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Revision as of 22:37, 2 April 2023
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Daily routine is an essential aspect of our lives. In this lesson, you will learn vocabulary related to daily activities in Hausa. At the end of this lesson, you will be able to describe your daily routine in Hausa. Let's get started!
Basic Terms
Before we delve into specific vocabulary, let's learn some basic terms that will be used throughout this lesson.
- In Hausa, the word for 'day' is 'rana'.
- 'Morning' is 'safe', 'afternoon' is 'azahar' and 'evening' is 'rashin'.
Now, we can move onto the vocabulary related to specific activities.
Sleeping
Getting enough rest is crucial for our health and well-being. Here is some vocabulary that will come in handy when discussing sleep in Hausa.
| Hausa | Pronunciation | English Translation |
|---|---|---|
| Saboda gudu | sa-boh-dah goo-doo | to wake up early |
| Batutu | bah-too-too | to sleep |
| Kujera | koo-jeh-ra | to wake up |
| Sauyawa | sah-oo-yah-wah | to nap |
| Zama | zah-mah | to lie down |
| Zazzabi | zah-zzah-bee | pillow |
| Aljanna | al-jah-nah | blanket |
Example sentences:
- Na kujera a 6 na dare. (I wake up at 6 am.)
- Zan so ku gaya saboda gudu. (I want you to wake up early.)
- Mahaifin na ke batutu a asuba. (My spouse sleeps in the morning.)
Eating
Food is an integral part of any culture. Here are some vocabulary words to use when discussing eating in Hausa.
| Hausa | Pronunciation | English Translation |
|---|---|---|
| Zaran | zah-rahn | breakfast |
| Cham | chahm | lunch |
| Sanda | sahn-dah | dinner |
| Sanya | sahn-yah | to cook |
| Ganye | gah-nyeh | to eat |
| Tarbiyya | tar-bee-yah | to feed |
| Dandali | dahn-dahlee | plate |
| Mai | mah-ee | water |
Example sentences:
- Ya sanye miya saurin zaran. (She cooked water for breakfast.)
- Ban sanya ganye a yau. (I haven't eaten today.)
- Ka tarbiyya yara da cham tare da hanyoyin da muji. (You feed the children lunch with the vegetables we bought.)
Drinking
Hydration is essential for a healthy life. Here is some vocabulary to use when discussing drinking in Hausa.
| Hausa | Pronunciation | English Translation |
|---|---|---|
| Miya | mee-yah | water |
| Gari | gah-ree | milk |
| Kanan namiji | kah-nan nah-mee-jee | cup of tea |
| Sharafa | sha-rah-fah | bottle |
| Lemu | lay-moo | lemon |
| Kuskure | koo-skoo-reh | ice |
| Dinga | deen-gah | straw |
Example sentences:
- Na koya miya cikin sharafa. (I pour water into the bottle.)
- Muna yin kuskure a karamar horo. (We make ice in the freezer.)
- Suka kawo gari da lemun kuma sun mayar da shi. (They brought milk and lemon and mixed them together.)
Conclusion
In this lesson, you have learned vocabulary related to everyday activities in Hausa. You now know how to express your daily routine in Hausa. Keep practicing and expanding your vocabulary!
Other Lessons
- Colors
- Introducing Yourself
- Months of the Year
- Asking Directions
- Bargaining Phrases
- Basic Phrases in Hausa
- Shopping Vocabulary
- Weather
- Pronouns in Hausa
Sources
- Hausa Vocabulary → Numbers and Time → Telling Time
- Hausa - Introduction, Location, Language, Folklore, Religion, Major ...
- Travel vocabulary in Hausa and English - Learn Entry
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