Language/Tunisian-arabic/Vocabulary/Popular-Sports-and-Games
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Sports and games are an important part of Tunisian culture, from traditional games played in the streets to organized sports leagues. In this lesson, you will learn the vocabulary necessary to talk about the most popular sports and games played in Tunisia.
Don't hesitate to look into these other pages after completing this lesson: How to Say Hello and Greetings & Asking Directions.
Team Sports
Tunisians love team sports, especially soccer (or football, as it's known outside of the United States). Here are some of the most popular team sports played in Tunisia:
| Tunisian Arabic | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| كرة القدم | 'kora elkedem | soccer |
| كرة اليد | 'kora elyed | handball |
| كرة السلة | 'kora essala | basketball |
| كرة الماء | 'kora alma' | water polo |
| كرة الطائرة | 'kora etta'era | volleyball |
In these sports, the team names are often borrowed from European leagues. For example, soccer teams might be named after popular European teams, such as Real Madrid, Barcelona, and Manchester United.
Individual Sports
Individual sports are also popular in Tunisia, especially in the realm of combat sports. Here are some of the most popular individual sports played in Tunisia:
- Boxing (كرة الملاكمة - 'kora elmalakama')
- Judo (جودو - 'judo')
- Karate (كاراتيه - 'karateh')
- Taekwondo (تايكواندو - 'taekwando')
- Wrestling (المصارعة - 'almusara'a')
In addition to combat sports, Tunisia has a rich tradition of horse racing (سباق الخيل - 'sabaq elkheyl'). The El Djem Hippodrome, located in the town of El Djem, is one of the most famous horse racing tracks in Tunisia.
Traditional Games
In addition to organized sports, Tunisians also play a variety of traditional games in the streets and in their homes. These games often involve physical activity and are passed down from generation to generation. Here are some examples:
- Akaaboune (عكابون) - a game played with sticks and a ball, similar to field hockey
- Koutouri (قطوري) - a game played with marbles
- Matisha (ماتيشا) - a game played with a wooden board and coins
- Zgougou (زقوقو) - a game played with a hoop and a stick
If you're interested in learning more about traditional Tunisian games, be sure to ask locals about their favorites.
Learning the vocabulary associated with popular sports and games in Tunisia is a great way to connect with locals and engage in cultural activities. Whether you're a fan of soccer or prefer traditional games, there are plenty of opportunities to get active and have fun in Tunisia.
Other Lessons
- Parts of the Body
- Describing Work and Employment Situations
- Asking Directions
- Basic Numbers
- How to say Good Bye?
- Feelings and Emotions
- Clothes
- Fruits
- Telling Time and Dates
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