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Maltese Vocabulary - Days of the Week

Hi Maltese learners! 😊
In this lesson, we will learn how to say and write the days of the week in Maltese. We will also provide interesting cultural information and examples to make it more fun and memorable.

Introduction

Days of the week in Maltese are very similar to English, as both come from Latin. However, Maltese days of the week have some unique features that we will explore in this lesson.

Take some time to dive into these other pages after completing this lesson: Count to 10 & Seasons.

Days of the Week

Here's a table with the Maltese days of the week, their pronunciation, and their English translation:

Maltese	Pronunciation	English
Il-Ħadd	eel-had	Sunday
It-Tnejn	it-teen	Monday
It-Tlieta	it-lee-ta	Tuesday
L-Erbgħa	ler-ba-aa	Wednesday
Il-Ħamis	eel-ham-is	Thursday
Il-Ġimgħa	eel-jim-a	Friday
Is-Sibt	is-sibt	Saturday

Notes

The first letter of the days of the week is capitalized in Maltese, similar to many other languages.

The Maltese language is quite distinctive due to its historical and geographic influences. It has absorbed elements from Italian, Sicilian, English, French, and other languages throughout its history, but its core grammar and syntax are primarily rooted in Siculo-Arabic, a form of Arabic once spoken in Sicily and Malta between the 9th and 14th centuries.

An interesting fact is that the Maltese word for Saturday, "Is-Sibt", shares its roots with the Arabic word "as-Sabt (السبت)", demonstrating the significant influence of Arabic on the language. This reflects the broader cultural influences present in Malta, including those from the Maghreb region and more specifically, Tunisia.

Using Days of the Week in Conversations

- Example 1:

Person 1: L-Erbgħa ser naqsmu l-istudenti f'din il-ħanut. (On Wednesday, we will divide the students in this classroom.) Person 2: Tajjeb. (OK.)

- Example 2:

Person 1: Is-Sibt ser nikkonsulta ma' l-koċċatur. (On Saturday, I will consult with the coach.) Person 2: OK. Għandi ħafna fiduċja fik. (OK. I have a lot of trust in you.)

Tips to Improve your Maltese Vocabulary

To improve your Maltese Vocabulary, you can also use the Polyglot Club website. Find native speakers and ask them any questions!

Another great resource is reading Maltese newspapers and websites. It will help you learn new words and phrases in context.

Conclusion

Now you know the days of the week in Maltese! Practice using them in your conversations and explore more Maltese vocabulary. Follow us for more language tips and lessons. 😊

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Table of Contents - Maltese Course - 0 to A1

• Course Presentation

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Introduction to Maltese Language

• Maltese Alphabet
• Basic Maltese Phrases

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Everyday Vocabulary

• Colors
• Numbers
• Days of the Week
• Months of the Year

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Basic Sentence Structure

• Subject-Verb-Object Order
• Negation
• Questions

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Nouns and Pronouns

• Gender and Plurals
• Personal Pronouns
• Possessive Pronouns
• Demonstrative Pronouns

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Verbs

• Regular Verbs
• Irregular Verbs
• Past Tense
• Future Tense

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Adjectives and Adverbs

• Adjectives
• Comparatives and Superlatives
• Adverbs

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Food and Drinks

• Fruits and Vegetables
• Meat, Fish, and Dairy
• Beverages

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Family and Relationships

• Family Members
• Relationships

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Hobbies and Leisure

• Sports
• Entertainment

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Maltese History and Traditions

• Historical Events
• Festivals and Celebrations

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Maltese Cuisine

• Traditional Dishes
• Eating Out

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Travel and Tourism

• Popular Destinations
• Travel Tips

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