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Introduction[edit | edit source]

In this lesson, we will learn the names of the months and seasons in Basque. Understanding these vocabulary terms is essential for basic communication and for expressing dates and time in Basque. We will also practice the pronunciation of each word to help you develop your spoken Basque skills.

By the end of this lesson, you will be able to confidently name the months and seasons in Basque, and use them in conversations and written communication. So let's get started!

Months and Seasons in Basque[edit | edit source]

Basque, also known as Euskara, is a unique language that is not related to any other language in the world. It is spoken in the Basque Country, which is located in the northeastern part of Spain and the southwestern part of France. The Basque language has a rich vocabulary to describe time and seasons, which we will explore in this lesson.

Months of the Year[edit | edit source]

Let's begin by learning the names of the months in Basque. Here is a table that shows the Basque names, their pronunciation, and their English translations:

Basque	Pronunciation	English Translation
Urtarrilaren	oor-tar-ree-lah-ren	January
Otsailaren	otsa-ee-lah-ren	February
Martxoaren	mar-cho-ah-ren	March
Apirilaren	ah-pee-ree-lah-ren	April
Maiatzaren	my-atsa-ren	May
Ekainaren	eh-ka-ee-nah-ren	June
Uztailaren	oo-tsai-lah-ren	July
Abuztuaren	ah-boo-tsua-ren	August
Irailaren	ee-rai-lah-ren	September
Urriaren	oo-ree-lah-ren	October
Azaroaren	ah-tha-ro-ah-ren	November
Abenduaren	ah-ben-doo-ah-ren	December

Now, let's practice the pronunciation of each month. Repeat after me:

- Urtarrilaren - Otsailaren - Martxoaren - Apirilaren - Maiatzaren - Ekainaren - Uztailaren - Abuztuaren - Irailaren - Urriaren - Azaroaren - Abenduaren

Great job! You are now familiar with the names of the months in Basque.

Seasons of the Year[edit | edit source]

Next, let's learn the names of the seasons in Basque. Here is a table that shows the Basque names, their pronunciation, and their English translations:

Basque	Pronunciation	English Translation
Udaberria	oo-dah-beh-ree-ah	Spring
Uda	oo-dah	Summer
Udazkena	oo-dahs-keh-nah	Autumn
Negua	neh-guah	Winter

Now, let's practice the pronunciation of each season. Repeat after me:

- Udaberria - Uda - Udazkena - Negua

Well done! You have now learned the names of the seasons in Basque.

Cultural Insights[edit | edit source]

In the Basque Country, the seasons play an important role in the cultural and agricultural traditions of the region. Each season marks a different phase of the year and brings its own unique festivals and celebrations.

During the spring season, Basque people celebrate the arrival of warmer weather and the blooming of flowers with various festivals and events. One of the most famous festivals is the San Juan festival, which takes place on the night of June 23rd. People gather around bonfires, enjoy traditional Basque music and dancing, and celebrate the beginning of summer.

In the summer season, the Basque Country comes alive with outdoor activities, including beach visits, hiking, and water sports. It is a time when families and friends gather together to enjoy the sunny weather and relax by the sea or in the mountains. Traditional Basque sports, such as pelota and rural sports, are also popular during this time of the year.

Autumn in the Basque Country is a season of change and harvest. It is a time when farmers gather the fruits of their labor and celebrate the abundance of the land. Many festivals and fairs take place during this season, showcasing local produce, traditional cuisine, and Basque folklore. The Basque cider season also begins in autumn, and people visit cider houses to taste the freshly pressed apple cider.

Finally, winter in the Basque Country brings colder temperatures and snow in the mountainous areas. It is a time for cozy gatherings, warm meals, and festive celebrations. Christmas and New Year's Eve are widely celebrated with family and friends, and traditional Basque dishes like bacalao pil-pil (salted codfish) and txistorra (a type of sausage) are enjoyed during these festivities.

Understanding the names of the months and seasons in Basque helps you connect with the rich cultural heritage and traditions of the Basque Country. It allows you to participate in conversations about local festivals and understand the seasonal rhythms of the region.

Exercises[edit | edit source]

Now, let's practice what we have learned. Complete the following exercises to reinforce your knowledge of the months and seasons in Basque.

Exercise 1: Matching Exercise[edit | edit source]

Match the Basque months with their English translations.

1. Urtarrilaren 2. Maiatzaren 3. Irailaren 4. Azaroaren

a. March b. January c. May d. November

Solution: 1. b 2. c 3. a 4. d

Exercise 2: Fill in the Blanks[edit | edit source]

Fill in the blanks with the correct Basque months.

1. Uda da _______. (It is June.) 2. _______ apirila da. (It is April.) 3. _______ abendua da. (It is December.) 4. _______ martxoa da. (It is March.)

Solution: 1. Ekainaren 2. Apirilaren 3. Abenduaren 4. Martxoaren

Great job! You are getting the hang of it!

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

Congratulations! You have successfully learned the names of the months and seasons in Basque. This knowledge will be valuable for expressing dates, understanding cultural traditions, and engaging in conversations about time and seasons in the Basque Country.

Continue practicing the pronunciation of the months and seasons to improve your spoken Basque skills. In the next lesson, we will explore the topic of questions and negation in Basque, which will further enhance your ability to communicate in Basque.

Remember to immerse yourself in the Basque language and culture as much as possible. Explore Basque music, movies, and literature to deepen your understanding and appreciation of this unique language.

Keep up the great work, and see you in the next lesson!

Table of Contents - Basque Course - 0 to A1[edit source]

Course Presentation

Introduction to Basque Language

Greetings and Introductions

Nouns and Articles

Numbers and Counting

Pronouns and Verb Conjugation

Days, Months, and Seasons

Questions and Negation

Family and Relationships

Adjectives and Adverbs

Food and Dining

Prepositions and Conjunctions

Travel and Transportation

Basque Culture and Traditions

Sources[edit | edit source]

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-Basque vocabulary is rich and diverse, with many words and phrases that reflect the unique culture and history of the Basque Country. In this lesson, you will learn the names of the months and seasons in Basque, and practice pronunciation to help you retain what you have learned. By the end of this lesson, you will have expanded your vocabulary and knowledge of Basque culture, which will help you feel more confident in your Basque language skills.
+== Introduction ==
+In this lesson, we will learn the names of the months and seasons in Basque. Understanding these vocabulary terms is essential for basic communication and for expressing dates and time in Basque. We will also practice the pronunciation of each word to help you develop your spoken Basque skills.
+By the end of this lesson, you will be able to confidently name the months and seasons in Basque, and use them in conversations and written communication. So let's get started!
+== Months and Seasons in Basque ==
+Basque, also known as Euskara, is a unique language that is not related to any other language in the world. It is spoken in the Basque Country, which is located in the northeastern part of Spain and the southwestern part of France. The Basque language has a rich vocabulary to describe time and seasons, which we will explore in this lesson.
-== Vocabulary ==
+=== Months of the Year ===
-Below are the names of the months and seasons in Basque, along with their pronunciation and English translations:
+Let's begin by learning the names of the months in Basque. Here is a table that shows the Basque names, their pronunciation, and their English translations:
 {| class="wikitable"
-! Basque !! Pronunciation !! English
+! Basque !! Pronunciation !! English Translation
 |-
-| Urtarrila || [urt͡saɾila] || January
+| Urtarrilaren || oor-tar-ree-lah-ren || January
 |-
-| Otsaila || [ot͡saila] || February
+| Otsailaren || otsa-ee-lah-ren || February
 |-
-| Martxoa || [maɾtʃoa] || March
+| Martxoaren || mar-cho-ah-ren || March
 |-
-| Apirila || [apirila] || April
+| Apirilaren || ah-pee-ree-lah-ren || April
 |-
-| Maiatza || [majatsa] || May
+| Maiatzaren || my-atsa-ren || May
 |-
-| Ekaina || [ekaina] || June
+| Ekainaren || eh-ka-ee-nah-ren || June
 |-
-| Uztaila || [ustaila] || July
+| Uztailaren || oo-tsai-lah-ren || July
 |-
-| Abuztua || [abustua] || August
+| Abuztuaren || ah-boo-tsua-ren || August
 |-
-| Iraila || [iɾaila] || September
+| Irailaren || ee-rai-lah-ren || September
 |-
-| Urria || [uɾɾia] || October
+| Urriaren || oo-ree-lah-ren || October
 |-
-| Azaroa || [asaɾoa] || November
+| Azaroaren || ah-tha-ro-ah-ren || November
 |-
-| Abendua || [aben̪d̪ua] || December
+| Abenduaren || ah-ben-doo-ah-ren || December
+|}
+Now, let's practice the pronunciation of each month. Repeat after me:
+- Urtarrilaren
+- Otsailaren
+- Martxoaren
+- Apirilaren
+- Maiatzaren
+- Ekainaren
+- Uztailaren
+- Abuztuaren
+- Irailaren
+- Urriaren
+- Azaroaren
+- Abenduaren
+Great job! You are now familiar with the names of the months in Basque.
+=== Seasons of the Year ===
+Next, let's learn the names of the seasons in Basque. Here is a table that shows the Basque names, their pronunciation, and their English translations:
+{| class="wikitable"
+! Basque !! Pronunciation !! English Translation
 |-
-| Udazkena || [udaθkena] || Autumn
+| Udaberria || oo-dah-beh-ree-ah || Spring
 |-
-| Negua || [neɡua] || Winter
+| Uda || oo-dah || Summer
 |-
-| Udaberria || [udaβerria] || Spring
+| Udazkena || oo-dahs-keh-nah || Autumn
 |-
-| Uda || [uda] || Summer
+| Negua || neh-guah || Winter
 |}
-== Grammar ==
+Now, let's practice the pronunciation of each season. Repeat after me:
+- Udaberria
+- Uda
+- Udazkena
+- Negua
+Well done! You have now learned the names of the seasons in Basque.
+== Cultural Insights ==
+In the Basque Country, the seasons play an important role in the cultural and agricultural traditions of the region. Each season marks a different phase of the year and brings its own unique festivals and celebrations.
+During the spring season, Basque people celebrate the arrival of warmer weather and the blooming of flowers with various festivals and events. One of the most famous festivals is the San Juan festival, which takes place on the night of June 23rd. People gather around bonfires, enjoy traditional Basque music and dancing, and celebrate the beginning of summer.
+In the summer season, the Basque Country comes alive with outdoor activities, including beach visits, hiking, and water sports. It is a time when families and friends gather together to enjoy the sunny weather and relax by the sea or in the mountains. Traditional Basque sports, such as pelota and rural sports, are also popular during this time of the year.
+Autumn in the Basque Country is a season of change and harvest. It is a time when farmers gather the fruits of their labor and celebrate the abundance of the land. Many festivals and fairs take place during this season, showcasing local produce, traditional cuisine, and Basque folklore. The Basque cider season also begins in autumn, and people visit cider houses to taste the freshly pressed apple cider.
+Finally, winter in the Basque Country brings colder temperatures and snow in the mountainous areas. It is a time for cozy gatherings, warm meals, and festive celebrations. Christmas and New Year's Eve are widely celebrated with family and friends, and traditional Basque dishes like bacalao pil-pil (salted codfish) and txistorra (a type of sausage) are enjoyed during these festivities.
+Understanding the names of the months and seasons in Basque helps you connect with the rich cultural heritage and traditions of the Basque Country. It allows you to participate in conversations about local festivals and understand the seasonal rhythms of the region.
+== Exercises ==
+Now, let's practice what we have learned. Complete the following exercises to reinforce your knowledge of the months and seasons in Basque.
+=== Exercise 1: Matching Exercise ===
+Match the Basque months with their English translations.
+. Urtarrilaren
+. Maiatzaren
+. Irailaren
+. Azaroaren
+a. March
+b. January
+c. May
+d. November
+Solution:
+. b
+. c
+. a
+. d
+=== Exercise 2: Fill in the Blanks ===
-In Basque, the names of the months and seasons are typically used with the definite article "a" or "ua" (depending on the final vowel of the word), as in "a Urtarrila" (January) or "Udaberria" (Spring).
+Fill in the blanks with the correct Basque months.
-== Practice ==
+. Uda da _______. (It is June.)
+. _______ apirila da. (It is April.)
+. _______ abendua da. (It is December.)
+. _______ martxoa da. (It is March.)
-To practice your pronunciation of the months and seasons in Basque, try repeating each word after the audio sample, which you can find on many language learning websites or apps. You can also try using them in context by telling someone what month it is, or asking what season it is.
+Solution:
+. Ekainaren
+. Apirilaren
+. Abenduaren
+. Martxoaren
+Great job! You are getting the hang of it!
 == Conclusion ==
-Now that you have learned the names of the months and seasons in Basque, you have added a useful new set of words to your vocabulary. With a little regular practice, you can become more comfortable using these words in context, helping you feel more confident in your Basque language skills. Keep learning and have fun exploring the rich and diverse Basque language and culture!
+Congratulations! You have successfully learned the names of the months and seasons in Basque. This knowledge will be valuable for expressing dates, understanding cultural traditions, and engaging in conversations about time and seasons in the Basque Country.
+Continue practicing the pronunciation of the months and seasons to improve your spoken Basque skills. In the next lesson, we will explore the topic of questions and negation in Basque, which will further enhance your ability to communicate in Basque.
+Remember to immerse yourself in the Basque language and culture as much as possible. Explore Basque music, movies, and literature to deepen your understanding and appreciation of this unique language.
+Keep up the great work, and see you in the next lesson!
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+* [https://forvo.com/guides/useful_phrases_in_basque/days_months_and_seasons/ Calendar vocabulary in Basque]
+* [https://polyglotclub.com/wiki/Language/Basque/Vocabulary/Months-of-the-year Basque Vocabulary - Months of the year]
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