ || Call
 
|-
 
| ይህ ነው || yɨh ne || This is
 
|-
 
| ርዕስ || rɨʔɨs || Receiver
 
|-
 
| እባክህ ደወል || ʔɨbākɨh dɨwäl || Please call
 
|-
 
| አድራሻ || ʔädräša || Address
 
|-
 
| ወይ || wäy || Or
 
|-
 
| ምን ነው? || mɨn neʊ? || What is it?
 
|-
 
| ምን ይህ ነው? || mɨn yɨh neʊ? || What is this?
 
|-
 
| ወይም በመልእክት || wäyɨm bämälɨk’ɨt || Or via text
 
|-
 
| ቀጥሎ ይላኩ || k’ät’ɨlo yɨlaku || Send me back
 
|-
 
| የሚኖር ጊዜ || yämɨnɔr gɨzɛ || Available time
 
|-
 
| እንዴት ነህ? || ʔɨndɛt nɛh? || How are you?
 
|-
 
| ደህና ነኝ || dähɨna nɛɲ || I am fine
 
|-
 
| ትምህርት || tɨmɨhɨrt || Education
 
|-
 
| ይቅርታ || yɨk’ɨrta || Excuse me
 
|-
 
| ወገን || wägän || Friend
 
|-
 
| መልእክት || mälɨk’ɨt || Message
 
|-
 
| ተወላጅ || t’äwäläj || Dial
 
|-
 
| ይገኛል || yɨgänal || It’s ringing
 
|-
 
| መልካም ዕለት || mälɨk’äm ʔɨlät || Have a good day
 
|}
 
== Common Phrases Used in Phone Calls ==
 
Now, let's explore some common phrases that you can use during phone conversations. Mastering these phrases will help you navigate different situations when speaking on the phone.
 
{| class="wikitable"
 
! Amharic !! Pronunciation !! English
 
|-
 
| ስልክ እባክህ ደወል || sɨlɨk’ ʔɨbākɨh dɨwäl || Please call on the phone
 
|-
 
| እንዴት ነህ? || ʔɨndɛt nɛh? || How are you?
 
|-
 
| እባክህ እንዴት ነው? || ʔɨbākɨh ʔɨndɛt nɛw? || Please tell me how it is?
 
|-
 
| ከዚያ እባክህ ዝርዝር አላቸው || k’äzɨja ʔɨbākɨh zɨrɨzɨr ʔalāčew || Please give me the details
 
|-
 
| ስልኩ ተወላጅ ነው || sɨlɨku t’äwäläj nɛw || My phone is dialing
 
|-
 
| እባክህ ለእባክህ ወይ || ʔɨbākɨh läʔɨbākɨh wäy || Please, for you or
 
|-
 
| በጣም ደህና ነኝ || bät’ām dähɨna nɛn || I am very well
 
|-
 
| ይህ ተደይ ነው || yɨh t’ädeɨ nɛw || This is a call
 
|-
 
| እባክህ ምን ነው? || ʔɨbākɨh mɨn nɛw? || Please, what is it?
 
|-
 
| እባክህ እንዲህ ነው || ʔɨbākɨh ʔɨndɨh nɛw || Please, this is how it is
 
|-
 
| ወይ ወይ || wäy wäy || Or or
 
|-
 
| ይዘምብ ማለት || yɨzämɨb mālet || It means to say
 
|-
 
| ምን ይህ ይህ ነው || mɨn yɨh yɨh nɛw || What is this?
 
|-
 
| ይቅርታ ወይ ይህ ነው || yɨk’ɨrta wäy yɨh nɛw || Excuse me or this is
 
|-
 
| እባክህ ይላኩ || ʔɨbākɨh yɨlaku || Please send me back
 
|-
 
| ተጨዋታ ይምር || t’äč’äwatā yɨmɨr || It’s a surprise
 
|-
 
| ይዘምብ ነው || yɨzämɨb nɛw || It’s a meaning
 
|-
 
| እሱ ገንዘብ አለ || ʔɨsu gänzäb ʔalɛ || He has money
 
|-
 
| እባክህ ይዘምብ || ʔɨbākɨh yɨzämɨb || Please mean
 
|-
 
| ወይ እሱ || wäy ʔɨsu || Or he
 
|-
 
| ወይ አይደለም || wäy ʔayǝdəlɛm || Or not
 
|}
 
== Examples of Telephone Conversations ==
 
Now that we've covered vocabulary and common phrases, let's look at some practical examples of telephone conversations. These examples will help you visualize how the vocabulary and phrases fit together in real-life situations.
 
=== Example 1: Making a Call ===
 
''Situation: You are calling a friend to ask how they are doing.''
 
{| class="wikitable"
 
! Amharic !! Pronunciation !! English
 
|-
 
| ሰላም እንዴት ነህ? || sälam ʔɨndɛt nɛh? || Hello, how are you?
 
|-
 
| እንደምን ነህ? || ʔɨndämɨn nɛh? || How is everything?
 
|-
 
| ደህና ነኝ || dähɨna nɛn || I am fine.
 
|-
 
| እባክህ ደወል ወይ እሱ ወይ? || ʔɨbākɨh dɨwäl wäy ʔɨsu wäy? || Please call or is he or?
 
|-


In this lesson, we will learn how to make and receive phone calls in Amharic. Telephone conversations are an essential part of daily communication, allowing us to connect with friends, family, and colleagues. By mastering the vocabulary and phrases related to telephone conversations, you will be able to confidently navigate conversations over the phone in Amharic.
| አዎን እንዴት ነህ? || ʔawǝn ʔɨndɛt nɛh? || Yes, how are you?


This lesson is part of the "Complete 0 to A1 Amharic Course" and is designed for complete beginners. Throughout this lesson, we will provide detailed explanations, examples, and exercises to help you understand and practice telephone conversations in Amharic. Let's get started!
|}


== Basic Telephone Vocabulary ==
=== Example 2: Receiving a Call ===


Before we dive into telephone conversations, let's start by learning some basic vocabulary related to telephones. These words and phrases will be useful throughout the lesson. Take a look at the table below:
''Situation: You receive a call and want to know who is calling.''


{| class="wikitable"
{| class="wikitable"
! Amharic !! Pronunciation !! English Translation
 
! Amharic !! Pronunciation !! English
 
|-
 
| ሰላም || sälam || Hello
 
|-
 
| መልእክት መልካም || mälɨk’ɨt mälɨk’ām || Message is good
 
|-
 
| ይህ የማህበረሰብ ነው || yɨh yämähɨbäräsäb nɛw || This is the community
 
|-
 
| እባክህ ይህ ነው? || ʔɨbākɨh yɨh nɛw? || Please, is this?
 
|-
|-
| ቴሌፎን || telefon || telephone
 
| በዚያ ደወል || bɨzɨja dɨwäl || Call back
 
|-
|-
| ስልክ || sälk || phone
 
| ወይ ስልኩ ወይ? || wäy sɨlɨku wäy? || Or my phone or?
 
|}
 
=== Example 3: Asking for Information ===
 
''Situation: You are calling to ask about a meeting time.''
 
{| class="wikitable"
 
! Amharic !! Pronunciation !! English
 
|-
 
| ሰላም || sälam || Hello
 
|-
 
| እባክህ የምን ጊዜ ነው? || ʔɨbākɨh yämin gɨzɛ nɛw? || Please, what time is it?
 
|-
 
| ይመልስ || yɨmälɨs || It will answer
 
|-
 
| ወይ ይህ አለ? || wäy yɨh ʔalɛ? || Or is this?
 
|-
 
| እባክህ ለእንዴት ነው || ʔɨbākɨh läʔɨndɛt nɛw || Please, how is it?
 
|}
 
=== Example 4: Confirming a Meeting ===
 
''Situation: You are confirming the meeting time with your colleague.''
 
{| class="wikitable"
 
! Amharic !! Pronunciation !! English
 
|-
 
| ሰላም || sälam || Hello
 
|-
 
| እባክህ ወይ በምን ጊዜ || ʔɨbākɨh wäy bämɨn gɨzɛ || Please, or at what time
 
|-
 
| እባክህ አስተካክል || ʔɨbākɨh ʔästäk’äkl || Please, confirm
 
|-
 
| ምን ነው? || mɨn nɛw? || What is it?
 
|-
 
| እባክህ የወይ ነው? || ʔɨbākɨh yäwäy nɛw? || Please, is it?
 
|}
 
=== Example 5: Ending the Call ===
 
''Situation: You need to end the call politely.''
 
{| class="wikitable"
 
! Amharic !! Pronunciation !! English
 
|-
|-
| ደውል || däwl || call
 
| ወይ ይቅርታ || wäy yɨk’ɨrta || Or excuse me
 
|-
|-
| ለውጥ || lewet || hang up
 
| በጣም እድል አለ || bät’ām ʔɨdɨl ʔalɛ || Very lucky
 
|-
|-
| አስገባ || asgeba || answer
 
| ወይ ይህ ነው || wäy yɨh nɛw || Or this is
 
|-
|-
| ቁልፍ || kul || keypad
 
| እባክህ ይዘው || ʔɨbākɨh yɨzäw || Please, send
 
|-
|-
| እድሜ || edme || extension
 
| ይቅርታ በጣም ደህና || yɨk’ɨrta bät’ām dähɨna || Excuse me, I am very good
 
|}
|}


Now that you are familiar with some basic telephone vocabulary, let's move on to the next section where we will learn how to make phone calls in Amharic.
== Practice Exercises ==
 
Now that you've absorbed the vocabulary, phrases, and conversation examples, it's time to put your knowledge to the test! Here are some exercises to help you practice what you've learned.
 
=== Exercise 1: Fill in the Blanks ===
 
Fill in the blanks with the appropriate Amharic words from the vocabulary list.
 
1. ሰላም, እንዴት _____?
 
2. እባክህ ይዘው _____ ወይ?
 
3. ይህ _____ ነው.
 
4. ምን _____ ነው?
 
5. ወይ ይቅርታ _____.
 
'''Solutions:'''
 
1. ነህ
 
2. እሱ
 
3. ተደይ
 
4. ይህ
 
5. ወይ
 
=== Exercise 2: Match the Phrases ===
 
Match the Amharic phrases with their English translations.
 
1. በጣም ደህና ነኝ
 
2. እባክህ ወይ
 
3. ምን ነው?


== Making Phone Calls ==
4. ይህ ነው


When making phone calls in Amharic, it's important to know how to introduce yourself, ask for the person you want to speak to, and politely request to speak with them. Let's break down the process into steps:
5. ይቅርታ


=== Step 1: Greeting ===
'''Answers:'''


Just like in any conversation, it's polite to start with a greeting. In Amharic, a common greeting is "ሰላም" (sälam), which means "hello" or "peace". You can use this greeting when someone answers your call or when you dial a number. For example:
1. I am very well.


* ሰላም! ይህ አስገባ ለማድረግ አስችለው (Sälam! Yih' äsgeba lemadärge aschilew) - Hello! I'm calling to make an appointment.
2. Or


=== Step 2: Introducing Yourself ===
3. What is it?


After the initial greeting, it's important to introduce yourself. You can say "እኔ ልጠበቅ ይሆን" (Ené lätäbäk yihon), which means "This is [your name] calling". Here's an example:
4. This is


* እኔ ልጠበቅ ይሆን, በማለት ኮል ይላል (Ené lätäbäk yihon, bämalät kohl yilal) - This is [your name] calling, may I speak with [person's name]?
5. Excuse me


=== Step 3: Asking for the Person ===
=== Exercise 3: Role Play ===


After introducing yourself, you can politely ask to speak with the person you are trying to reach. You can use the phrase "ለማድረግ ልንገባው" (Lemadärge lingäbabwe), which means "Can I speak with [person's name]?" Here's an example:
Pair up with a partner and practice the following scenarios:


* ለማድረግ ልንገባው, በማለት ኮል ይላል (Lemadärge lingäbabwe, bämalät kohl yilal) - Can I speak with [person's name], please?
1. Making a casual call to a friend.


=== Step 4: Ending the Call ===
2. Receiving a call from a colleague asking about a meeting.


Once you have finished your conversation, it's important to end the call politely. You can say "ለውጥ" (Lewet), which means "hang up". Here's an example:
3. Confirming details of an upcoming event.


* ለውጥ, እሺ (Lewet, eshi) - Goodbye, take care.
=== Exercise 4: Translate the Sentences ===


Now that you know the steps involved in making a phone call in Amharic, let's move on to the next section where we will learn how to receive phone calls.
Translate the following sentences into Amharic.


== Receiving Phone Calls ==
1. Hello, how are you?


When receiving phone calls in Amharic, it's important to know how to answer the call, greet the caller, and ask for the purpose of the call. Let's break down the process into steps:
2. Please call me back.


=== Step 1: Answering the Call ===
3. What time is the meeting?


When you receive a phone call, you can answer by saying "አስገባ" (Asgeba), which means "hello" or "answer". This is a polite way to acknowledge the call and let the caller know that you are available to speak. Here's an example:
4. I am fine, thank you.


* አስገባ (Asgeba) - Hello, how can I help you?
5. Excuse me, I need to go.


=== Step 2: Greeting the Caller ===
'''Solutions:'''


After answering the call, it's important to greet the caller. You can use the phrase "ሰላም" (Sälam), which means "hello" or "peace". This is a common greeting in Amharic. For example:
1. ሰላም, እንዴት ነህ?


* ሰላም, እዚህ እስር ቤት ነሽ? (Sälam, ezih' esir bet nesh?) - Hello, is this [your name]?
2. እባክህ ደወል.


=== Step 3: Asking for the Purpose ===
3. የምን ጊዜ ነው?


After greeting the caller, you can politely ask for the purpose of the call. You can use the phrase "ለምን ማድረግ ነሽ?" (Lemän madärge nesh?), which means "Why are you calling?". This allows the caller to explain the reason for their call. Here's an example:
4. ደህና ነኝ, አመሰግናለሁ.


* ለምን ማድረግ ነሽ? (Lemän madärge nesh?) - Why are you calling?
5. ይቅርታ, እፈልጋለሁ.


=== Step 4: Ending the Call ===
=== Exercise 5: Create Your Own Dialogue ===


Once you have finished the conversation, it's important to end the call politely. You can say "ለውጥ" (Lewet), which means "hang up". Here's an example:
Write a short dialogue using at least five phrases learned in this lesson. Practice it with a partner or record yourself.


* ለውጥ, እሺ (Lewet, eshi) - Goodbye, take care.
'''Example Dialogue:'''


Now that you know how to make and receive phone calls in Amharic, let's move on to the next section where we will explore some cultural aspects related to telephone conversations in Ethiopia.
* Person A: ሰላም, እንዴት ነህ? (Hello, how are you?)


== Cultural Insights ==
* Person B: ደህና ነኝ, አመሰግናለሁ. (I am fine, thank you.)


In Ethiopia, telephone conversations are an important part of daily life, especially in urban areas where mobile phones are widely used. However, it's worth noting that telephone coverage can be limited in some rural areas. Additionally, the use of smartphones and messaging apps has become increasingly popular in recent years.
* Person A: እባክህ ይህ ይህ ነው? (Please, is this how it is?)


In Ethiopian culture, it is customary to greet the person on the other end of the phone call with a warm and polite greeting, such as "ሰላም" (Sälam). This helps to establish a friendly and respectful tone for the conversation. It is also common to ask about the well-being of the person you are speaking with, as Ethiopians value personal connections and showing genuine interest in others.
* Person B: ይህ ተደይ ነው. (This is a call.)


When making phone calls, it is important to be patient and understanding, as the person you are trying to reach may not always be available or may be busy. Ethiopians appreciate good manners and will respond positively to polite and respectful communication.
=== Exercise 6: Listening Practice ===


== Exercises ==
Listen to a recording of a telephone conversation in Amharic (if available) and answer the following questions:


Now it's time to practice what you've learned! Below are some exercises to help you reinforce your understanding of telephone conversations in Amharic. Use the vocabulary and phrases you have learned to complete the exercises. Solutions and explanations are provided at the end.
1. Who is calling?


Exercise 1: Complete the Dialogue
2. What is the purpose of the call?
Fill in the blanks with the appropriate vocabulary and phrases to complete the dialogue.


Person A: ሰላም! ይህ አስገባ ለማድረግ አስችለው?
3. What time is the meeting mentioned?
Person B: እኔ ልጠበቅ ይሆን, በማለት ኮል ይላል.
Person A: ለማድረግ ልንገባው?
Person B: ለማድረግ ልንገባው, እስር ቤት ነሽ?
Person A: ድርጊት እይታ?


Exercise 2: Role Play
=== Exercise 7: Vocabulary Quiz ===
Imagine you are making a phone call to a hotel to inquire about room availability. Practice the dialogue with a partner, taking turns being the caller and the hotel staff. Be sure to use the appropriate vocabulary and phrases.


Exercise 3: Cultural Reflection
Take a short quiz to test your vocabulary knowledge. Write the Amharic words for the following:
Think about a time when you had a memorable phone conversation. What made it memorable? Was there anything culturally significant about the conversation? Share your reflection in a paragraph or two.


== Solutions ==
1. Phone


Exercise 1: Complete the Dialogue
2. Message
Person A: ሰላም! ይህ አስገባ ለማድረግ አስችለው?
Person B: እኔ ልጠበቅ ይሆን, በማለት ኮል ይላል.
Person A: ለማድረግ ልንገባው?
Person B: ለማድረግ ልንገባው, እስር ቤት ነሽ?
Person A: ድርጊት እይታ?


Translation:
3. Call
Person A: Hello! Is this the office for making appointments?
Person B: This is [your name] calling.
Person A: Can I speak with [person's name]?
Person B: Can I speak with [person's name], please?
Person A: Is there a meeting today?


Exercise 2: Role Play
4. Friend
Practice the dialogue with a partner, focusing on using the appropriate vocabulary and phrases for a phone call to inquire about room availability at a hotel.


Exercise 3: Cultural Reflection
5. Address
Write a paragraph or two reflecting on a memorable phone conversation you have had. Consider any cultural aspects that made the conversation unique or significant.


== Conclusion ==
'''Solutions:'''


Congratulations! You have learned how to make and receive phone calls in Amharic. By mastering the vocabulary and phrases covered in this lesson, you will be able to confidently navigate telephone conversations in Amharic. Remember to practice what you have learned and continue exploring the rich culture and language of Ethiopia. Good luck with your language learning journey!
1. ስልክ
 
2. መልእክት
 
3. ተደይ
 
4. ወገን
 
5. አድራሻ
 
=== Exercise 8: True or False ===
 
Determine whether the statements are true or false based on the vocabulary learned.
 
1. ይቅርታ means Excuse me.
 
2. ምን ነው? means What is it?
 
3. ወይ means Yes.
 
4. እባክህ means Please.
 
5. ይህ ይቅርታ means This is an excuse.
 
'''Answers:'''
 
1. True
 
2. True
 
3. False
 
4. True
 
5. False
 
=== Exercise 9: Fill in the Conversation ===
 
Complete the conversation with the appropriate phrases.
 
A: ሰላም, እንዴት _____?
 
B: ደህና ነኝ, አመሰግናለሁ.
 
A: እባክህ _____ ወይ ይህ _____?
 
B: እባክህ ይዘው _____.
 
'''Solutions:'''
 
1. ነህ
 
2. ይህ
 
3. ነው
 
4. ወይ
 
=== Exercise 10: Review and Reflect ===
 
Reflect on what you’ve learned in this lesson. Write down three phrases you feel confident using and three phrases you want to practice more.
 
== Conclusion and Key Takeaways ==
 
Congratulations! You have successfully navigated through the essential vocabulary and phrases for telephone conversations in Amharic. Remember, practice makes perfect, and the more you engage with the language, the more fluent you will become.
 
Here are some key takeaways from this lesson:
 
* Mastering telephone vocabulary is crucial for effective communication.
 
* Familiarize yourself with common phrases to enhance your conversational skills.
 
* Practice through role plays and dialogues to build confidence.
 
Stay tuned for our next lesson, where we will delve deeper into the nuances of the Amharic language!


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Amharic → Vocabulary → 0 to A1 Course → Telephone Conversations

Welcome to this engaging lesson on telephone conversations in Amharic! In our increasingly connected world, being able to communicate over the phone is essential. Whether you're planning a trip to Ethiopia, connecting with friends, or conducting business, understanding how to navigate phone conversations in Amharic is an invaluable skill.

In this lesson, we will cover essential vocabulary and phrases related to making and receiving phone calls. You'll learn how to introduce yourself, ask questions, and respond to various scenarios you might encounter during a phone call. By the end of this lesson, you will be equipped with the tools you need to confidently engage in basic telephone conversations in Amharic.

Importance of Telephone Conversations in Amharic[edit | edit source]

Understanding telephone communication is vital for anyone looking to interact effectively in a modern context. Phone calls often require a different set of skills compared to face-to-face conversations. Tone, clarity, and the ability to convey information succinctly become critical. Mastering telephone vocabulary in Amharic not only enhances your language skills but also deepens your cultural understanding of Ethiopian communication styles.

Structure of the Lesson[edit | edit source]

1. Essential Vocabulary for Telephone Conversations

2. Common Phrases Used in Phone Calls

3. Examples of Telephone Conversations

4. Practice Exercises

5. Conclusion and Key Takeaways

Essential Vocabulary for Telephone Conversations[edit | edit source]

Let's start by building your vocabulary! Below are some essential words and phrases you'll need for telephone conversations.

Amharic Pronunciation English
እባክህ አይቅርብ ʔɨbākɨh aɨk’ɨrəb Please pick up
ስልክ sɨlɨk’ Phone
ተደይ t’ädeɨ Call
ይህ ነው yɨh ne This is
ርዕስ rɨʔɨs Receiver
እባክህ ደወል ʔɨbākɨh dɨwäl Please call
አድራሻ ʔädräša Address
ወይ wäy Or
ምን ነው? mɨn neʊ? What is it?
ምን ይህ ነው? mɨn yɨh neʊ? What is this?
ወይም በመልእክት wäyɨm bämälɨk’ɨt Or via text
ቀጥሎ ይላኩ k’ät’ɨlo yɨlaku Send me back
የሚኖር ጊዜ yämɨnɔr gɨzɛ Available time
እንዴት ነህ? ʔɨndɛt nɛh? How are you?
ደህና ነኝ dähɨna nɛɲ I am fine
ትምህርት tɨmɨhɨrt Education
ይቅርታ yɨk’ɨrta Excuse me
ወገን wägän Friend
መልእክት mälɨk’ɨt Message
ተወላጅ t’äwäläj Dial
ይገኛል yɨgänal It’s ringing
መልካም ዕለት mälɨk’äm ʔɨlät Have a good day

Common Phrases Used in Phone Calls[edit | edit source]

Now, let's explore some common phrases that you can use during phone conversations. Mastering these phrases will help you navigate different situations when speaking on the phone.

Amharic Pronunciation English
ስልክ እባክህ ደወል sɨlɨk’ ʔɨbākɨh dɨwäl Please call on the phone
እንዴት ነህ? ʔɨndɛt nɛh? How are you?
እባክህ እንዴት ነው? ʔɨbākɨh ʔɨndɛt nɛw? Please tell me how it is?
ከዚያ እባክህ ዝርዝር አላቸው k’äzɨja ʔɨbākɨh zɨrɨzɨr ʔalāčew Please give me the details
ስልኩ ተወላጅ ነው sɨlɨku t’äwäläj nɛw My phone is dialing
እባክህ ለእባክህ ወይ ʔɨbākɨh läʔɨbākɨh wäy Please, for you or
በጣም ደህና ነኝ bät’ām dähɨna nɛn I am very well
ይህ ተደይ ነው yɨh t’ädeɨ nɛw This is a call
እባክህ ምን ነው? ʔɨbākɨh mɨn nɛw? Please, what is it?
እባክህ እንዲህ ነው ʔɨbākɨh ʔɨndɨh nɛw Please, this is how it is
ወይ ወይ wäy wäy Or or
ይዘምብ ማለት yɨzämɨb mālet It means to say
ምን ይህ ይህ ነው mɨn yɨh yɨh nɛw What is this?
ይቅርታ ወይ ይህ ነው yɨk’ɨrta wäy yɨh nɛw Excuse me or this is
እባክህ ይላኩ ʔɨbākɨh yɨlaku Please send me back
ተጨዋታ ይምር t’äč’äwatā yɨmɨr It’s a surprise
ይዘምብ ነው yɨzämɨb nɛw It’s a meaning
እሱ ገንዘብ አለ ʔɨsu gänzäb ʔalɛ He has money
እባክህ ይዘምብ ʔɨbākɨh yɨzämɨb Please mean
ወይ እሱ wäy ʔɨsu Or he
ወይ አይደለም wäy ʔayǝdəlɛm Or not

Examples of Telephone Conversations[edit | edit source]

Now that we've covered vocabulary and common phrases, let's look at some practical examples of telephone conversations. These examples will help you visualize how the vocabulary and phrases fit together in real-life situations.

Example 1: Making a Call[edit | edit source]

Situation: You are calling a friend to ask how they are doing.

Amharic Pronunciation English
ሰላም እንዴት ነህ? sälam ʔɨndɛt nɛh? Hello, how are you?
እንደምን ነህ? ʔɨndämɨn nɛh? How is everything?
ደህና ነኝ dähɨna nɛn I am fine.
እባክህ ደወል ወይ እሱ ወይ? ʔɨbākɨh dɨwäl wäy ʔɨsu wäy? Please call or is he or?
አዎን እንዴት ነህ? ʔawǝn ʔɨndɛt nɛh? Yes, how are you?

Example 2: Receiving a Call[edit | edit source]

Situation: You receive a call and want to know who is calling.

Amharic Pronunciation English
ሰላም sälam Hello
መልእክት መልካም mälɨk’ɨt mälɨk’ām Message is good
ይህ የማህበረሰብ ነው yɨh yämähɨbäräsäb nɛw This is the community
እባክህ ይህ ነው? ʔɨbākɨh yɨh nɛw? Please, is this?
በዚያ ደወል bɨzɨja dɨwäl Call back
ወይ ስልኩ ወይ? wäy sɨlɨku wäy? Or my phone or?

Example 3: Asking for Information[edit | edit source]

Situation: You are calling to ask about a meeting time.

Amharic Pronunciation English
ሰላም sälam Hello
እባክህ የምን ጊዜ ነው? ʔɨbākɨh yämin gɨzɛ nɛw? Please, what time is it?
ይመልስ yɨmälɨs It will answer
ወይ ይህ አለ? wäy yɨh ʔalɛ? Or is this?
እባክህ ለእንዴት ነው ʔɨbākɨh läʔɨndɛt nɛw Please, how is it?

Example 4: Confirming a Meeting[edit | edit source]

Situation: You are confirming the meeting time with your colleague.

Amharic Pronunciation English
ሰላም sälam Hello
እባክህ ወይ በምን ጊዜ ʔɨbākɨh wäy bämɨn gɨzɛ Please, or at what time
እባክህ አስተካክል ʔɨbākɨh ʔästäk’äkl Please, confirm
ምን ነው? mɨn nɛw? What is it?
እባክህ የወይ ነው? ʔɨbākɨh yäwäy nɛw? Please, is it?

Example 5: Ending the Call[edit | edit source]

Situation: You need to end the call politely.

Amharic Pronunciation English
ወይ ይቅርታ wäy yɨk’ɨrta Or excuse me
በጣም እድል አለ bät’ām ʔɨdɨl ʔalɛ Very lucky
ወይ ይህ ነው wäy yɨh nɛw Or this is
እባክህ ይዘው ʔɨbākɨh yɨzäw Please, send
ይቅርታ በጣም ደህና yɨk’ɨrta bät’ām dähɨna Excuse me, I am very good

Practice Exercises[edit | edit source]

Now that you've absorbed the vocabulary, phrases, and conversation examples, it's time to put your knowledge to the test! Here are some exercises to help you practice what you've learned.

Exercise 1: Fill in the Blanks[edit | edit source]

Fill in the blanks with the appropriate Amharic words from the vocabulary list.

1. ሰላም, እንዴት _____?

2. እባክህ ይዘው _____ ወይ?

3. ይህ _____ ነው.

4. ምን _____ ነው?

5. ወይ ይቅርታ _____.

Solutions:

1. ነህ

2. እሱ

3. ተደይ

4. ይህ

5. ወይ

Exercise 2: Match the Phrases[edit | edit source]

Match the Amharic phrases with their English translations.

1. በጣም ደህና ነኝ

2. እባክህ ወይ

3. ምን ነው?

4. ይህ ነው

5. ይቅርታ

Answers:

1. I am very well.

2. Or

3. What is it?

4. This is

5. Excuse me

Exercise 3: Role Play[edit | edit source]

Pair up with a partner and practice the following scenarios:

1. Making a casual call to a friend.

2. Receiving a call from a colleague asking about a meeting.

3. Confirming details of an upcoming event.

Exercise 4: Translate the Sentences[edit | edit source]

Translate the following sentences into Amharic.

1. Hello, how are you?

2. Please call me back.

3. What time is the meeting?

4. I am fine, thank you.

5. Excuse me, I need to go.

Solutions:

1. ሰላም, እንዴት ነህ?

2. እባክህ ደወል.

3. የምን ጊዜ ነው?

4. ደህና ነኝ, አመሰግናለሁ.

5. ይቅርታ, እፈልጋለሁ.

Exercise 5: Create Your Own Dialogue[edit | edit source]

Write a short dialogue using at least five phrases learned in this lesson. Practice it with a partner or record yourself.

Example Dialogue:

  • Person A: ሰላም, እንዴት ነህ? (Hello, how are you?)
  • Person B: ደህና ነኝ, አመሰግናለሁ. (I am fine, thank you.)
  • Person A: እባክህ ይህ ይህ ነው? (Please, is this how it is?)
  • Person B: ይህ ተደይ ነው. (This is a call.)

Exercise 6: Listening Practice[edit | edit source]

Listen to a recording of a telephone conversation in Amharic (if available) and answer the following questions:

1. Who is calling?

2. What is the purpose of the call?

3. What time is the meeting mentioned?

Exercise 7: Vocabulary Quiz[edit | edit source]

Take a short quiz to test your vocabulary knowledge. Write the Amharic words for the following:

1. Phone

2. Message

3. Call

4. Friend

5. Address

Solutions:

1. ስልክ

2. መልእክት

3. ተደይ

4. ወገን

5. አድራሻ

Exercise 8: True or False[edit | edit source]

Determine whether the statements are true or false based on the vocabulary learned.

1. ይቅርታ means Excuse me.

2. ምን ነው? means What is it?

3. ወይ means Yes.

4. እባክህ means Please.

5. ይህ ይቅርታ means This is an excuse.

Answers:

1. True

2. True

3. False

4. True

5. False

Exercise 9: Fill in the Conversation[edit | edit source]

Complete the conversation with the appropriate phrases.

A: ሰላም, እንዴት _____?

B: ደህና ነኝ, አመሰግናለሁ.

A: እባክህ _____ ወይ ይህ _____?

B: እባክህ ይዘው _____.

Solutions:

1. ነህ

2. ይህ

3. ነው

4. ወይ

Exercise 10: Review and Reflect[edit | edit source]

Reflect on what you’ve learned in this lesson. Write down three phrases you feel confident using and three phrases you want to practice more.

Conclusion and Key Takeaways[edit | edit source]

Congratulations! You have successfully navigated through the essential vocabulary and phrases for telephone conversations in Amharic. Remember, practice makes perfect, and the more you engage with the language, the more fluent you will become.

Here are some key takeaways from this lesson:

  • Mastering telephone vocabulary is crucial for effective communication.
  • Familiarize yourself with common phrases to enhance your conversational skills.
  • Practice through role plays and dialogues to build confidence.

Stay tuned for our next lesson, where we will delve deeper into the nuances of the Amharic language!

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


Introduction to Amharic Alphabet


Basic Vocabulary


Basic Sentence Structure


Everyday Vocabulary


Intermediate Sentence Structure


Advanced Vocabulary


Ethiopian Culture and Traditions

Sources[edit | edit source]


Other Lessons[edit | edit source]



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