Language/Galician/Vocabulary/Seasons
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Introduction
Welcome to the lesson on seasons in Galician! In this lesson, you will learn the names of the four seasons in Galician, as well as some fun facts about each season.
The Four Seasons in Galician
Galicia is a region of Spain with a mild and rainy oceanic climate. As such, the climate and seasons in Galicia are different in comparison with other regions of Spain.
Here are the names of the four seasons in Galician:
- Inverno - Winter
- Primavera - Spring
- Veroño - Summer
- Outono - Autumn
Winter - "Inverno"
Inverno in Galician means winter. This season lasts from December to February in Galicia. The average temperature ranges from 8°C to 14°C, and it is mostly rainy and misty. The days are shorter, and the nights are longer.
During winter, Galicia celebrates the popular Solstice Bonfire Night, known locally as Noite de San Xoán. It's a magical night when people gather on the beaches to start a bonfire, sing traditional music, grill sardines, and jump over the flames to ward off bad spirits.
Here are some relevant terms to describe winter in Galician:
| Galician | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| Frío | free-o | Cold |
| Neve | ne-be | Snow |
| Xeo | she-oh | Ice |
| Gelifracción | hel-ee-fraak-see-own | Frost heave |
| Manta | man-ta | Blanket (used to describe snow) |
Spring - "Primavera"
Primavera in Galician means spring. This season lasts from March to May in Galicia. The average temperature ranges from 11°C to 19°C, and the landscape becomes brighter with blossoming flowers and trees. Spring in Galicia is an explosion of colors and fragrances.
In this season, Galicia celebrates the Carnivals or Entroidos, known for their irreverent and festive spirit. People dress up in colorful and imaginative costumes, sing and dance in the streets, and feast on typical carnival food, such as orellas (Galician sweet fritters).
Here are some relevant terms to describe spring in Galician:
| Galician | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| Flores | flaw-res | Flowers |
| Chuva | ch-d-oo-vah | Rain |
| Espertar | ess-pehr-tar | Awakening |
| Piquenique | pee-kehn-eek | Picnic |
| Nube | noo-beh | Cloud |
Summer - "Veroño"
Veroño is how summer is called in Galician, and it lasts from June to August. The average temperature ranges from 19°C to 24°C, and the days are longer and sunnier. Galicia is famous for its stunning beaches, and summer is the season to enjoy them fully.
During the summer, Galicia celebrates the epic music and arts festival _O Son do Camiño_, held in Santiago de Compostela. It attracts thousands of visitors and big stars from the national and international music scene.
Here are some relevant terms to describe summer in Galician:
| Galician | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| Praia | pry-ya | Beach |
| Sol | sol | Sun |
| Auga | ow-gah | Water |
| Cea | th-eh-ah | Dinner (late-night feast on the beach) |
| Vacacións | bah-kaa-th-yowns | Vacations |
Autumn - "Outono"
Outono means autumn in Galician. This season lasts from September to November in Galicia. The temperature varies between 12°C and 19°C, and the colors of the landscape turn into yellows, browns, and oranges.
During the autumn, Galicia celebrates the Magosto, a popular festival that celebrates the end of the harvest and the new wine of the year. People gather in groups and eat roasted chestnuts, drink wine, and sing traditional songs.
Here are some relevant terms to describe autumn in Galician:
| Galician | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| Castañas | kah-sta-nyas | Chestnuts |
| Colleita | koh-leh-eet-ah | Harvest |
| Foliaxe | fo-lyah-she | Foliage |
| Vento | ben-toh | Wind |
| Luvia | loo-byah | Rain |
Conclusion
In this lesson, you have learned the names of the four seasons in Galician, as well as some cultural and linguistic facts about each one of them. Keep practising your Galician vocabulary, and you will be on your way to becoming a fluent speaker!
Other Lessons
- Time
- Numbers
- Family Members
- Feelings and Emotions
- Drinks
- Basic Phrases in Galician
- Months of the Year
- Weather Vocabulary
- Autumn
Sources
- Galician lessons: Seasons and weather
- Galician Vocabulary - Days of the Week
- Galician - Courses for English (US) speakers - Memrise
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