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Introduction

In this lesson, we will delve into the topic of telling time in Tajik. Being able to express time is essential in everyday life, whether it's scheduling appointments, catching a train, or simply arranging a meeting with friends. By the end of this lesson, you will have a solid understanding of how to tell time in Tajik and be able to confidently express time using hours and minutes.

The structure of this lesson will consist of an introduction to the basic concepts of telling time, followed by a detailed exploration of how to express time in various contexts. We will provide numerous examples, exercises, and practice scenarios to ensure thorough comprehension. Additionally, we will explore any regional variations in the usage or understanding of telling time in Tajik, and share interesting cultural facts or anecdotes related to this topic.

Let's dive in and start learning how to tell time in Tajik!

Basic Concepts of Telling Time

Before we start learning the specific vocabulary and phrases for telling time in Tajik, it's important to understand the basic concepts involved. In Tajik, time is usually expressed using the 24-hour clock system, similar to many other languages. This means that the day is divided into 24 hours, starting from midnight (12:00 AM) and ending at midnight (12:00 AM) the following day. Each hour is further divided into 60 minutes.

When telling time, Tajik follows a simple pattern: stating the hour, followed by the word "дақиқа" (dakiqa), which means "minutes." For example, to say "3:15," you would say "сеҳ солӣ ва понздаҳ дақиқа" (seh soli va ponzdah dakiqa).

Now, let's explore the vocabulary and phrases for telling time in Tajik in more detail.

Vocabulary and Phrases for Telling Time

Hours

To express the hours in Tajik, we use the numbers from 1 to 12. Here are the Tajik words for each hour:

Tajik	Pronunciation	English
1	як	one
2	ду	two
3	сеҳ	three
4	чор	four
5	панҷ	five
6	шаш	six
7	ҳафт	seven
8	ҳашт	eight
9	нӯҳ	nine
10	даҳ	ten
11	ёздаҳ	eleven
12	доҳа	twelve

To express the hours after 12, we can either continue counting using the same words (e.g., "13" becomes "сеҳдаҳ" (seh dah) for "thirteen"), or we can use the word "пас аз" (pas az), which means "after," followed by the corresponding number (e.g., "13" becomes "пас аз сеҳ" (pas az seh) for "after three").

Minutes

To express minutes in Tajik, we use the numbers from 1 to 59. Here are the Tajik words for each minute:

Tajik	Pronunciation	English
1	як	one
2	ду	two
3	сеҳ	three
4	чор	four
5	панҷ	five
6	шаш	six
7	ҳафт	seven
8	ҳашт	eight
9	нӯҳ	nine
10	даҳ	ten
11	ёздаҳ	eleven
12	доҳа	twelve
13	сеҳдаҳ	thirteen
14	чордаҳ	fourteen
15	понздаҳ	fifteen
16	шонздаҳ	sixteen
17	ҳафтдаҳ	seventeen
18	ҳаштдаҳ	eighteen
19	нуздаҳ	nineteen
20	бист	twenty
30	си	thirty
40	чил	forty
50	панҷоҳ	fifty
60	сад	sixty

To express minutes after 30, we use the word "пас" (pas), which means "past," followed by the corresponding number (e.g., "35" becomes "панҷоҳ пас панҷ" (panjoh pas panj) for "thirty-five").

Expressing "o'clock"

To express "o'clock" in Tajik, we use the phrase "ба чашма" (ba chashma), which literally means "on the eye." For example, to say "2 o'clock," you would say "ду ба чашма" (du ba chashma).

Examples

Let's practice using the vocabulary and phrases we've learned so far by looking at some examples:

• 7:30 - "ҳафт ба чашма си" (haft ba chashma si) - seven-thirty
• 9:45 - "нӯҳ ба чашма панҷоҳ пас чор" (nuh ba chashma panjoh pas chor) - nine-forty-five
• 12:15 - "доҳа ба чашма понздаҳ" (doha ba chashma ponzdah) - twelve-fifteen

Now, let's move on to exploring cultural variations in the usage and understanding of telling time in Tajik.

Cultural Variations and Interesting Facts

In Tajikistan, the concept of time is deeply influenced by the country's history, culture, and traditions. While the 24-hour clock system is widely used, especially in formal settings and official documents, it's worth noting that some older generations may still prefer the traditional 12-hour clock system, particularly in more informal contexts.

Furthermore, Tajikistan is a predominantly Muslim country, and the Islamic calendar plays a significant role in daily life. Muslims follow a lunar-based calendar, which means that the timing of prayer and religious events is determined by the position of the moon. As a result, the concept of time in Tajikistan may differ slightly from Western conventions, with prayer times and religious observances often taking precedence in daily schedules.

It's also interesting to note that Tajikistan is located in the GMT+5 time zone. This means that Tajikistan is five hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT), and the country does not observe Daylight Saving Time. It's important to keep this in mind when scheduling appointments or coordinating with individuals in different time zones.

Exercises and Practice Scenarios

Now that we've covered the vocabulary, phrases, and cultural aspects of telling time in Tajik, let's put our knowledge into practice with some exercises and practice scenarios.

Exercise 1: Translate the following times into Tajik:

1. 8:20 AM 2. 6:45 PM 3. 11:55 AM 4. 4:10 PM 5. 9:30 AM

Exercise 2: Write the following times in words using Tajik vocabulary:

1. 2:45 2. 7:15 3. 10:30 4. 1:20 5. 6:55

Practice Scenario: Imagine you are planning a meeting with a friend in Tajikistan. Write a dialogue in Tajik where you discuss the time and location of the meeting.

Solution:

1. 8:20 AM - "ҳашт соат ва бист дақиқа ба соати субҳ" 2. 6:45 PM - "шаш соат ва панҷоҳ пас ҳашт дақиқа ба соати шаб" 3. 11:55 AM - "ёздаҳ соат ва панҷоҳ пас ҳафт дақиқа ба соати рӯз" 4. 4:10 PM - "чор соат ва дасдаҳ дақиқа ба соати баъд аз зӯр" 5. 9:30 AM - "нӯҳ соат ва си дақиқа ба соати субҳ"

2. 2:45 - "ду ба чашма панҷоҳ пас сеҳ" 2. 7:15 - "ҳафт ба чашма понздаҳ" 3. 10:30 - "даҳ ба чашма си" 4. 1:20 - "як ба чашма бист" 5. 6:55 - "шаш ба чашма панҷоҳ пас ҳашт"

Practice Scenario:

Person A: Салом! Шумо бояд ба куҷо даромадед? Person B: Салом! Ман метавонам ба хонаи шумо биравам? Person A: Хеле хуб! Бо ҳамин боғ кунем: соати 9:30 дастрасӣ кунем. Person B: Хубаст, ман мутмаин шудам. Бо шумо мулоқот карданро хоҳам.

Translation:

Person A: Hello! Where should I come to? Person B: Hello! I can come to your house if you'd like? Person A: That's great! Let's do that: let's meet at 9:30. Person B: Excellent, I'm happy with that. I want to meet with you.

Conclusion

Congratulations! You have successfully learned how to tell time in Tajik and practice expressing time using hours and minutes. In this lesson, we explored the vocabulary, phrases, and cultural aspects of telling time, providing you with a comprehensive understanding of this important aspect of the Tajik language.

Remember to practice regularly to reinforce your knowledge and improve your proficiency in telling time in Tajik. This will enable you to confidently navigate various situations where expressing time is necessary, whether in formal or informal contexts.

Keep up the great work, and continue your journey of learning the Tajik language!

Table of Contents - Tajik Course - 0 to A1

• Course Presentation

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Alphabet and Pronunciation

• Introduction to the Tajik Alphabet
• Vowels and Consonants

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Greetings and Introductions

• Basic Greetings
• Introducing Yourself

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Basic Sentence Structure

• Subject-Object-Verb Order
• Negation in Sentences

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Numbers and Time

• Numbers 1-20
• Telling Time

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Nouns and Pronouns

• Gender and Plurality of Nouns
• Personal Pronouns

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Family and Relationships

• Family Members
• Describing Relationships

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Adjectives and Adverbs

• Using Adjectives
• Using Adverbs

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Food and Dining

• Common Foods
• Eating and Drinking

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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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Prepositions and Conjunctions

• Using Prepositions
• Using Conjunctions

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Shopping and Money

• Shopping Vocabulary
• Money and Currency

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Tajik Customs and Traditions

• Holidays and Celebrations
• Etiquette and Social Norms

Sources

• Tajik Vocabulary - Vegetables
• Tajik - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com
• Stories from the Field: One Teacher's Experiences in Tajikistan ...

Other Lessons

• Fruits
• Family Members
• Geography
• Meat
• Medicine
• Feelings and Emotions
• Basic Greetings
• Modes of Transportation
• Trees

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