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In the rich tapestry of the Armenian language, the nuances of relationships play a significant role in everyday conversation. Understanding how to describe various types of relationships—be it friendship, love, or family ties—will not only enhance your vocabulary but also deepen your connection to Armenian culture. In this lesson, we will explore essential words and expressions that allow you to talk about your relationships with others, making your conversations more meaningful and engaging.


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This lesson is part of the "Complete 0 to A1 Armenian Course" and is designed for complete beginners. By the end of this lesson, you will be equipped with the vocabulary to describe relationships in various contexts.


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As an Armenian language teacher with 20 years of experience, I am excited to guide you through the lesson on describing various types of relationships in Armenian. Understanding how to describe relationships such as friendship, love, and marriage is essential to communicate effectively with your Armenian-speaking friends, family, or colleagues. The following content is part of the "Complete 0 to A1 Armenian Course", which aims to take you from a beginner to an A1 level in Armenian. In this lesson, we will discuss Armenian vocabulary for different relationships, along with cultural information and interesting facts.  
=== The Importance of Describing Relationships ===
 
Describing relationships is fundamental in any language, as it helps us express our feelings, share experiences, and connect with others. In Armenian culture, relationships are often surrounded by warmth, hospitality, and deep emotional ties. Whether you are talking about your family, friends, or romantic interests, knowing the right words can make your conversations flow more naturally. Using the correct vocabulary also allows you to navigate social situations with confidence, enhancing your cultural understanding and appreciation.


Let's get started!
=== Structure of the Lesson ===


==Love and Friendship==
In this lesson, we will cover the following topics:


Armenians value close personal relationships, which are often built on trust, mutual respect, and care. Armenians use different words to describe their intimate relationships, such as "yev kin" for love and "namak" for friendship. Here are more words you can use to describe different types of relationships:
# Vocabulary related to family and relationships
 
# Examples of sentences describing relationships
 
# Practice exercises to reinforce your learning
 
== Vocabulary Related to Family and Relationships ==
 
Let’s begin by learning some key vocabulary that pertains to various types of relationships. Below is a table that showcases important words and phrases in Armenian, along with their pronunciations and English translations.


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! Armenian !! Pronunciation !! English
! Armenian !! Pronunciation !! English
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| ընտանիք || untanig || family
|-
| հայր || hayr || father
|-
| մայր || mayr || mother
|-
| եղբայր || yeghpayr || brother
|-
| քույր || koyr || sister
|-
| դուստր || dustir || daughter
|-
| որդի || vordi || son
|-
|-
| սեր (ser) || ser || love
 
| ընկեր || ynker || friend
 
|-
|-
| ընկեր (enger) || əŋkɛɾ || friend
 
| սիրեցյալ || siretsyal || beloved
 
|-
|-
| բարեկամ (barekam) || baɾɛkam || buddy
 
| ամուսին || amousin || spouse
 
|-
 
| ամուսնություն || amousnuthyun || marriage
 
|-
 
| հարաբերություն || haraberutyun || relationship
 
|-
|-
| գյուղատնտես (gyughatntes) || ɡjʊʁɑtʰntɛs || soulmate
|}


To talk about your relationship with someone, you can use the following expressions:
| ծանոթ || tsanot || acquaintance


* "Ես իմ … (es im ...)": "I have/My ..."
|-


For example:
| սիրո || siro || love


* "Ես իմ ընկերը սիրում եմ": "I love my friend"
|-


* "Ես իմ սերը շնորհակալ եմ": "I appreciate my beloved"
| ընկերություն || ynkerut'yun || friendship


Additionally, these expressions can help to describe your feelings more specifically:
|-


* "սիրում եմ (sirum em)": "I love"
| ընտանիք || untanig || household


* "վայելում եմ (vayelum em)": "I adore"
|-


* "ուրախ եմ (urakh em)": "I'm happy"
| հարազատ || harazat || relative


* "զգում եմ (zgum em)": "I miss"
|-


* "միայն իմը (miayn im)": "Only mine"
| զավակ || zavak || offspring


Armenians also have several phrases for flirting or expressing affection:
|-


* "Ես սիրում եմ քեզ": "I love you"
| բարեկամ || barekam || relative


* "Քեզ պիտի ծանոթանայիս": "I should get to know you"
|-
 
| սիրային || sirayin || romantic


* "Ես հոգիս քեզ վրա եմ": "I'm falling for you"
|-


* "Ես իմ սիրելին մոռացել եմ քեզ": "My beloved, I haven't forgotten you"
| համատեղ || hamategh || joint (as in partnership)


Let's move on to discussing family relationships.
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==Family Relationships==
=== Describing Family Relationships ===


Family is the cornerstone of Armenian culture, and Armenians take pride in their strong family bonds. Family members have specific names in Armenian, as shown in the table below:
Now that we have some vocabulary, let’s see how we can use these words to describe family relationships. Here are some examples:


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! Armenian !! Pronunciation !! English
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| Ես ունեմ ընտանիք։ || Yes unem untanig. || I have a family.
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| Իմ հայրը մանկավարժ է։ || Im hayry mankavarzh e. || My father is a teacher.
|-
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| մայր (mayr) || majɾ || mother
 
| Նա իմ մայրն է։ || Na im mayrn e. || She is my mother.
 
|-
|-
| հայր (hayr) || hayɾ || father
 
| Նա իմ եղբայրն է։ || Na im yeghpayrn e. || He is my brother.
 
|-
 
| Ես ունեմ երկու քույրեր։ || Yes unem yerku koyrer. || I have two sisters.
 
|-
 
| Դուստրս սիրուն է։ || Dustr's sirun e. || My daughter is beautiful.
 
|-
|-
| քույր (kuyr) || kʰujɾ || sister
 
| Որդիս լավն է։ || Vordis lavn e. || My son is good.
 
|-
|-
| եղբայր (yeghbayr) || jɛʁbajɾ || brother
 
| Նա իմ ընկերն է։ || Na im ynkern e. || He is my friend.
 
|-
|-
| ծնող (tsnogh) || t͡snɔʁ || child
 
| Ես սիրում եմ իմ սիրեցյալին։ || Yes sirum yem im siretsyalin. || I love my beloved.
 
|-
|-
| վայրկյան (vayrkyan) || vajrkʰjan || grandparent
 
| Մենք ամուսնացած ենք։ || Menk amousnatsats yenk. || We are married.
 
|}
|}


These words are essential to know to talk about your family members.
=== Describing Friendships ===
 
Friendship is a cherished aspect of life, and here’s how you can express it in Armenian:
 
{| class="wikitable"
 
! Armenian !! Pronunciation !! English
 
|-
 
| Ես ունեմ շատ ընկերներ։ || Yes unem shat ynkernar. || I have many friends.
 
|-
 
| Նա իմ լավագույն ընկերն է։ || Na im lavaguyn ynkern e. || He is my best friend.


To talk about your family, you can use the following expressions:
|-


* "Ես ուրախ եմ իմ … հետ (es urakh em im ... het)": "I'm happy with my ..."
| Մենք միասին ժամանակ ենք անցկացնում։ || Menk miaysin zhamanak yenk antskatsnum. || We spend time together.


For example:
|-


* "Ես ուրախ եմ իմ ծնողներով բարեկամությունը եղելու համար": "I'm happy to have a good relationship with my children"
| Ես սիրում եմ իմ ընկերուհուն։ || Yes sirum yem im ynkeruhun. || I love my girlfriend.


* "Ես շնորհակալ եմ իմ երեխաներին": "I appreciate my kids"
|-


Here are some examples of expressions you can use to talk about your family:
| Նա իմ ընկերուհի է։ || Na im ynkeruhi e. || She is my girlfriend.


* "Ես մի մահճական մայր (es mi mahchakan mayr)": "I have a young mother"
|-


* "Ես եղբայրը լավ ունենում եմ (es yeghbayry lav unenum em)": "I have a good brother"
| Մենք միասին ենք։ || Menk miaysin yenk. || We are together.


* "Ես ուրախ եմ իմ տատիկով շփումը (es urakh em im tatikov shpum)": "I'm happy with my grandma's cooking"
|-
 
| Մենք հաճախ հանդիպում ենք։ || Menk hakhagh handipum yenk. || We often meet.
 
|-
 
| Նա շատ լավ ընկեր է։ || Na shat lav ynker e. || He is a very good friend.
 
|-


Here are some family-related idiomatic expressions you may encounter:
| Ես վստահում եմ նրան։ || Yes vstahum yem nrn. || I trust him.


* "Ուրիշները չեն արդարել ծովով խոսքեր (urishneri chen ardarel tsovov khosqer)": "Family secrets are not to be spread"
|-


* "Դժվար է դառնել ընկերը երկիրը քնանալուց (dzhvar e darnel enger yerkiry k'nanaaluts)": "It's hard to find a friend who will share your burden."
| Մենք միասին ճաշում ենք։ || Menk miaysin chashum yenk. || We have lunch together.


Now that we've covered familial relationships, let's move on to discussing marriage in Armenian culture.
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==Marriage and Romantic Relationships==
=== Describing Romantic Relationships ===


In Armenian culture, marriage is viewed as a sacred institution that represents the union of two families, as well as the couple. Armenians often marry within their own community, and arranged marriages are still relatively common. Here are some words related to marriage:
Romantic relationships have their own special vocabulary. Here are examples of how to describe feelings of love and romantic partnerships:


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! Armenian !! Pronunciation !! English
! Armenian !! Pronunciation !! English
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|-
| ամուսնուն (amutsnun) || amut͡snun || spouse
 
| Ես սիրում եմ նրան։ || Yes sirum yem nran. || I love him.
 
|-
|-
| ընկերություն (engerutyun) || ərkɛɾutʰjun || relationship
 
| Նա իմ սիրելիս է։ || Na im sirelis e. || He is my sweetheart.
 
|-
|-
| քաղաքացի (k'aghak'atsi) || kʰɑʁɑkʰɑtsi || citizen
 
| Մենք սիրում ենք միմյանց։ || Menk sirum yenk mimyants. || We love each other.
 
|-
 
| Ես ամուսնացած եմ նրա հետ։ || Yes amousnatsats yem nra het. || I am married to her.
 
|-
 
| Նա իմ սիրածն է։ || Na im sirats'n e. || He is my affection.
 
|-
 
| Մենք միասին ենք արդեն երկար ժամանակ։ || Menk miaysin yenk arden yerkar zhamanak. || We have been together for a long time.
 
|-
 
| Ես նրան շատ եմ կարոտել։ || Yes nran shat yem karotel. || I miss him a lot.
 
|-
 
| Նա իմ սիրտն է։ || Na im sirtn e. || He is my heart.
 
|-
 
| Ես ուզում եմ նրա հետ լինել։ || Yes uzum yem nra het linel. || I want to be with her.
 
|-
 
| Նա իմ ամենը է։ || Na im amen e. || She is my everything.
 
|}
|}


To talk about your romantic relationships, you can use the following expressions:
== Practice Exercises ==
 
Now that you have absorbed the vocabulary and examples, it's time to put your skills to the test with some practice exercises!
 
=== Exercise 1: Fill in the Blanks ===
 
Fill in the blanks with the correct Armenian word from the vocabulary list.
 
1. Ես սիրում եմ իմ __________ (friend).
 
2. Իմ __________ (father)  լավ մարդ է։
 
3. Նա __________ (sister)  ինձ շատ օգնում է։
 
4. Մենք __________ (married) ենք արդեն երկու տարի։
 
5. Ես __________ (love) եմ նրան։
 
=== Exercise 2: Match the Phrases ===
 
Match the Armenian phrases with their English translations.
 
1. Ես ունեմ ընտանիք։
 
2. Նա իմ ընկերուհի է։
 
3. Մենք ամուսնացած ենք։
 
4. Ես սիրում եմ նրան։
 
5. Նա իմ եղբայրն է։
 
a. He is my brother. 
 
b. I have a family. 
 
c. We are married. 
 
d. I love him. 
 
e. She is my girlfriend. 
 
=== Exercise 3: Create Sentences ===
 
Using the vocabulary provided, create your own sentences describing relationships. Here are some prompts:
 
1. Describe your best friend.
 
2. Talk about your family.
 
3. Share your feelings about someone special.
 
=== Exercise 4: Translation Practice ===
 
Translate the following sentences from English to Armenian:
 
1. My daughter is the best.
 
2. I trust my friend.
 
3. We spend time together.
 
4. He is my beloved.
 
=== Exercise 5: Dialogue Creation ===
 
Create a short dialogue between two friends discussing their families. Use at least five vocabulary words from the lesson.
 
=== Exercise 6: True or False ===
 
Read the statements and decide if they are true or false based on what you learned in this lesson.
 
1. "Ես ունեմ երկու եղբայրներ։" means "I have two brothers."


* "Ես ծանոթացել եմ իմ որդին (es tsonot͡sʰazel em im vortin)": "I met my soulmate"
2. "Նա իմ սիրեցյալն է։" means "She is my friend."


* "Ես այսօր ձեզ ընտրել եմ (es aysoɾ jez entrel em)": "I chose you today"
3. "Մենք ամուսնացած ենք։" means "We are single."


* "Ուրեցում եմ քեզ (urets'um em kez)": "I adore you"
4. "Դուստրս մեծ է։" means "My daughter is big."


Here are some idiomatic expressions related to relationships:
=== Exercise 7: Identify the Relationship ===


* "Աղեղնի գործիքով մարդը չա
Given the following sentences, identify the type of relationship being described:


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1. "Ես սիրում եմ իմ ընկերուհուն։"
 
2. "Նա իմ հայրը։"
 
3. "Մենք միասին ենք։"
 
4. "Ես ունեմ շատ բարեկամներ։"
 
=== Exercise 8: Role Play ===
 
In pairs, role-play a scenario where you introduce a friend to someone else. Use vocabulary from the lesson to describe your friend and your relationship.
 
=== Exercise 9: Vocabulary Quiz ===
 
Choose the correct Armenian word for the following definitions:
 
1. The word for "friend" is __________.
 
2. The word for "mother" is __________.
 
3. The word for "relationship" is __________.
 
=== Exercise 10: Reflection ===
 
Write a short paragraph reflecting on what you learned in this lesson about relationships and how you can use this vocabulary in your daily life.
 
== Solutions and Explanations ==
 
=== Exercise 1: Fill in the Blanks ===
 
1. ընկեր (ynker)
 
2. հայրը (hayr)
 
3. քույր (koyr)
 
4. ամուսնացած (amousnatsats)
 
5. սիրում (sirum)
 
=== Exercise 2: Match the Phrases ===
 
1. b
 
2. e
 
3. c
 
4. d
 
5. a
 
=== Exercise 3: Example Sentences ===
 
(Students' answers will vary; encourage creativity!)
 
=== Exercise 4: Translations ===
 
1. Իմ դուստրը լավագույնն է։ (Im dustry lavaguyn e.)
 
2. Ես վստահում եմ իմ ընկերոջը։ (Yes vstahum yem im ynkeroghy.)
 
3. Մենք միասին ժամանակ ենք անցկացնում։ (Menk miaysin zhamanak yenk antskatsnum.)
 
4. Նա իմ սիրեցյալն է։ (Na im siretsyaln e.)
 
=== Exercise 5: Sample Dialogue ===
 
(Students' answers will vary; encourage creativity!)
 
=== Exercise 6: True or False ===
 
1. True
 
2. False
 
3. False
 
4. True
 
=== Exercise 7: Identify the Relationship ===
 
1. Romantic
 
2. Family
 
3. Romantic
 
4. Family/Friends
 
=== Exercise 8: Role Play ===
 
(Encourage students to practice in pairs and use their own words.)
 
=== Exercise 9: Vocabulary Quiz ===
 
1. ընկեր (ynker)
 
2. մայր (mayr)
 
3. հարաբերություն (haraberutyun)
 
=== Exercise 10: Reflection ===
 
(Students' responses will vary; encourage them to express their thoughts.)
 
In conclusion, this lesson has provided you with essential vocabulary and expressions to describe various types of relationships in Armenian. As you practice, remember that language is not just about words; it's about connection, understanding, and the beautiful stories we share with one another. Keep learning, practicing, and engaging with the Armenian language and culture, and you will find that these words will open many doors in your journey.
 
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==Sources==
* [https://www.jstor.org/stable/24483226 The G-Word: The Armenian Massacre and the Politics of Genocide]
 
 
 
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* [[Language/Armenian/Vocabulary/Months-of-the-Year|Months of the Year]]
* [[Language/Armenian/Vocabulary/Days-of-the-Week|Days of the Week]]
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* [[Language/Armenian/Vocabulary/Geometry|Geometry]]
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In the rich tapestry of the Armenian language, the nuances of relationships play a significant role in everyday conversation. Understanding how to describe various types of relationships—be it friendship, love, or family ties—will not only enhance your vocabulary but also deepen your connection to Armenian culture. In this lesson, we will explore essential words and expressions that allow you to talk about your relationships with others, making your conversations more meaningful and engaging.

This lesson is part of the "Complete 0 to A1 Armenian Course" and is designed for complete beginners. By the end of this lesson, you will be equipped with the vocabulary to describe relationships in various contexts.

The Importance of Describing Relationships[edit | edit source]

Describing relationships is fundamental in any language, as it helps us express our feelings, share experiences, and connect with others. In Armenian culture, relationships are often surrounded by warmth, hospitality, and deep emotional ties. Whether you are talking about your family, friends, or romantic interests, knowing the right words can make your conversations flow more naturally. Using the correct vocabulary also allows you to navigate social situations with confidence, enhancing your cultural understanding and appreciation.

Structure of the Lesson[edit | edit source]

In this lesson, we will cover the following topics:

  1. Vocabulary related to family and relationships
  1. Examples of sentences describing relationships
  1. Practice exercises to reinforce your learning

Vocabulary Related to Family and Relationships[edit | edit source]

Let’s begin by learning some key vocabulary that pertains to various types of relationships. Below is a table that showcases important words and phrases in Armenian, along with their pronunciations and English translations.

Armenian Pronunciation English
ընտանիք untanig family
հայր hayr father
մայր mayr mother
եղբայր yeghpayr brother
քույր koyr sister
դուստր dustir daughter
որդի vordi son
ընկեր ynker friend
սիրեցյալ siretsyal beloved
ամուսին amousin spouse
ամուսնություն amousnuthyun marriage
հարաբերություն haraberutyun relationship
ծանոթ tsanot acquaintance
սիրո siro love
ընկերություն ynkerut'yun friendship
ընտանիք untanig household
հարազատ harazat relative
զավակ zavak offspring
բարեկամ barekam relative
սիրային sirayin romantic
համատեղ hamategh joint (as in partnership)

Describing Family Relationships[edit | edit source]

Now that we have some vocabulary, let’s see how we can use these words to describe family relationships. Here are some examples:

Armenian Pronunciation English
Ես ունեմ ընտանիք։ Yes unem untanig. I have a family.
Իմ հայրը մանկավարժ է։ Im hayry mankavarzh e. My father is a teacher.
Նա իմ մայրն է։ Na im mayrn e. She is my mother.
Նա իմ եղբայրն է։ Na im yeghpayrn e. He is my brother.
Ես ունեմ երկու քույրեր։ Yes unem yerku koyrer. I have two sisters.
Դուստրս սիրուն է։ Dustr's sirun e. My daughter is beautiful.
Որդիս լավն է։ Vordis lavn e. My son is good.
Նա իմ ընկերն է։ Na im ynkern e. He is my friend.
Ես սիրում եմ իմ սիրեցյալին։ Yes sirum yem im siretsyalin. I love my beloved.
Մենք ամուսնացած ենք։ Menk amousnatsats yenk. We are married.

Describing Friendships[edit | edit source]

Friendship is a cherished aspect of life, and here’s how you can express it in Armenian:

Armenian Pronunciation English
Ես ունեմ շատ ընկերներ։ Yes unem shat ynkernar. I have many friends.
Նա իմ լավագույն ընկերն է։ Na im lavaguyn ynkern e. He is my best friend.
Մենք միասին ժամանակ ենք անցկացնում։ Menk miaysin zhamanak yenk antskatsnum. We spend time together.
Ես սիրում եմ իմ ընկերուհուն։ Yes sirum yem im ynkeruhun. I love my girlfriend.
Նա իմ ընկերուհի է։ Na im ynkeruhi e. She is my girlfriend.
Մենք միասին ենք։ Menk miaysin yenk. We are together.
Մենք հաճախ հանդիպում ենք։ Menk hakhagh handipum yenk. We often meet.
Նա շատ լավ ընկեր է։ Na shat lav ynker e. He is a very good friend.
Ես վստահում եմ նրան։ Yes vstahum yem nrn. I trust him.
Մենք միասին ճաշում ենք։ Menk miaysin chashum yenk. We have lunch together.

Describing Romantic Relationships[edit | edit source]

Romantic relationships have their own special vocabulary. Here are examples of how to describe feelings of love and romantic partnerships:

Armenian Pronunciation English
Ես սիրում եմ նրան։ Yes sirum yem nran. I love him.
Նա իմ սիրելիս է։ Na im sirelis e. He is my sweetheart.
Մենք սիրում ենք միմյանց։ Menk sirum yenk mimyants. We love each other.
Ես ամուսնացած եմ նրա հետ։ Yes amousnatsats yem nra het. I am married to her.
Նա իմ սիրածն է։ Na im sirats'n e. He is my affection.
Մենք միասին ենք արդեն երկար ժամանակ։ Menk miaysin yenk arden yerkar zhamanak. We have been together for a long time.
Ես նրան շատ եմ կարոտել։ Yes nran shat yem karotel. I miss him a lot.
Նա իմ սիրտն է։ Na im sirtn e. He is my heart.
Ես ուզում եմ նրա հետ լինել։ Yes uzum yem nra het linel. I want to be with her.
Նա իմ ամենը է։ Na im amen e. She is my everything.

Practice Exercises[edit | edit source]

Now that you have absorbed the vocabulary and examples, it's time to put your skills to the test with some practice exercises!

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

Fill in the blanks with the correct Armenian word from the vocabulary list.

1. Ես սիրում եմ իմ __________ (friend).

2. Իմ __________ (father) լավ մարդ է։

3. Նա __________ (sister) ինձ շատ օգնում է։

4. Մենք __________ (married) ենք արդեն երկու տարի։

5. Ես __________ (love) եմ նրան։

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

Match the Armenian phrases with their English translations.

1. Ես ունեմ ընտանիք։

2. Նա իմ ընկերուհի է։

3. Մենք ամուսնացած ենք։

4. Ես սիրում եմ նրան։

5. Նա իմ եղբայրն է։

a. He is my brother.

b. I have a family.

c. We are married.

d. I love him.

e. She is my girlfriend.

Exercise 3: Create Sentences[edit | edit source]

Using the vocabulary provided, create your own sentences describing relationships. Here are some prompts:

1. Describe your best friend.

2. Talk about your family.

3. Share your feelings about someone special.

Exercise 4: Translation Practice[edit | edit source]

Translate the following sentences from English to Armenian:

1. My daughter is the best.

2. I trust my friend.

3. We spend time together.

4. He is my beloved.

Exercise 5: Dialogue Creation[edit | edit source]

Create a short dialogue between two friends discussing their families. Use at least five vocabulary words from the lesson.

Exercise 6: True or False[edit | edit source]

Read the statements and decide if they are true or false based on what you learned in this lesson.

1. "Ես ունեմ երկու եղբայրներ։" means "I have two brothers."

2. "Նա իմ սիրեցյալն է։" means "She is my friend."

3. "Մենք ամուսնացած ենք։" means "We are single."

4. "Դուստրս մեծ է։" means "My daughter is big."

Exercise 7: Identify the Relationship[edit | edit source]

Given the following sentences, identify the type of relationship being described:

1. "Ես սիրում եմ իմ ընկերուհուն։"

2. "Նա իմ հայրը։"

3. "Մենք միասին ենք։"

4. "Ես ունեմ շատ բարեկամներ։"

Exercise 8: Role Play[edit | edit source]

In pairs, role-play a scenario where you introduce a friend to someone else. Use vocabulary from the lesson to describe your friend and your relationship.

Exercise 9: Vocabulary Quiz[edit | edit source]

Choose the correct Armenian word for the following definitions:

1. The word for "friend" is __________.

2. The word for "mother" is __________.

3. The word for "relationship" is __________.

Exercise 10: Reflection[edit | edit source]

Write a short paragraph reflecting on what you learned in this lesson about relationships and how you can use this vocabulary in your daily life.

Solutions and Explanations[edit | edit source]

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

1. ընկեր (ynker)

2. հայրը (hayr)

3. քույր (koyr)

4. ամուսնացած (amousnatsats)

5. սիրում (sirum)

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

1. b

2. e

3. c

4. d

5. a

Exercise 3: Example Sentences[edit | edit source]

(Students' answers will vary; encourage creativity!)

Exercise 4: Translations[edit | edit source]

1. Իմ դուստրը լավագույնն է։ (Im dustry lavaguyn e.)

2. Ես վստահում եմ իմ ընկերոջը։ (Yes vstahum yem im ynkeroghy.)

3. Մենք միասին ժամանակ ենք անցկացնում։ (Menk miaysin zhamanak yenk antskatsnum.)

4. Նա իմ սիրեցյալն է։ (Na im siretsyaln e.)

Exercise 5: Sample Dialogue[edit | edit source]

(Students' answers will vary; encourage creativity!)

Exercise 6: True or False[edit | edit source]

1. True

2. False

3. False

4. True

Exercise 7: Identify the Relationship[edit | edit source]

1. Romantic

2. Family

3. Romantic

4. Family/Friends

Exercise 8: Role Play[edit | edit source]

(Encourage students to practice in pairs and use their own words.)

Exercise 9: Vocabulary Quiz[edit | edit source]

1. ընկեր (ynker)

2. մայր (mayr)

3. հարաբերություն (haraberutyun)

Exercise 10: Reflection[edit | edit source]

(Students' responses will vary; encourage them to express their thoughts.)

In conclusion, this lesson has provided you with essential vocabulary and expressions to describe various types of relationships in Armenian. As you practice, remember that language is not just about words; it's about connection, understanding, and the beautiful stories we share with one another. Keep learning, practicing, and engaging with the Armenian language and culture, and you will find that these words will open many doors in your journey.

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


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

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