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Igbo Vocabulary - Days of the Week

Hi Igbo learners! 😊
In this lesson, you will learn the Igbo vocabulary for the days of the week. Knowing the vocabulary for days is essential when trying to understand and make conversations about time in Igbo.

Introduction

Understanding the Igbo days of the week is a foundational part of learning the language. It helps in scheduling personal and professional appointments, getting involved in cultural events, and communicating with other Igbo speakers.

In Igbo, the days of the week are named after some of our most popular markets. Even though there are new markets, the days of the week remain the same. These days greatly influence our everyday lives, from market days to family gatherings and naming ceremonies.

So, let’s dive into the vocabulary!

Days of the week

In Igbo, the days of the week are named after our popular markets. The days are:

Igbo	Pronunciation	English
Eke	eh-keh	Sunday
Orie	oh-ryeh	Monday
Afor	ah-foh	Tuesday
Nkwo	n-kwoh	Wednesday
Eke	eh-keh	Thursday
Orie	oh-ryeh	Friday
Afo	ah-foh	Saturday

"Onye nwere eke" means "the person who has Sunday," and it refers to people born on a Sunday. The same applies to the other days of the week.

Usage in Context

Here is a sample dialogue between two people showcasing the usage of the days of the week in Igbo.

• Person 1: Kedu ka ịmere? (What day is it?)
• Person 2: Taa, ọ dị Oriè. (Today is Monday.)

Fun facts about Igbo days of the week

- The Igbo names for days have been used since pre-colonial times. Meaning, these days have been in existence for centuries. - The market days of the week appear to have a far-reaching history across many cultures around the world. - The four Igbo market days have cultural and spiritual significance. For instance, the "Ọjị" festival, celebrated yearly by the Igbo race, is named after the market day Nkwo.

Conclusion

So there you have it, learners! The Igbo names for the days of the week. If you want to learn more about Igbo vocabulary, you can check out Vocabulary here on Polyglot Club. To improve your Igbo language skills, you can also use the Polyglot Club website. Find native speakers and ask them any questions!

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