Language/Panjabi/Vocabulary/Health-and-Illness
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As a Panjabi language teacher, I have seen my fair share of students struggling to express themselves when it comes to talking about health and illness. It's an important topic that can come up at any time, and having the necessary vocabulary to discuss it is crucial. In this lesson, we will learn vocabulary related to health, illness, and talking about your symptoms in Panjabi.
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Common Symptoms
When you're feeling unwell, it can be challenging to explain to others what's wrong. However, with the right vocabulary, you can communicate your symptoms and feel better in no time.
Here are some common symptoms you might experience:
- ਦੁਖ (dukh) - pain
- ਬੁਖਾਰ (bukhār) - fever
- ਠੰਡ (thand) - cold
- ਜਲਦੀ ਸਕਤੀ (jaladī sakatī) - fatigue
- ਤੇਜ਼ ਨੋਕ ਦਰਦ (tēz nōk dard) - stabbing pain
- ਅਜੀਬ ਵਿੱਚਾਰ (ajīb vicār) - unusual thoughts
Use these words to describe your symptoms to a doctor or a friend:
| Panjabi | Pronunciation | English Translation |
|---|---|---|
| ਦੁਖ | dukh | pain |
| ਬੁਖਾਰ | bukhār | fever |
| ਠੰਡ | thand | cold |
| ਜਲਦੀ ਸਕਤੀ | jaladī sakatī | fatigue |
| ਤੇਜ਼ ਨੋਕ ਦਰਦ | tēz nōk dard | stabbing pain |
| ਅਜੀਬ ਵਿੱਚਾਰ | ajīb vicār | unusual thoughts |
Talking to a Doctor
When you're feeling unwell, the best course of action is to see a doctor. Here are some useful phrases that you can use when talking to a doctor:
- ਮੈਂ ਬੁਖਾਰ ਹੈ (Main bukhār hai) - I have a fever.
- ਮੇਰਾ ਸਰ ਦੁਖ ਰਿਹਾ ਹੈ (Mērā sar dukh rihā hai) - My head hurts.
- ਮੈਂ ਠੰਡ ਮਹਿਸੂਸ ਕਰ ਰਿਹਾ ਹਾਂ (Main thand mahisūs kar rihā hān) - I feel cold.
- ਮੇਰੇ ਪੈਰ ਵਿੱਚ ਦੁਖ ਹੈ (Merē pair vic dukh hai) - My legs hurt.
Use these phrases to explain your symptoms to a doctor:
| Panjabi | Pronunciation | English Translation |
|---|---|---|
| ਮੈਂ ਬੁਖਾਰ ਹੈ | Main bukhār hai | I have a fever |
| ਮੇਰਾ ਸਰ ਦੁਖ ਰਿਹਾ ਹੈ | Mērā sar dukh rihā hai | My head hurts |
| ਮੈਂ ਠੰਡ ਮਹਿਸੂਸ ਕਰ ਰਿਹਾ ਹਾਂ | Main thand mahisūs kar rihā hān | I feel cold |
| ਮੇਰੇ ਪੈਰ ਵਿੱਚ ਦੁਖ ਹੈ | Merē pair vic dukh hai | My legs hurt |
Home Remedies
If you're not feeling too sick, you might want to try some home remedies before going to see the doctor. Here are some common remedies that people in Panjabi households use:
- ਅਦਰਕ ਨੂੰ ਚੋਟੀ ਕਰੋ (Adrak nū̃ cẖotī karo) - Grate ginger and squeeze out the juice, then drink the juice mixed with warm water for a sore throat.
- ਲੌਂਗ ਨੂੰ ਚੋਟੀ ਕਰੋ (Laũg nū̃ cẖotī karo) - Grind cloves and drink it with warm water for toothache.
- ਦੂਧ ਅਤੇ ਹਨੀ ਨਾਲ ਪਿਅਾਸ ਪੁੰਜ ਨੂੰ ਕਮ ਕਰੋ (Dūdh atē hanī nāl piās punj nū̃ kam karo) - Mix milk and honey and drink it to relieve thirst.
- ਪੁਦੀਨਾ ਨਾਲ ਚਾਹ ਪੀਉ (Pudīnā nāl cāh pīu) - Drink mint tea to feel refreshed.
Use these words to make remedies at home:
| Panjabi | Pronunciation | English Translation |
|---|---|---|
| ਅਦਰਕ | Adrak | ginger |
| ਲੌਂਗ | Laũg | clove |
| ਦੂਧ | Dūdh | milk |
| ਹਨੀ | Hanī | honey |
| ਪੁਦੀਨਾ | Pudīnā | mint |
Conclusion
Learning the vocabulary for talking about health and illness is essential. Use the words and phrases in this lesson to communicate your symptoms to others and seek help when needed. Remember, the sooner you can express yourself, the quicker you can get better.
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