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Welcome to this exciting lesson on '''Halh Mongolian Vocabulary: Nature and Environment'''! In this lesson, we will explore the beautiful words and phrases related to the natural world around us. Understanding this vocabulary is essential not only for enhancing your language skills but also for connecting with the rich landscapes, flora, and fauna that are integral to Mongolian culture and identity.
 
The Halh Mongolian language is deeply intertwined with nature, reflecting the landscapes that have shaped the lives of its speakers for centuries. From vast steppes to rugged mountains, and from rivers to the desert, each element of the environment has its own significance and vocabulary.
 
This lesson will be structured as follows:
 
* An overview of vocabulary related to landscapes and natural features
 
* Weather conditions and seasons
 
* Natural resources and their importance
 
* Practice exercises to solidify your learning
 
So, let’s embark on this journey into the heart of nature and environment vocabulary in Halh Mongolian!


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== Introduction ==
=== Vocabulary Related to Landscapes ===
 
In this section, we will look at various types of landscapes that are prominent in Mongolia. Each word is a doorway to understanding the natural beauty that surrounds us.
 
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! Halh Mongolian !! Pronunciation !! English
 
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In this lesson, we will explore the vocabulary related to nature and the environment in Halh Mongolian. Nature plays a significant role in the culture and daily life of the Halh Mongolian people, who have a deep connection to the land and its resources. By learning this vocabulary, you will be able to describe different types of landscapes, discuss weather conditions, and talk about natural resources. This knowledge will not only enhance your language skills but also provide insights into the rich cultural heritage of the Halh Mongolian people.
| уул || uul || mountain


This lesson is part of the "Complete 0 to A1 Halh Mongolian Course" and is designed for students who have already covered the basic vocabulary and grammar of the Halh Mongolian language. By the end of this lesson, you will be able to confidently discuss various aspects of nature and the environment in Halh Mongolian.
|-


== Landscapes ==
| гол || gol || river


Halh Mongolian is known for its diverse and breathtaking landscapes. From vast steppe grasslands to rugged mountains and serene lakes, the country offers a wide range of natural beauty. Let's explore some common vocabulary related to landscapes in Halh Mongolian:
|-


=== Grassland ===
| тал || tal || steppe


In Halh Mongolian, a grassland is called "Тал" (Tal). Here are some key terms related to grasslands:
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| нуур || nuur || lake
 
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| элс || els || sand
 
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| мод || mod || tree
 
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| хад || khad || rock


{| class="wikitable"
! Halh Mongolian !! Pronunciation !! English Translation
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| Тал || Tal || Grassland
 
| сав || sav || basin
 
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| Нугалам || Nugal'am || Meadow
 
| цөл || tsöl || desert
 
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| Хүрхрээ || Hürhri || Prairie
 
| хөндий || höndii || valley
 
|-
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| Хурхрээн || Hürhriin || Steppe
|}


=== Mountain ===
| хангай || khangai || highland
 
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Mountains are an integral part of the Halh Mongolian landscape. Here are some words to describe mountains:
| тариалан || tarialan || farmland


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! Halh Mongolian !! Pronunciation !! English Translation
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| Булан || Bulan || Mountain
 
| нуга || nuga || meadow
 
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| Уул || Uul || Peak
 
| уулс || uuls || mountains (plural)
 
|-
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| Хойд || Hoid || North
 
| голууд || goluud || rivers (plural)
 
|-
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| Зүүн || Züün || East
 
| талууд || taluud || steppes (plural)
 
|}
|}


=== Lake ===
=== Weather Conditions ===


Lakes are abundant in Halh Mongolian and are often considered sacred by the local people. Here are some words related to lakes:
Weather is an essential part of our daily lives, influencing our activities and moods. Here are some key terms related to weather conditions in Halh Mongolian.


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! Halh Mongolian !! Pronunciation !! English
 
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| нар || nar || sun
 
|-
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| Нуур || Nuur || Lake
 
| салхи || salkhi || wind
 
|-
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| Цагаан || Tsagaan || White
 
| бороо || boroo || rain
 
|-
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| Хөх || Hökh || Blue
 
| цас || tsas || snow
 
|-
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| Бөх || Böh || Big
|}


== Weather Conditions ==
| үүл || üül || cloud
 
|-


The weather in Halh Mongolian can be extreme, with harsh winters and hot summers. Here are some words to describe different weather conditions:
| халуун || haluun || hot


=== Sunny ===
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In Halh Mongolian, "sunny" is expressed as "Наранцэцэг" (Narantsetseg). Here are some related terms:
| хүйтэн || khüiten || cold


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! Halh Mongolian !! Pronunciation !! English Translation
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| Наранцэцэг || Narantsetseg || Sunny
 
| салхины хурд || salkhiny khurd || wind speed
 
|-
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| Сар || Sar || Month
 
| чийг || chiig || humidity
 
|-
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| Нар || Nar || Sun
 
| агаар || agaar || air
 
|-
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| Цэцэг || Tsetseg || Flower
|}


=== Rainy ===
| мөстлөг || möstlög || glacier


Rainy weather is described as "Бороо" (Boroo) in Halh Mongolian. Here are some words related to rainy weather:
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| хур тунадас || khur tunadas || precipitation


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| Бороо || Boroo || Rainy
 
| температур || temperatur || temperature
 
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| Манан || Manan || Cloud
 
| цаг агаар || tsag agaar || weather
 
|-
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| Уулан || Uulan || Rain
 
| зун || zun || summer
 
|-
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| Ууран хоёр || Uuran khöör || Rainbow
 
| өвөл || övöl || winter
 
|}
|}


=== Snowy ===
=== Seasons ===


Halh Mongolian experiences heavy snowfall during the winter months. "Snowy" is expressed as "Цасан" (Tsasan) in Halh Mongolian. Here are some related terms:
Seasons bring a unique charm to the nature surrounding us. Understanding the vocabulary associated with the seasons will enrich your conversations.


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! Halh Mongolian !! Pronunciation !! English Translation
 
! Halh Mongolian !! Pronunciation !! English
 
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| Цасан || Tsasan || Snowy
 
| хавар || khavar || spring
 
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| Дараа || Daraa || After
 
| зун || zun || summer
 
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| Хавар || Hav'ar || Weather
 
| намар || namar || autumn
 
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| Бар || Bar || Cold
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== Natural Resources ==
| өвөл || övöl || winter


Halh Mongolian is blessed with abundant natural resources, which have played a significant role in the country's economy and cultural practices. Let's explore some vocabulary related to natural resources:
|-


=== Water ===
| улирал || uliral || season


Water is a precious resource in Halh Mongolian, and the country is known for its pristine rivers and lakes. Here are some words related to water:
|-
 
| шинэ жил || shine jil || New Year (often associated with winter)


{| class="wikitable"
! Halh Mongolian !! Pronunciation !! English Translation
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| Ус || Us || Water
 
| цасны улирал || tsasny uliral || snowy season
 
|-
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| Гол || Gol || River
 
| борооны улирал || boroonii uliral || rainy season
 
|-
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| Мөрөг || Mörög || Stream
 
| халуун улирал || haluun uliral || hot season
 
|-
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| Танай || Tana'i || Yours
 
| хүйтэн улирал || khüiten uliral || cold season
 
|}
|}


=== Forest ===
=== Natural Resources ===


Forests are vital ecosystems in Halh Mongolian, providing habitat to a diverse range of flora and fauna. Here are some words related to forests:
Mongolia is blessed with a wealth of natural resources. Here are some vocabulary words that relate to the resources found in nature.


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! Halh Mongolian !! Pronunciation !! English
 
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| ус || us || water
 
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| газар || gazar || land
 
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| нүүрс || nüürs || coal
 
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| алт || alt || gold
 
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| Морь || Mor || Forest
 
| мөнгө || mönöö || silver
 
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| Агаар || Agaar || Air
 
| зэс || zës || copper
 
|-
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| Хүрэл || Hürel || Green
 
| мод || mod || wood
 
|-
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| Бүлэг || Büleg || Part
 
| эрдэс || erdes || mineral
 
|-
 
| газар тариалан || gazar tarialan || agriculture
 
|-
 
| мал || mal || livestock
 
|}
|}


=== Minerals ===
=== Practice Exercises ===
 
Now that we've covered an array of vocabulary related to nature and the environment, it's time to put your newfound knowledge to the test! Here are some practice exercises designed to reinforce what you've learned.
 
==== Exercise 1: Vocabulary Matching ====


Halh Mongolian is rich in minerals, including coal, copper, gold, and uranium. Here are some words related to minerals:
Match the Halh Mongolian words with their English translations.


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! Halh Mongolian !! English
 
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| Алт || Alt || Gold
 
| уул || 1. lake
 
|-
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| Мөнгө || Mön'gö || Money
 
| мод || 2. tree
 
|-
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| Мөнгөн || Mön'gön || Copper
 
| гол || 3. river
 
|-
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| Төмөр || Tömör || Iron
 
| тал || 4. steppe
 
|-
 
| элс || 5. sand
 
|}
|}


== Cultural Insight ==
''Answer Key:''
 
1. гол - river
 
2. мод - tree
 
3. уул - mountain
 
4. тал - steppe
 
5. элс - sand
 
==== Exercise 2: Fill in the Blanks ====
 
Complete the sentences with the correct Halh Mongolian word.


The Halh Mongolian people have a deep spiritual connection with nature and the environment. They believe in the concept of "Мэдлэг" (Medleg), which refers to the harmony between humans and nature. This belief is deeply rooted in the traditional practices and customs of the Halh Mongolian people. For example, they perform rituals and ceremonies to honor the spirits of mountains, rivers, and lakes, seeking their blessings for a prosperous life. The Halh Mongolian people also have a strong sense of responsibility towards the environment and actively participate in conservation efforts. For them, nature is not just a resource but a sacred entity that needs to be protected and preserved for future generations.
1. The _____ (sun) shines brightly in the sky.


== Exercises ==
2. In winter, we often see _____ (snow).


Now it's time to practice what you have learned. Here are some exercises to test your understanding of the vocabulary related to nature and the environment in Halh Mongolian:
3. The _____ (desert) is very dry and hot.


1. Match the Halh Mongolian words with their English translations:
''Answer Key:''


a) Тал
1. нар - The нар shines brightly in the sky.
b) Нуур
c) Бороо
d) Алт


i) Rainy
2. цас - In winter, we often see цас.
ii) Gold
iii) Grassland
iv) Lake


2. Fill in the blanks with the appropriate Halh Mongolian words:
3. цөл - The цөл is very dry and hot.


a) Хүрхрээн нутагтай хамтдаа амьдралын мөнгөө __.
==== Exercise 3: Translate the Sentences ====
b) Борооны дараа хүүхдүүд хашаа __.
c) Уулын хойд хэсэгт эргэсэн барилгыг __.
d) Наранцэцэг бол __.


3. Translate the following sentences from English to Halh Mongolian:
Translate the following sentences into Halh Mongolian.


a) The lake is blue.
1. The river is beautiful.
b) It is raining outside.
c) The mountains are covered in snow.
d) Water is essential for life.


== Solutions ==
2. The mountains are tall.


1. Matching:
3. It is cold in winter.


a) Тал - iii) Grassland
''Answer Key:''
b) Нуур - iv) Lake
c) Бороо - i) Rainy
d) Алт - ii) Gold


2. Fill in the blanks:
1. Гол сайхан байна.


a) Хүрхрээн нутагтай хамтдаа амьдралын мөнгөө биелүүлнэ.
2. Уулс өндөр байна.
b) Борооны дараа хүүхдүүд хашаа гарна.
c) Уулын хойд хэсэгт эргэсэн барилгыг байнга ажиллах.
d) Наранцэцэг бол сарын үе.


3. Translation:
3. Өвөл хүйтэн байна.


a) Нуур ногоон байна.
==== Exercise 4: Word Scramble ====
b) Гаднаас бороо гарж байна.
c) Уулууд цасантай болсон байна.
d) Ус нь амьдралын тулгатай юм.


Unscramble the following Halh Mongolian words related to nature.


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1. цас (___)
 
2. мод (___)
 
3. гол (___)
 
''Answer Key:''
 
1. цас - snow
 
2. мод - tree
 
3. гол - river
 
==== Exercise 5: Choose the Correct Answer ====
 
Select the correct Halh Mongolian word for the following definitions.
 
1. A large body of water: (a) мод (b) нуур (c) элс
 
2. The season after summer: (a) өвөл (b) намар (c) хавар
 
''Answer Key:''
 
1. (b) нуур - A large body of water is a нуур.
 
2. (b) намар - The season after summer is намар.
 
==== Exercise 6: Matching Landscape Words ====
 
Match the landscape words with their correct images or descriptions.
 
1. сав (a) A highland
 
2. хангай (b) A basin
 
3. хөндий (c) A valley
 
''Answer Key:''
 
1. сав - (b) A basin
 
2. хангай - (a) A highland
 
3. хөндий - (c) A valley
 
==== Exercise 7: Sentence Creation ====
 
Create sentences using the following words: (1) мод, (2) гол, (3) зун.
 
''Example Answers:''
 
1. Мод их байна. (There are many trees.)
 
2. Голын ус цэвэрхэн байна. (The river water is clean.)
 
3. Зун халуун байна. (It is hot in summer.)
 
==== Exercise 8: Group Discussion ====
 
Discuss with a partner about your favorite season and how it affects nature. Use at least five vocabulary words from this lesson in your discussion.
 
''Example Topics for Discussion:''
 
* What do you love about spring (хавар)?
 
* How does winter (өвөл) change the landscape?
 
==== Exercise 9: Nature Diary ====
 
Write a short diary entry describing a day in nature using at least ten vocabulary words from this lesson.
 
''Example Entry:''
 
Өнөөдөр би ууланд (mountain) явсан. Тэнд мод (tree) их, гол (river) цэвэрхэн байсан. Зун (summer) халуун байлаа.
 
==== Exercise 10: Quiz Yourself ====
 
Quiz yourself or a friend on the vocabulary covered in this lesson. Create flashcards with Halh Mongolian on one side and English translations on the other.
 
''Example Flashcards:''
 
* Front: уул | Back: mountain
 
* Front: гол | Back: river
 
* Front: намар | Back: autumn
 
Congratulations! You've taken a significant step towards mastering Halh Mongolian vocabulary related to nature and the environment. Keep practicing, and you'll find these words coming naturally into your conversations. Remember, language is a living entity, just like the nature it describes. Embrace it, and let it enrich your life!
 
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Halh Mongolian → Vocabulary → 0 to A1 Course → Nature and Environment

Welcome to this exciting lesson on Halh Mongolian Vocabulary: Nature and Environment! In this lesson, we will explore the beautiful words and phrases related to the natural world around us. Understanding this vocabulary is essential not only for enhancing your language skills but also for connecting with the rich landscapes, flora, and fauna that are integral to Mongolian culture and identity.

The Halh Mongolian language is deeply intertwined with nature, reflecting the landscapes that have shaped the lives of its speakers for centuries. From vast steppes to rugged mountains, and from rivers to the desert, each element of the environment has its own significance and vocabulary.

This lesson will be structured as follows:

  • An overview of vocabulary related to landscapes and natural features
  • Weather conditions and seasons
  • Natural resources and their importance
  • Practice exercises to solidify your learning

So, let’s embark on this journey into the heart of nature and environment vocabulary in Halh Mongolian!

Vocabulary Related to Landscapes[edit | edit source]

In this section, we will look at various types of landscapes that are prominent in Mongolia. Each word is a doorway to understanding the natural beauty that surrounds us.

Halh Mongolian Pronunciation English
уул uul mountain
гол gol river
тал tal steppe
нуур nuur lake
элс els sand
мод mod tree
хад khad rock
сав sav basin
цөл tsöl desert
хөндий höndii valley
хангай khangai highland
тариалан tarialan farmland
нуга nuga meadow
уулс uuls mountains (plural)
голууд goluud rivers (plural)
талууд taluud steppes (plural)

Weather Conditions[edit | edit source]

Weather is an essential part of our daily lives, influencing our activities and moods. Here are some key terms related to weather conditions in Halh Mongolian.

Halh Mongolian Pronunciation English
нар nar sun
салхи salkhi wind
бороо boroo rain
цас tsas snow
үүл üül cloud
халуун haluun hot
хүйтэн khüiten cold
салхины хурд salkhiny khurd wind speed
чийг chiig humidity
агаар agaar air
мөстлөг möstlög glacier
хур тунадас khur tunadas precipitation
температур temperatur temperature
цаг агаар tsag agaar weather
зун zun summer
өвөл övöl winter

Seasons[edit | edit source]

Seasons bring a unique charm to the nature surrounding us. Understanding the vocabulary associated with the seasons will enrich your conversations.

Halh Mongolian Pronunciation English
хавар khavar spring
зун zun summer
намар namar autumn
өвөл övöl winter
улирал uliral season
шинэ жил shine jil New Year (often associated with winter)
цасны улирал tsasny uliral snowy season
борооны улирал boroonii uliral rainy season
халуун улирал haluun uliral hot season
хүйтэн улирал khüiten uliral cold season

Natural Resources[edit | edit source]

Mongolia is blessed with a wealth of natural resources. Here are some vocabulary words that relate to the resources found in nature.

Halh Mongolian Pronunciation English
ус us water
газар gazar land
нүүрс nüürs coal
алт alt gold
мөнгө mönöö silver
зэс zës copper
мод mod wood
эрдэс erdes mineral
газар тариалан gazar tarialan agriculture
мал mal livestock

Practice Exercises[edit | edit source]

Now that we've covered an array of vocabulary related to nature and the environment, it's time to put your newfound knowledge to the test! Here are some practice exercises designed to reinforce what you've learned.

Exercise 1: Vocabulary Matching[edit | edit source]

Match the Halh Mongolian words with their English translations.

Halh Mongolian English
уул 1. lake
мод 2. tree
гол 3. river
тал 4. steppe
элс 5. sand

Answer Key:

1. гол - river

2. мод - tree

3. уул - mountain

4. тал - steppe

5. элс - sand

Exercise 2: Fill in the Blanks[edit | edit source]

Complete the sentences with the correct Halh Mongolian word.

1. The _____ (sun) shines brightly in the sky.

2. In winter, we often see _____ (snow).

3. The _____ (desert) is very dry and hot.

Answer Key:

1. нар - The нар shines brightly in the sky.

2. цас - In winter, we often see цас.

3. цөл - The цөл is very dry and hot.

Exercise 3: Translate the Sentences[edit | edit source]

Translate the following sentences into Halh Mongolian.

1. The river is beautiful.

2. The mountains are tall.

3. It is cold in winter.

Answer Key:

1. Гол сайхан байна.

2. Уулс өндөр байна.

3. Өвөл хүйтэн байна.

Exercise 4: Word Scramble[edit | edit source]

Unscramble the following Halh Mongolian words related to nature.

1. цас (___)

2. мод (___)

3. гол (___)

Answer Key:

1. цас - snow

2. мод - tree

3. гол - river

Exercise 5: Choose the Correct Answer[edit | edit source]

Select the correct Halh Mongolian word for the following definitions.

1. A large body of water: (a) мод (b) нуур (c) элс

2. The season after summer: (a) өвөл (b) намар (c) хавар

Answer Key:

1. (b) нуур - A large body of water is a нуур.

2. (b) намар - The season after summer is намар.

Exercise 6: Matching Landscape Words[edit | edit source]

Match the landscape words with their correct images or descriptions.

1. сав (a) A highland

2. хангай (b) A basin

3. хөндий (c) A valley

Answer Key:

1. сав - (b) A basin

2. хангай - (a) A highland

3. хөндий - (c) A valley

Exercise 7: Sentence Creation[edit | edit source]

Create sentences using the following words: (1) мод, (2) гол, (3) зун.

Example Answers:

1. Мод их байна. (There are many trees.)

2. Голын ус цэвэрхэн байна. (The river water is clean.)

3. Зун халуун байна. (It is hot in summer.)

Exercise 8: Group Discussion[edit | edit source]

Discuss with a partner about your favorite season and how it affects nature. Use at least five vocabulary words from this lesson in your discussion.

Example Topics for Discussion:

  • What do you love about spring (хавар)?
  • How does winter (өвөл) change the landscape?

Exercise 9: Nature Diary[edit | edit source]

Write a short diary entry describing a day in nature using at least ten vocabulary words from this lesson.

Example Entry:

Өнөөдөр би ууланд (mountain) явсан. Тэнд мод (tree) их, гол (river) цэвэрхэн байсан. Зун (summer) халуун байлаа.

Exercise 10: Quiz Yourself[edit | edit source]

Quiz yourself or a friend on the vocabulary covered in this lesson. Create flashcards with Halh Mongolian on one side and English translations on the other.

Example Flashcards:

  • Front: уул | Back: mountain
  • Front: гол | Back: river
  • Front: намар | Back: autumn

Congratulations! You've taken a significant step towards mastering Halh Mongolian vocabulary related to nature and the environment. Keep practicing, and you'll find these words coming naturally into your conversations. Remember, language is a living entity, just like the nature it describes. Embrace it, and let it enrich your life!

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


Introduction to the Halh Mongolian Alphabet


Basic Greetings and Expressions


Nouns and Pronouns


Numbers and Time


Verbs and Tenses


Family and Relationships


Adjectives and Adverbs


Food and Dining


Prepositions and Conjunctions


Travel and Transportation


Mongolian Customs and Traditions


Weather and Seasons


Mongolian Music and Arts


Other Lessons[edit | edit source]



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