Language/Wolof/Vocabulary/Feelings-and-Emotions
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In this lesson, we will learn the most important Wolof words related to feelings and emotions. We will also learn how to express our feelings in Wolof. Let's get started!
Feelings and Emotions in Wolof
Learning how to express your feelings and emotions in Wolof is an important part of mastering the language. Here are some of the most common words and phrases related to feelings and emotions in Wolof.
| Wolof | Pronunciation | English Translation |
|---|---|---|
| ndaxar !! n-dah-har !! happy | ||
| jëf !! jehf !! sad | ||
| sama xam !! sah-mah ham !! angry | ||
| sama joor !! sah-mah joor !! scared | ||
| sama yon !! sah-mah yon !! surprised | ||
| sama ndaw !! sah-mah n-daw !! embarrassed |
As you can see, the word "sama" is used to express feelings and emotions in Wolof. It is similar to the English word "feel". For example, if you want to say "I feel happy", you would say "Moo sama ndaxar" (literally "I feel happy").
Expressing Your Feelings in Wolof
Now that you know some of the most common words and phrases related to feelings and emotions in Wolof, let's look at how to express your feelings in Wolof.
- To express that you are feeling something, use the phrase "Moo sama" (literally "I feel"). For example, if you want to say "I feel happy", you would say "Moo sama ndaxar".
- To express that someone else is feeling something, use the phrase "Naka sama" (literally "You feel"). For example, if you want to say "You feel sad", you would say "Naka sama jëf".
- To ask how someone is feeling, use the phrase "Naka sama yow?" (literally "How do you feel?").
Practice
To improve your Wolof Vocabulary, you can also use the Polyglot Club website. Find native speakers and ask them any questions!
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