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In the rich tapestry of any culture, family holds a special place, and the Central Pashto language is no exception. Understanding the vocabulary related to family members is crucial for anyone looking to engage meaningfully in conversations and build relationships within Pashto-speaking communities. In this lesson, we will explore the terms used for various family members, practice pronunciation, and learn how to use these words in sentences and conversations.

By the end of this lesson, you will be able to identify family members in Central Pashto, pronounce their names correctly, and use them in context. We will structure this lesson into several sections, including vocabulary introduction, examples, and exercises to reinforce your learning.

Family Vocabulary

Let's start with the core vocabulary related to family members in Central Pashto. Below, you will find a list of common terms, their pronunciations, and English translations.

Central Pashto	Pronunciation	English
پلار	plar	father
مور	mor	mother
ورور	waror	brother
خور	khor	sister
زوی	zoy	son
لور	lor	daughter
نیکه	nika	grandfather
نیکه	nika	grandmother
د نیکه	da nika	grandson
د نیکه	da nika	granddaughter
خسر	khasar	father-in-law
مېرمن	mermən	wife
خاوند	khawand	husband
خویند	khwēnd	siblings (used generally)
د خویند	da khwēnd	cousin (female)
د خویند	da khwēnd	cousin (male)
ماما	mama	maternal uncle
کاکا	kaka	paternal uncle
ماما	mama	maternal aunt
کاکا	kaka	paternal aunt

These words will serve as the foundation for our exploration of family relationships in Central Pashto.

Usage in Sentences

Now that you are familiar with the vocabulary, let’s see how these terms can be used in sentences. This will help you understand their context better.

1. پلار زما دی (Plar zama dey) - "He is my father."

2. مور مې خوشحاله ده (Mor me khushala da) - "My mother is happy."

3. زوی مې ښوونځي ته ځي (Zoy me khwondzi ta zhi) - "My son goes to school."

4. خور مې په کور کې ده (Khor me pa kor ke da) - "My sister is at home."

5. لور مې د لوبو سره شوق لري (Lor me da lubo sara shoq lari) - "My daughter loves to play."

6. نیکه مې بوډا دی (Nika me boda dey) - "My grandfather is old."

7. زما خسر ښوونکی دی (Zama khasar khwondzi di) - "My father-in-law is a teacher."

8. مېرمن مې د چای جوړوي (Mermən me da chai jorawi) - "My wife makes tea."

9. خاوند مې د کار په لټه کې دی (Khawand me da kar pa latha ke dey) - "My husband is looking for work."

10. خویند مې د کتاب لوستلو سره مینه لري (Khwēnd me da kitab lostalo sara mina lari) - "My sibling loves reading books."

Practice Exercises

To reinforce your understanding, here are some exercises you can complete. Try to use the vocabulary in different contexts.

Exercise 1: Match the Family Member

Match the family member in Central Pashto with the correct English translation.

1. پلار

2. خور

3. نیکه

4. زوی

5. مېرمن

• a. Daughter

• b. Father

• c. Sister

• d. Grandfather

• e. Wife

Answers:

1. b

2. c

3. d

4. a

5. e

Exercise 2: Fill in the Blanks

Complete the sentences with the appropriate family member vocabulary.

1. _______________ زما دی. (He is my __________.)

2. _______________ مې خوشحاله ده. (My __________ is happy.)

3. _______________ مې د لوبو سره شوق لري. (My __________ loves to play.)

Sample Answers:

1. پلار (Plar)

2. مور (Mor)

3. لور (Lor)

Exercise 3: Pronunciation Practice

Practice pronouncing the following family members out loud:

• پلار (plar)

• خور (khor)

• زوی (zoy)

• مېرمن (merman)

Exercise 4: Create Sentences

Using the vocabulary, create sentences about your own family. For example:

"My brother is a student." (ورور مې زده کوونکی دی. - Waror me zada kwonki di.)

Exercise 5: Identify Relationships

Describe the relationship of the following family members to you:

1. خسر (Khasar)

2. ماما (Mama)

3. لور (Lor)

Sample Answers:

1. خسر - Father-in-law

2. ماما - Maternal uncle

3. لور - Daughter

Exercise 6: Conversation Practice

Pair up with a classmate and practice a short conversation about your families using the vocabulary learned.

Exercise 7: Listening Comprehension

Listen to a native speaker pronounce the family member terms and repeat them to practice your listening and speaking skills.

Exercise 8: Vocabulary Quiz

Take a short quiz to test your knowledge of family member vocabulary. Write down the Pashto word for each English term provided.

1. Mother

2. Sister

3. Grandson

Answers:

1. مور (Mor)

2. خور (Khor)

3. د نیکه (da nika)

Exercise 9: Family Tree

Draw a family tree and label each member using Central Pashto vocabulary.

Exercise 10: Role Play

Engage in a role-play where you introduce your family members in Pashto to a new friend.

By completing these exercises, you will solidify your understanding of Central Pashto family vocabulary and be able to use it effectively in conversation.

Conclusion

In this lesson, we have explored the essential vocabulary related to family members in Central Pashto. You have practiced pronunciation, learned to use these words in sentences, and completed various exercises to reinforce your understanding. Family is a significant aspect of life and communication in any culture, and being able to discuss family members in Central Pashto will greatly enrich your conversations and interactions. Keep practicing, and you'll find that these words will become second nature as you continue your journey in learning Central Pashto.

Table of Contents - Central Pashto Course - 0 to A1

• Course Presentation

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Greetings and Introductions

• Basic Greetings
• Introducing Yourself

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Personal Pronouns

• Subject Pronouns
• Object Pronouns

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Numbers and Counting

• Numbers 1-10
• Numbers 11-20

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Basic Sentence Structure

• Subject-Object-Verb
• Negation

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Common Verbs

• Action Verbs
• State Verbs

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Present Tense

• Present Simple
• Present Continuous

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Food and Drink

• Common Foods
• Common Drinks

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Questions

• Yes/No Questions
• Wh-Questions

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Family and Relationships

• Family Members
• Relationships

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Possessive Pronouns and Adjectives

• Possessive Pronouns
• Possessive Adjectives

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House and Home

• Rooms and Furniture
• Household Chores

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Prepositions

• Common Prepositions
• Prepositions of Place

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Hobbies and Activities

• Common Hobbies
• Sports

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Past Tense

• Past Simple
• Past Continuous

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Travel and Transportation

• Modes of Transportation
• Travel Essentials

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Pashtun Customs and Traditions

• Traditional Clothing
• Pashtun Cuisine

Other Lessons

• Days of the Week
• Numbers 1 10
• Relationships
• How to say Good Bye?
• City
• Rooms and Furniture
• Drinks
• Sports
• Nature
• Common Hobbies

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