Language/Morisyen/Vocabulary/Education
Hi Morisyen learners! 😊
In this lesson, we will learn some of the most important Morisyen words related to education. Knowing these words will help you understand conversations about school, college, and other educational topics.
Basics
The Morisyen language has a rich vocabulary related to education. Here are some of the most common words and phrases:
| Morisyen | Pronunciation | English Translation |
|---|---|---|
| kolèj | ko-lay | college |
| lekòl | le-kol | school |
| lès | lay | lesson |
| èdikasyon | ed-i-ka-syon | education |
| èdikatè | ed-i-ka-tay | teacher |
Greetings
When talking about education, it's important to know how to greet people in Morisyen. Here are some of the most common greetings:
| Morisyen | Pronunciation | English Translation |
|---|---|---|
| bonjou | bon-joo | good morning |
| bonapwè | bon-a-pway | good afternoon |
| bonsoir | bon-swar | good evening |
| bonswa | bon-swa | good night |
| mèsi | may-see | thank you |
| aksepte | ak-sep-tay | welcome |
Questions
When talking about education, it's also important to know how to ask questions in Morisyen. Here are some of the most common questions:
| Morisyen | Pronunciation | English Translation |
|---|---|---|
| kiyè ou ye? | kee-yay oo yay | where are you from? |
| kijan ou ye? | kee-jan oo yay | how are you? |
| ki klas ou ye nan? | kee klas oo yay nan | what class are you in? |
| ki lekòl ou ye nan? | kee le-kol oo yay nan | what school are you in? |
| ki kolèj ou ye nan? | kee ko-lay oo yay nan | what college are you in? |
Practice
To improve your Morisyen Vocabulary, you can also use the Polyglot Club website. Find native speakers and ask them any questions!
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