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Introduction

In this lesson, we will learn how to introduce ourselves in Armenian. Introducing yourself is an essential skill when learning a new language, as it allows you to connect with others and start conversations. By the end of this lesson, you will be able to confidently introduce yourself, say your name, where you are from, and ask others for their names and origins. We will also explore some cultural aspects related to introductions in the Armenian culture. Let's get started!

Saying Your Name

When introducing yourself in Armenian, it is important to start by saying your name. In Armenian, the phrase "My name is [name]" is translated as "Իմ անունն է [name]" (Im anunn ē [name]). Let's look at some examples:

Armenian	Pronunciation	English Translation
Իմ անունն է Անի	Im anunn ē Ani	My name is Ani
Իմ անունն է Գարեգին	Im anunn ē Karegin	My name is Karegin
Իմ անունն է Մարիամ	Im anunn ē Mariam	My name is Mariam

You can replace the names in the examples with your own name to introduce yourself.

Asking for Someone's Name

To ask someone for their name in Armenian, you can use the phrase "Ի՞նչ Ձեր անունն է" (Inch Dzer anunn ē), which translates to "What is your name?". Let's see some examples:

Armenian	Pronunciation	English Translation
Ի՞նչ Ձեր անունն է	Inch Dzer anunn ē	What is your name?
Ի՞նչ անունով եք	Inch anunov ek	What is your name?
Գալուստ, Ձեր անունն է	Galust, Dzer anunn ē	Hello, what is your name?

You can use these phrases to ask someone for their name when you meet them for the first time.

Saying Where You Are From

After introducing yourself, it is common to mention where you are from. In Armenian, you can say "Ես եմ [country/city name]ից" (Yes em [country/city name]ic), which means "I am from [country/city]". Here are some examples:

Armenian	Pronunciation	English Translation
Ես եմ Հայաստանից	Yes em Hayastanic	I am from Armenia
Ես եմ Երևանից	Yes em Yerevanic	I am from Yerevan
Ես եմ Թագավորածինից	Yes em Tagavoratsinic	I am from Teghavoratsin

Feel free to replace the country or city names in the examples with your own place of origin.

Asking Someone Where They Are From

To ask someone where they are from, you can use the phrase "Դուք եք [country/city name]ից" (Duk ek [country/city name]ic), which means "Are you from [country/city]?". Here are some examples:

Armenian	Pronunciation	English Translation
Դուք եք Հայաստանից	Duk ek Hayastanic	Are you from Armenia?
Դուք եք Երևանից	Duk ek Yerevanic	Are you from Yerevan?
Դուք եք Թագավորածինից	Duk ek Tagavoratsinic	Are you from Teghavoratsin?

Use these phrases to ask someone where they are from and start a conversation about their place of origin.

Cultural Insights

In Armenian culture, introductions are seen as an important part of building relationships. When meeting someone for the first time, it is common to shake hands and exchange pleasantries. Armenians often take pride in their names and may share the meaning or significance behind their names when introducing themselves. Additionally, Armenians have a strong sense of national identity and may feel a deep connection to their hometown or country. When introducing yourself to Armenians, showing interest in their culture and history can help establish a positive rapport.

Practice Exercises

Exercise 1: Introduce Yourself Imagine you are meeting an Armenian friend for the first time. Introduce yourself using the phrases and vocabulary you have learned in this lesson. Be sure to mention your name and where you are from.

Exercise 2: Asking for Names Engage in a conversation with a classmate or language partner. Take turns asking each other for your names using the phrases you have learned. Practice listening and responding to the questions.

Exercise 3: Talking about Origins Discuss your place of origin with a classmate or language partner. Use the phrases and vocabulary from this lesson to ask and answer questions about where you are from. Share interesting facts or stories about your hometown or country.

Solutions

Exercise 1: Introduce Yourself Իմ անունն է [Your Name] և ես եմ [Your Country/City]ից: (Im anunn ē [Your Name] yess em [Your Country/City]ic)

Exercise 2: Asking for Names Ի՞նչ Ձեր անունն է: (Inch Dzer anunn ē)

Exercise 3: Talking about Origins Դուք եք որևէ ձեր երկիրը/քաղաքը: (Duk ek vorey jer yerkirə/kakhəkə)

Conclusion

Congratulations! You have learned how to introduce yourself in Armenian, including saying your name, where you are from, and asking others for their names and origins. Remember to practice these phrases in real-life situations to improve your conversational skills. In the next lesson, we will continue to explore greetings and introductions by learning how to greet people at different times of the day.

Table of Contents - Armenian Course - 0 to A1

• Course Presentation

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Greetings and Introductions

• Basic Greetings
• Introducing Yourself

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Alphabet and Pronunciation

• Armenian Alphabet
• Pronunciation Rules

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Numbers and Time

• Numbers 1-20
• Telling Time

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Basic Sentence Structure

• Subject-Verb-Object
• Yes/No Questions

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Family and Relationships

• Family Members
• Describing Relationships

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Nouns and Pronouns

• Noun Gender and Plurals
• Personal Pronouns

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Food and Dining

• Common Foods
• Eating Out

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Verbs and Tenses

• Present Tense
• Past Tense

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Travel and Transportation

• Modes of Transportation
• Asking for Directions

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Adjectives and Adverbs

• Descriptive Adjectives
• Adverbs of Time, Manner, and Place

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Armenian Traditions and Customs

• Holidays and Celebrations
• Traditional Music and Dance

Sources

• 7 Useful Lines To Introduce Yourself In Armenian - Ling App
• First introduction in Eastern Armenian. Part 1. - LSA #1 - Learn ...

Other Lessons

• Days of the Week
• Travel and Tourism
• Nature
• Colors gowyner գույներ
• Numerals
• Family
• Animal
• Vocabulary for the Future Indicative
• Idiomatic Expressions
• Fruits

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