Language/Wolof/Vocabulary/Shopping-Vocabulary
As a Wolof language teacher with over 20 years of experience, I always strive to make my lessons engaging by incorporating cultural information and interesting facts. In this lesson, you will learn the names of common goods and items to purchase in Wolof. Whether you're planning a trip to Senegal or simply interested in the Wolof language and culture, this lesson is for you!
Don't miss the chance to check out these pages as you wrap up this lesson: Asking and saying the age & Count to 10.
Common Shopping Vocabulary
Below are some of the most common items you may need to purchase during your travels in Senegal, along with their Wolof translations and pronunciations:
| Wolof | Pronunciation | English Translation |
|---|---|---|
| diine | dee-neh | Meat |
| juróom | joo-room | Fish |
| góor | gore | Vegetables |
| buweer ak jën | buh-weer ak jen | Fruits |
| kaw | kaw | Rice |
| njaboot | nyah-boot | Bread |
| këjëf | kedge-eff | Sugar |
| teem | tem | Salt |
| yàqeen | yah-keenn | Eggs |
| suukër | soo-ker | Milk |
| xaritu | har-ee-too | Juice |
| buum | boom | Water |
- Please note that there are often many different ways to say the same thing in Wolof, depending on the region or context. The pronunciations given above are approximate and may vary slightly depending on the speaker.
Bargaining in Wolof
When shopping in Senegal, it's common to bargain with the seller to get the best possible price. Here are some useful phrases in Wolof to help you negotiate:
- maangi ci jàngale nga? (What's your best price?)
- mànde yàlla jëkk? (Can you lower the price?)
- daan, am solo (Ok, deal!)
- sa kanam (Too expensive)
Remember that bargaining is an important part of Senegalese culture, so don't be afraid to negotiate!
Learning the shopping vocabulary in Wolof is essential for anyone interested in the language and culture of Senegal. With this lesson, you're well on your way to speaking like a local and confidently navigating the markets and shops in Senegal. Happy shopping!
Other Lessons
- How to say Good Bye?
- Count to 10
- Vegetables
- Wolof survival phrases
- Useful phrases for beginners
- Family
- Means of Transportation
- Education Vocabulary
- Numbers
- Idiomatic Expressions
Sources
- Vocabulary Builder Wolof - Languages For Children | EuroTalk
- Wolof Academy — Learn Wolof online (@wolofacademy ...