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In this lesson, we will dive into a fundamental aspect of communication: telling time and dates in Tunisian Arabic. Knowing how to express when something happens is crucial for everyday conversations. Whether you're scheduling a meeting, planning a dinner, or simply asking someone when an event takes place, mastering this vocabulary will enhance your ability to interact with native speakers and immerse yourself in the rich culture of Tunisia.

Understanding how to tell time and dates is also a gateway to understanding the cultural rhythms of life in Tunisia. Time management and the significance of dates, particularly in relation to Islamic customs and traditions, are vital components of Tunisian society.

In this lesson, we will cover the following topics:

How to tell time in Tunisian Arabic

Vocabulary related to time

How to express dates and days of the week

Practical exercises to reinforce your learning

Let's get started!

Telling Time in Tunisian Arabic[edit | edit source]

Telling time in Tunisian Arabic is quite straightforward once you get the hang of it. The basic structure involves stating the hour first, followed by the minutes. Here are some essential terms and phrases:

Basic Vocabulary for Telling Time[edit | edit source]

|| Tunisian Arabic || Pronunciation || English ||

|-

| ساعة || sâʕa || hour |

|-

| دقيقة || dqiqa || minute |

|-

| صباح || ṣabāḥ || morning |

|-

| مساء || masāʔ || evening |

|-

| ليل || lēl || night |

|-

| منتصف الليل || muṭāf al-lēl || midnight |

|-

| ظهر || ẓuhr || noon |

Structure of Time Expressions[edit | edit source]

To tell the time in Tunisian Arabic, you typically use the following structure:

"ساعة" (sâʕa) + hour + "و" (w) + minutes

Here’s how it works:

"ساعة وحدة" (sâʕa waḥda) means "1:00"

"ساعة ثانية" (sâʕa ṯāniya) means "2:00"

"ساعة و ربع" (sâʕa w rubʕ) means "quarter past"

Examples of Telling Time[edit | edit source]

Here are some examples of telling time in Tunisian Arabic:

Tunisian Arabic	Pronunciation	English
الساعة واحدة	as-sāʕa wāḥda	It's 1:00
الساعة ثنية	as-sāʕa ṯāniya	It's 2:00
الساعة ثلث	as-sāʕa ṯulṯ	It's 3:00
الساعة ربع	as-sāʕa rubʕ	It's 4:15
الساعة خمسة و عشرين دقيقة	as-sāʕa ḵamsa w ʕišrin dqiqa	It's 5:20
الساعة ستة إلا ربع	as-sāʕa sitta illa rubʕ	It's 5:45
الساعة سبعة و نص	as-sāʕa sabaʕa w naṣṣ	It's 7:30
الساعة ثمانية و نصف الليل	as-sāʕa ṯmāniya w niṣf al-lēl	It's 8:30 PM
الساعة تسعة و عشر دقائق	as-sāʕa tisʕa w ʕašar dqiqa	It's 9:10
الساعة عشرة و نص النهار	as-sāʕa ʕašra w naṣṣ an-nahār	It's 10:30 AM

Days of the Week[edit | edit source]

Knowing how to express dates is another vital piece of communicating effectively in Tunisian Arabic. The days of the week are particularly important for scheduling events. Here’s the vocabulary you need:

Vocabulary for Days of the Week[edit | edit source]

Tunisian Arabic	Pronunciation	English
الأحد	al-aḥad	Sunday
الإثنين	al-ithnayn	Monday
الثلاثاء	ath-thulāthāʔ	Tuesday
الأربعاء	al-arbiʿāʔ	Wednesday
الخميس	al-ḵamīs	Thursday
الجمعة	al-jumʕa	Friday
السبت	as-sabt	Saturday

Expressing Dates[edit | edit source]

When talking about dates, the structure is slightly different. You typically state the day first, followed by the month and the year:

"اليوم" (el-yom) means "today"

"غدوة" (ghodwa) means "tomorrow"

"أمس" (ams) means "yesterday"

Examples of Dates[edit | edit source]

Here’s a table illustrating how to express dates in Tunisian Arabic:

Tunisian Arabic	Pronunciation	English
اليوم الأحد	el-yom al-aḥad	Today is Sunday
غدوة الإثنين	ghodwa al-ithnayn	Tomorrow is Monday
أمس الثلاثاء	ams ath-thulāthāʔ	Yesterday was Tuesday
5 جانفي 2023	5 jānfi 2023	January 5, 2023
14 أفريل 2022	14 afrīl 2022	April 14, 2022
1 ماي 2023	1 māy 2023	May 1, 2023
15 أوت 2023	15 ʔūt 2023	August 15, 2023
20 سبتمبر 2023	20 sibtāmbir 2023	September 20, 2023

Practice Exercises[edit | edit source]

Now that we've explored telling time and dates in Tunisian Arabic, let's put your knowledge to the test with some exercises!

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

Complete the sentences with the correct time or date.

1. الساعة _____ (one).

2. غدوة _____ (Monday).

3. اليوم _____ (Friday).

4. الساعة _____ و _____ (quarter past two).

5. أمس _____ (Wednesday).

Solutions to Exercise 1[edit | edit source]

1. الساعة واحدة (as-sāʕa wāḥda).

2. غدوة الإثنين (ghodwa al-ithnayn).

3. اليوم الجمعة (el-yom al-jumʕa).

4. الساعة ثنية و ربع (as-sāʕa ṯāniya w rubʕ).

5. أمس الأربعاء (ams al-arbiʿāʔ).

Exercise 2: Match the Time to the Description[edit | edit source]

Match the Tunisian Arabic phrases with their English translations.

| Tunisian Arabic | English |

|----------------|---------|

| A. الساعة سبعة | 1. It's 5:30 |

| B. الساعة خمسة و نص | 2. It's 7:00 |

| C. الساعة ثمانية إلا ربع | 3. It's 8:45 |

| D. الساعة عشرة و ربع | 4. It's 10:15 |

Solutions to Exercise 2[edit | edit source]

A - 2, B - 1, C - 3, D - 4.

Exercise 3: Create Your Own Sentences[edit | edit source]

Write three sentences expressing the time and date in Tunisian Arabic.

Example:

الساعة ثلاثة و عشرة (It's 3:10).

اليوم السبت (Today is Saturday).

Your Answers:

1. ______________________

2. ______________________

3. ______________________

Exercise 4: Listening Comprehension[edit | edit source]

Listen to a native speaker say the following phrases and write them down in Tunisian Arabic.

1. It's 6:15.

2. Tomorrow is Tuesday.

3. Today is the 10th of March.

Solutions to Exercise 4[edit | edit source]

1. الساعة ستة و ربع (as-sāʕa sitta w rubʕ).

2. غدوة الثلاثاء (ghodwa ath-thulāthāʔ).

3. اليوم 10 مارس (el-yom 10 mārsi).

Exercise 5: Role Play[edit | edit source]

Pair up with a classmate and practice asking each other for the time and date. Use the vocabulary learned in this lesson.

Example:

A: الساعة كم؟ (What time is it?)

B: الساعة خمسة و نصف (It's 5:30).

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

By mastering how to tell time and dates in Tunisian Arabic, you are now better equipped to engage in daily life and conversations in Tunisia. Remember to practice regularly, as repetition is key to retention. Use the vocabulary in real-life situations, and don't hesitate to ask native speakers if you're unsure about anything.

Keep up the great work, and I look forward to seeing you in the next lesson!

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

Course Presentation

Nouns and Pronouns

Common Phrases and Expressions

Verbs and Verb Conjugation

Numbers and Counting

Tunisian Society and Customs

Adjectives and Adverbs

Transportation and Travel

Tunisian Holidays and Celebrations

Questions and Statements

Emergencies and Health

Tunisian Arts and Literature

Prepositions and Conjunctions

Sports and Recreation

Tunisian History and Geography

Negation and Interrogation

Work and Employment

Tunisian Folklore and Mythology

Other Lessons[edit | edit source]

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+In this lesson, we will dive into a fundamental aspect of communication: telling time and dates in Tunisian Arabic. Knowing how to express when something happens is crucial for everyday conversations. Whether you're scheduling a meeting, planning a dinner, or simply asking someone when an event takes place, mastering this vocabulary will enhance your ability to interact with native speakers and immerse yourself in the rich culture of Tunisia.
+Understanding how to tell time and dates is also a gateway to understanding the cultural rhythms of life in Tunisia. Time management and the significance of dates, particularly in relation to Islamic customs and traditions, are vital components of Tunisian society.
+In this lesson, we will cover the following topics:
+* How to tell time in Tunisian Arabic
+* Vocabulary related to time
+* How to express dates and days of the week
+* Practical exercises to reinforce your learning
+Let's get started!
 __TOC__
-== Introduction ==
+=== Telling Time in Tunisian Arabic ===
+Telling time in Tunisian Arabic is quite straightforward once you get the hang of it. The basic structure involves stating the hour first, followed by the minutes. Here are some essential terms and phrases:
-Welcome to the lesson on telling time and dates in Tunisian Arabic! In this lesson, we will learn how to express time and dates accurately, helping you avoid any confusion when discussing schedules or making plans with native Tunisian Arabic speakers. Understanding how to tell time and dates is an essential skill for effective communication, and it will greatly enhance your ability to engage with locals during your time in Tunisia.
+==== Basic Vocabulary for Telling Time ====
-In this comprehensive lesson, we will cover the vocabulary and phrases necessary to express time and dates in Tunisian Arabic. We will explore the different ways to ask and answer questions about time, as well as how to discuss specific dates and months. To ensure a thorough understanding, we will provide numerous examples and exercises for practice. By the end of this lesson, you will have a solid foundation in telling time and dates in Tunisian Arabic.
+|| Tunisian Arabic || Pronunciation || English ||
-== Telling Time ==
+|-
-=== The Basics ===
+| ساعة || sâʕa || hour |
-Let's start with the basics of telling time in Tunisian Arabic. The structure for expressing time in Tunisian Arabic is similar to that of English, with some variations in vocabulary and pronunciation. To ask someone for the time, you can use the phrase "Shnu lsa'a?" which translates to "What's the time?" in English. Here are some common phrases and examples to help you express time accurately:
+|-
-* Tunisian Arabic: شنو الساعة؟
+| دقيقة || dqiqa || minute |
-  Pronunciation: Shnu lsa'a?
-  English: What's the time?
-* Tunisian Arabic: الساعة التسعة
+|-
-  Pronunciation: Ssa'a tis3a
-  English: It's nine o'clock.
-* Tunisian Arabic: الساعة الثانية عشرة و خمسة دقائق
+| صباح || ṣabāḥ || morning |
-  Pronunciation: Ssa'a tanya 3shra w khmisa dakayiq
-  English: It's twelve fifteen.
-* Tunisian Arabic: الساعة الثالثة و ربع
+|-
-  Pronunciation: Ssa'a tala3a w rb3
-  English: It's three fifteen.
-* Tunisian Arabic: الساعة السادسة و عشر دقائق
+| مساء || masāʔ || evening |
-  Pronunciation: Ssa'a ssadisa w 3shra dakayiq
-  English: It's six ten.
-=== Numbers and Vocabulary ===
+|-
-To effectively express time in Tunisian Arabic, it's essential to familiarize yourself with the numbers and vocabulary associated with telling time. Here is a table that provides the numbers from one to twelve in Tunisian Arabic, along with their pronunciation and English translations:
+| ليل || lēl || night |
+|-
+| منتصف الليل || muṭāf al-lēl || midnight |
+|-
+| ظهر || ẓuhr || noon |
+=== Structure of Time Expressions ===
+To tell the time in Tunisian Arabic, you typically use the following structure:
+* "ساعة" (sâʕa) + hour + "و" (w) + minutes
+Here’s how it works:
+* "ساعة وحدة" (sâʕa waḥda) means "1:00"
+* "ساعة ثانية" (sâʕa ṯāniya) means "2:00"
+* "ساعة و ربع" (sâʕa w rubʕ) means "quarter past"
+==== Examples of Telling Time ====
+Here are some examples of telling time in Tunisian Arabic:
 {| class="wikitable"
 ! Tunisian Arabic !! Pronunciation !! English
 |-
-| وحدة || w7da || one
+| الساعة واحدة || as-sāʕa wāḥda || It's 1:00
 |-
-| اتنين || tneyn || two
+| الساعة ثنية || as-sāʕa ṯāniya || It's 2:00
 |-
-| تلاتة || tlata || three
+| الساعة ثلث || as-sāʕa ṯulṯ || It's 3:00
 |-
-| أربعة || rb3a || four
+| الساعة ربع || as-sāʕa rubʕ || It's 4:15
 |-
-| خمسة || khmisa || five
+| الساعة خمسة و عشرين دقيقة || as-sāʕa ḵamsa w ʕišrin dqiqa || It's 5:20
 |-
-| ستة || stsa || six
+| الساعة ستة إلا ربع || as-sāʕa sitta illa rubʕ || It's 5:45
 |-
-| سبعة || sb3a || seven
+| الساعة سبعة و نص || as-sāʕa sabaʕa w naṣṣ || It's 7:30
+|-
+| الساعة ثمانية و نصف الليل || as-sāʕa ṯmāniya w niṣf al-lēl || It's 8:30 PM
+|-
+| الساعة تسعة و عشر دقائق || as-sāʕa tisʕa w ʕašar dqiqa || It's 9:10
 |-
-| تمانية || tmanya || eight
+| الساعة عشرة و نص النهار || as-sāʕa ʕašra w naṣṣ an-nahār || It's 10:30 AM
+|}
+=== Days of the Week ===
+Knowing how to express dates is another vital piece of communicating effectively in Tunisian Arabic. The days of the week are particularly important for scheduling events. Here’s the vocabulary you need:
+==== Vocabulary for Days of the Week ====
+{| class="wikitable"
+! Tunisian Arabic !! Pronunciation !! English
 |-
-| تسعة || tis3a || nine
+| الأحد || al-aḥad || Sunday
 |-
-| عشرة || 3shra || ten
+| الإثنين || al-ithnayn || Monday
 |-
-| أحداشر || 7dshar || eleven
+| الثلاثاء || ath-thulāthāʔ || Tuesday
 |-
-| اثناشر || tna7ar || twelve
+| الأربعاء || al-arbiʿāʔ || Wednesday
+|-
+| الخميس || al-ḵamīs || Thursday
+|-
+| الجمعة || al-jumʕa || Friday
+|-
+| السبت || as-sabt || Saturday
+|}
+=== Expressing Dates ===
+When talking about dates, the structure is slightly different. You typically state the day first, followed by the month and the year:
+* "اليوم" (el-yom) means "today"
+* "غدوة" (ghodwa) means "tomorrow"
+* "أمس" (ams) means "yesterday"
+==== Examples of Dates ====
+Here’s a table illustrating how to express dates in Tunisian Arabic:
+{| class="wikitable"
+! Tunisian Arabic !! Pronunciation !! English
+|-
+| اليوم الأحد || el-yom al-aḥad || Today is Sunday
+|-
+| غدوة الإثنين || ghodwa al-ithnayn || Tomorrow is Monday
+|-
+| أمس الثلاثاء || ams ath-thulāthāʔ || Yesterday was Tuesday
+|-
+| 5 جانفي 2023 || 5 jānfi 2023 || January 5, 2023
+|-
+| 14 أفريل 2022 || 14 afrīl 2022 || April 14, 2022
+|-
+| 1 ماي 2023 || 1 māy 2023 || May 1, 2023
+|-
+| 15 أوت 2023 || 15 ʔūt 2023 || August 15, 2023
+|-
+| 20 سبتمبر 2023 || 20 sibtāmbir 2023 || September 20, 2023
 |}
-To express minutes, you can use the word "دقيقة" which means "minute" in English. Here are some examples of how to express different times using the numbers and vocabulary provided:
+=== Practice Exercises ===
+Now that we've explored telling time and dates in Tunisian Arabic, let's put your knowledge to the test with some exercises!
+==== Exercise 1: Fill in the Blanks ====
+Complete the sentences with the correct time or date.
+. الساعة _____ (one).
-* Tunisian Arabic: الساعة التاسعة و ربع
+. غدوة _____ (Monday).
-  Pronunciation: Ssa'a tis3a w rb3
-  English: It's quarter past nine.
-* Tunisian Arabic: الساعة التاسعة و ثلاث دقائق
+. اليوم _____ (Friday).
-  Pronunciation: Ssa'a tis3a w tlata dakayiq
-  English: It's nine three.
-* Tunisian Arabic: الساعة السابعة و خمس و أربعين دقيقة
+. الساعة _____ و _____ (quarter past two).
-  Pronunciation: Ssa'a sb3a w khmisa w rb3in dakayiq
-  English: It's seven forty-five.
-* Tunisian Arabic: الساعة العاشرة إلا ربع
+. أمس _____ (Wednesday).
-  Pronunciation: Ssa'a 3shra illa rb3
-  English: It's ten to quarter.
-=== AM and PM ===
+==== Solutions to Exercise 1 ====
-In Tunisian Arabic, the 12-hour clock system is commonly used. To differentiate between morning and afternoon, you can use the phrases "صباحًا" and "مساءً" which mean "morning" and "evening" respectively. Here are some examples:
+. الساعة واحدة (as-sāʕa wāḥda).
-* Tunisian Arabic: الساعة الخامسة صباحًا
+. غدوة الإثنين (ghodwa al-ithnayn).
-  Pronunciation: Ssa'a khamsa sbah
-  English: It's five o'clock in the morning.
-* Tunisian Arabic: الساعة الثامنة مساءً
+. اليوم الجمعة (el-yom al-jumʕa).
-  Pronunciation: Ssa'a tmanya msa
-  English: It's eight o'clock in the evening.
-=== Practice Exercise ===
+. الساعة ثنية و ربع (as-sāʕa ṯāniya w rubʕ).
-Now that we have covered the basics of telling time in Tunisian Arabic, let's put your knowledge into practice with a few exercises. Fill in the blanks with the correct time in Tunisian Arabic:
+. أمس الأربعاء (ams al-arbiʿāʔ).
-. الساعة التاسعة و _______
+==== Exercise 2: Match the Time to the Description ====
-. الساعة الرابعة و _______
-. الساعة الثامنة و _______
-. الساعة الثالثة و _______
-. الساعة السابعة و _______
-Solution:
+Match the Tunisian Arabic phrases with their English translations.
-. الساعة التاسعة و نصف
-. الساعة الرابعة و ربع
-. الساعة الثامنة و نصف
-. الساعة الثالثة و ربع
-. الساعة السابعة و ربع
-== Expressing Dates ==
+| Tunisian Arabic | English |
-=== Days of the Week ===
+|----------------|---------|
+| A. الساعة سبعة | 1. It's 5:30 |
+| B. الساعة خمسة و نص | 2. It's 7:00 |
+| C. الساعة ثمانية إلا ربع | 3. It's 8:45 |
+| D. الساعة عشرة و ربع | 4. It's 10:15 |
+==== Solutions to Exercise 2 ====
+A - 2, B - 1, C - 3, D - 4.
+==== Exercise 3: Create Your Own Sentences ====
+Write three sentences expressing the time and date in Tunisian Arabic.
+'''Example:'''
-To express the days of the week in Tunisian Arabic, you can use the following vocabulary:
+* الساعة ثلاثة و عشرة (It's 3:10).
-* Sunday: الأحد (el-ahed)
+* اليوم السبت (Today is Saturday).
-* Monday: الإثنين (el-ithnin)
-* Tuesday: الثلاثاء (el-thlatha)
-* Wednesday: الأربعاء (el-arba3a)
-* Thursday: الخميس (el-khmis)
-* Friday: الجمعة (el-jum3a)
-* Saturday: السبت (es-sbet)
-Here are some examples of how to use these vocabulary words to express specific dates:
+'''Your Answers:'''
-* Tunisian Arabic: اليوم الأحد
+. ______________________
-  Pronunciation: El-yom el-ahed
-  English: Today is Sunday.
-* Tunisian Arabic: بكرة الإثنين
+. ______________________
-  Pronunciation: Bukra el-ithnin
-  English: Tomorrow is Monday.
-* Tunisian Arabic: بعد بكرة الخميس
+. ______________________
-  Pronunciation: Ba3d bukra el-khmis
-  English: The day after tomorrow is Thursday.
-=== Months of the Year ===
+==== Exercise 4: Listening Comprehension ====
-To express the months of the year in Tunisian Arabic, you can use the following vocabulary:
+Listen to a native speaker say the following phrases and write them down in Tunisian Arabic.
-* January: جانفي (janvi)
+. It's 6:15.
-* February: فيفري (fivri)
-* March: مارس (mars)
-* April: أفريل (avril)
-* May: ماي (mai)
-* June: جوان (jwan)
-* July: جويلية (jwiliah)
-* August: أوت (out)
-* September: سبتمبر (septambr)
-* October: أكتوبر (oktobr)
-* November: نوفمبر (novambr)
-* December: ديسمبر (disambr)
-Here are some examples of how to use these vocabulary words to express specific dates:
+. Tomorrow is Tuesday.
-* Tunisian Arabic: في ١٥ جويلية
+. Today is the 10th of March.
-  Pronunciation: Fi 15 jwiliah
-  English: On July 15th.
-* Tunisian Arabic: في أوت
+==== Solutions to Exercise 4 ====
-  Pronunciation: Fi out
-  English: In August.
-* Tunisian Arabic: في نوفمبر
+. الساعة ستة و ربع (as-sāʕa sitta w rubʕ).
-  Pronunciation: Fi novambr
-  English: In November.
-=== Practice Exercise ===
+. غدوة الثلاثاء (ghodwa ath-thulāthāʔ).
-Now, let's practice expressing dates in Tunisian Arabic. Fill in the blanks with the correct vocabulary:
+. اليوم 10 مارس (el-yom 10 mārsi).
-. اليوم _______
+==== Exercise 5: Role Play ====
-. بكرة _______
-. بعد بكرة _______
-. في ١٠ مارس _______
-. في نوفمبر _______
-Solution:
+Pair up with a classmate and practice asking each other for the time and date. Use the vocabulary learned in this lesson.
-. اليوم الأحد
-. بكرة الإثنين
-. بعد بكرة الخميس
-. في ١٠ مارس (fi 10 mars)
-. في نوفمبر (fi novambr)
-== Cultural Insights ==
+Example:
-Tunisian culture places great importance on punctuality and respecting others' time. When making plans or appointments, it is considered polite to arrive on time or inform the other person if you are running late. Being mindful of time and keeping your commitments is a sign of respect in Tunisian society.
+A: الساعة كم؟ (What time is it?)
-Additionally, it's worth noting that the Tunisian weekend falls on Friday and Saturday, with Friday being the Islamic holy day. It is common for businesses and schools to be closed on Fridays, and many Tunisians use this day to spend time with family or engage in religious activities.
+B: الساعة خمسة و نصف (It's 5:30).
-== Conclusion ==
+=== Conclusion ===
-Congratulations! You have completed the lesson on telling time and dates in Tunisian Arabic. In this lesson, we covered the basics of telling time, including vocabulary and phrases necessary to express different times accurately. We also explored how to express specific dates, including the days of the week and months of the year. Remember to practice regularly to solidify your understanding of this topic.
+By mastering how to tell time and dates in Tunisian Arabic, you are now better equipped to engage in daily life and conversations in Tunisia. Remember to practice regularly, as repetition is key to retention. Use the vocabulary in real-life situations, and don't hesitate to ask native speakers if you're unsure about anything.
-By mastering the skill of telling time and dates in Tunisian Arabic, you will be able to navigate daily interactions more effectively and connect with native speakers on a deeper level. Understanding the cultural significance of punctuality and the importance of respecting others' time will also help you adapt to Tunisian society more easily. Keep up the good work and continue to build your knowledge of Tunisian Arabic!
+Keep up the great work, and I look forward to seeing you in the next lesson!
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