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As we embark on this exciting journey through the Sindhi language, it's essential to grasp the building blocks that will help you communicate effectively. Today, we will dive into two fundamental aspects: the days of the week and the months of the year. Understanding these concepts is crucial for daily conversations, planning activities, and simply navigating through life in a Sindhi-speaking environment.

Why Days and Months Matter

Every culture has its own unique way of marking time, and learning the days of the week and months of the year in Sindhi not only enriches your vocabulary but also gives you insight into the rhythm of life in Sindhi communities. Whether you are planning a visit, scheduling a meeting, or wishing someone a happy birthday, knowing how to articulate dates is key.

Lesson Structure

In this lesson, we will cover:

1. Days of the Week: Names, pronunciations, and usage.

2. Months of the Year: Names, pronunciations, and how to discuss them.

3. Asking and Answering Questions: How to inquire about dates and respond appropriately.

4. Practice Exercises: Activities to help reinforce what you've learned.

Days of the Week

Let’s start with the days of the week. Below is a table that lists the days, their pronunciations, and their English translations.

Sindhi	Pronunciation	English
آچر	āchhar	Sunday
سومر	somar	Monday
اڱارو	aṅgāro	Tuesday
اربع	arbah	Wednesday
خميس	khamīs	Thursday
جمعه	jummah	Friday
ڇنڇر	choṇchhar	Saturday

== Usage of Days

• Asking About the Day: You can ask, "اڄ ڪهڙو ڏينهن آهي؟" (Aj kahro din aahe?) meaning "What day is it today?"

• Answering: "اڄ آچر آهي." (Aj āchhar aahe.) meaning "Today is Sunday."

Months of the Year

Moving on to the months of the year. Here’s a table that outlines each month, along with its pronunciation and English translation.

Sindhi	Pronunciation	English
جنوري	janwari	January
فروري	farwari	February
مارچ	mārch	March
اپريل	aprīl	April
مئي	mayī	May
جون	joon	June
جولاءِ	julāi	July
آڳسٽ	āgast	August
سپٽمبر	sapṭambar	September
آڪٽوبر	ākṭobar	October
نومبر	novambar	November
ڊسمبر	disambar	December

== Usage of Months

• Asking About the Month: "هن مهيني ۾ ڪهڙو ڏينهن آهي؟" (Hin mahīne mein kahro din aahe?) meaning "What day is it this month?"

• Answering: "هن مهيني ۾ آڪٽوبر آهي." (Hin mahīne mein ākṭobar aahe.) meaning "This month is October."

Asking and Answering Questions About Dates

Now that we know the days and months, let’s learn how to ask and answer questions regarding dates. Here are some common phrases:

• Asking the Date: "اڄ تاريخ ڇا آهي؟" (Aj tārīkh chā aahe?) meaning "What is today's date?"

• Answering: "اڄ 15 نومبر آهي." (Aj 15 novambar aahe.) meaning "Today is the 15th of November."

• Inquiring about Future Events: "توهان جو جنم ڏينهن ڪڏهن آهي؟" (Tuhān jo janam din kadhi aahe?) meaning "When is your birthday?"

• Responding: "منهنجو جنم ڏينهن 5 جنوري آهي." (Munjho janam din 5 janwari aahe.) meaning "My birthday is on the 5th of January."

Practice Exercises

Now that we have covered the vocabulary and usages, it's time to put your knowledge to the test! Below are ten exercises designed to help you practice what you've learned.

Exercise 1: Match the Days

Match the Sindhi days with their English equivalents.

1. آچر

2. سومر

3. اڱارو

4. اربع

5. خميس

6. جمعه

7. ڇنڇر

Answers:

• آچر - Sunday

• سومر - Monday

• اڱارو - Tuesday

• اربع - Wednesday

• خميس - Thursday

• جمعه - Friday

• ڇنڇر - Saturday

Exercise 2: Fill in the Blanks

Complete the sentences using the correct month.

1. منهنجو پسنديده مهينو ______ آهي. (My favorite month is ______.)

2. ______ ۾ جشن ٿيندو آهي. (Celebration occurs in ______.)

Answers:

1. جنوري (January)

2. آڪٽوبر (October)

Exercise 3: Translate the Sentence

Translate the following sentence into Sindhi: “Today is Thursday.”

Answer: "اڄ خميس آهي." (Aj khamīs aahe.)

Exercise 4: Create Your Questions

Formulate a question in Sindhi asking about the date.

Example: "اڄ تاريخ ڇا آهي؟" (What is today's date?)

Exercise 5: Identify the Day

Identify the day of the week for the following date: 7 مارچ.

Answer: "7 مارچ جو ڏينهن اڱارو آهي." (The day of March 7 is Tuesday.)

Exercise 6: Arrange the Months

Arrange the following months in order:

• مئي

• جنوري

• جولاءِ

• مارچ

Answer: جنوري, مارچ, مئي, جولاءِ (January, March, May, July)

Exercise 7: Answer the Questions

Answer the following in Sindhi:

• "توهان جو پسنديده ڏينهن ڪهڙو آهي؟" (What is your favorite day?)

Example Answer: "منهنجو پسنديده ڏينهن آچر آهي." (My favorite day is Sunday.)

Exercise 8: Match the Months

Match the months with their pronunciations.

1. جنوري

2. مئي

3. جولاءِ

4. آڪٽوبر

Answers:

• جنوري - janwari

• مئي - mayī

• جولاءِ - julāi

• آڪٽوبر - ākṭobar

Exercise 9: Describe Your Birthday

Write a short sentence in Sindhi about your birthday.

Example: "منهنجو جنم ڏينهن 12 جون آهي." (My birthday is on June 12.)

Exercise 10: Ask for the Date

Practice asking for the date in Sindhi with a partner.

Example: "اڄ تاريخ ڇا آهي؟" (What is today’s date?)

Conclusion

Congratulations on completing this lesson on the days of the week and months of the year in Sindhi! Remember, practice makes perfect. Incorporate these terms into your daily conversations, and soon, you’ll be navigating dates with ease. Keep revisiting this material, and feel free to ask questions or seek clarification on any points that are unclear.

Through consistent practice and usage, you will find that the Sindhi language opens many doors, enriching your interactions and experiences. So, let's continue this journey together as we explore more aspects of the beautiful Sindhi language in the upcoming lessons!

Table of Contents - Sindhi Course - 0 to A1

• Course Presentation

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Introduction to Sindhi Script

• Sindhi Alphabet
• Basic Consonants and Vowels

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Everyday Vocabulary

• Greetings and Introductions
• Numbers and Counting
• Days of the Week and Months
• Colors and Shapes
• Food and Beverages

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Basic Grammar Concepts

• Nouns and Pronouns
• Adjectives and Adverbs
• Verbs and Tenses
• Prepositions and Conjunctions

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Everyday Situations

• At Home
• At Work
• At School
• Shopping
• Travel and Transportation

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More Grammar Concepts

• Question Formation
• Negation
• Imperatives
• Comparatives and Superlatives
• Expressing Possession

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Culture and Traditions

• Festivals and Celebrations
• Traditional Clothing
• Music and Dance
• Cuisine
• History and Landmarks

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Advanced Grammar Concepts

• Conditional Sentences
• Passive Voice
• Subjunctive Mood
• Relative Clauses
• Reported Speech

Other Lessons

• Feelings and Emotions
• Animals in Sindhi Roman Urdu
• Food and Beverages
• At School
• At Home
• At Work
• Shop
• How to Say Hello and Greetings
• Counting
• Count to 10

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