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    • May 28, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
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    2- Must-Know Somali Proverbs

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2025 4:55


    Learn what these Somali proverbs mean “All camels were once two year old” and “One drinks enough water from one's own palms” mean.Teaching patience, growth and self-reliance. Note: I just realized I mispronounced “Cup” saying Cope

    Appreciating Little Things

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2025 3:06


    In this episode, I took a different approach. True happiness doesn't come from acquiring wealth, but from appreciating the simple things in life. At LSLP, we don't just teach you Somali—we also share valuable life lessons to help you grow, find happiness, and become successful.Thank you for listening and until next time, take care!!

    Nimaan dhididin ma dhargo - No pain, no gain

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2025 1:53


    In this episode, we explore the Somali saying - Nimaan dhididin ma dhargo - He who does not sweat, does not get full or satisfied. Learn how this phrase reflects Somali values of hard work and perseverance.Thank you for listening. Until next time, take care!!

    Somali Saying - Af jooga looma adeego

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2025 2:52


    ​In this episode, we learn a Somali saying: "Af Jooga Looma Adeego," which means "He who is present should not expect to be served or spoken for." Essentially, it conveys the message that "No one will do it for you." This saying emphasizes the importance of self-advocacy and personal responsibility. Thank you for listening! Until next time, take care!

    Expressing Emotions in Somali

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2025 4:57


    In this episode, we cover five essential phrases to help you express your emotions in Somali​Waan faraxsanahay - I'm happy​Aad baan u faraxsanahay - am really happy.​Waan murogoonaya - I'm sad​Waan xanaaqsanahay - I'm angry​Waan ka xumahay - I'm sorry​Waan wal-walsanahay - I'm worried Thank your for listening. Until next time, take care!!

    Master 5 Must-Know Somali Phrases

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2025 4:44


    In this episode, we learn five useful Somali phrases.Waa caadi meaning it's alright .Dhib maleh - no problem.Waa shaqadaada - it's up to you, it's your jobMaxaa kaa galay - why do you care?Yaan lagu maqlin- don't let anyone heard you.Thank your for listening and until next time, take care!

    Ramadan - 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2025 3:46


    In this special, we explore the meaning the wisdom of Ramadan - a month of fasting, prayer, Qur'an, charity, and reflection - we also learned some words related to Ramadan like Fasting suhur - pre- dawn meal and afur - iftar braking fast.Thank you for listening and til next time, take care!Ramadan Kareem!!!

    Body Parts in Somali

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2025 4:40


    In this episode, we learn body parts in Somali.Timo - hair Madax - headIndho - eyesDhago - ears Faro - fingersWado or qalbi - heartSanbab- lungCalool - stomach Xubinta Taranka - private part - literally the part that grows populationAnd so on.Thank you for listening, till next time, take care!!

    Mastering In-Clause in Somali

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2025 4:21


    In this episode, I explain how the in-clause works in Somali. It similar to how it's used “that” in English. In clause can be used for many things. It could be a helping verb, a clause or it could indicate amount like time or distance.Thank you for listening. Until next time, take care!

    Kartaa vs Kadhaa

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2025 4:07


    In today's episode, we take a closer look at the difference between Kartaa vs Kadhaa while both words mean “able to do something” or simply can, their pronunciation varies by region. Thank you for listening. Until next time, take care!!

    New Somali Words

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2025 7:43


    Today's words,Dhibaato - ProblemRajo - Hope Fursad - Opportunity Raaxo - Comfort Barwaaqo - Prosperity Qadrin - RespectNasiib - fate/luck Thank you for listening until next time, take care!!

    Somali Terms of Endearment

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 27, 2024 2:47


    In this episode, we explore a few Somali terms of endearment. Words like Qaali - precious, Qalbi - my heart, macaan or macaanto or macaane - sweetie or sweetheart indho u roon - pleasing to look at or beautiful eyes, quruxey - my beauty, Quruxow - my handsome, and Shan ka roon - five times better. Thank you for listening and till next time, take care! Stay warm!! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/learnsomalilanguage/support

    Cold Weather

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2024 9:21


    In this episode, Ali and Abdi humorously discussed about dealing with cold weather and playing soccer in winter. Tune in for fun phrase and expressions to talk about the cold weather in Somali Thank you for listening. Until next time, take care!! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/learnsomalilanguage/support

    Section 1.2 - Plan Your Life

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2024 3:02


    In this section, we learned the meaning of Qorsheyn -planning. Qornseynta New word - Qorsho or Qorshe - PlanHadaf - goalHiigsasho - Ambition Nolol - lifeSawir - image or photo Thank you for listening until next time. Take care. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/learnsomalilanguage/support

    Qorshee Nolashaada - Plan Your Life

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2024 3:10


    We've started a book titled - Qorashee Nolashaada - Plan Your Life by Ali Hussein Aden. This book begins with a power saying: Haddii aad ku fashilanto inaad wax qorsheysato, waxaad qorsheysay inaad fashilanto meaning if you fail to plan, you've planned to fail. We will go chapter by chapter and in between we'll have sections about new words. If you have any questions, suggestions or concerns, feel free to reach out to me at khadarosman1441@gmail.comThanks for listening until next time, take care!! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/learnsomalilanguage/support

    Exploring the Somali Poem

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2024 5:35


    In this episode, we explore the Somali poem “Caashaqa iska Ilow "Forget about Lov.e”This beautiful poem talks about the wonders of creation, the natural world, and the constant aspects of human life. We'll break down the poem's imagery, including the sky, rivers, seas, and mountains, and discuss its themes of life, love, and destiny. Join us as we dive into each line to understand the poem's meaning and appreciate its language. Tune in to learn more about Somali poetry and its insights into our world. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/learnsomalilanguage/support

    Somali Vocab

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2024 6:37


    To recap, we learned the following words today:Kalsooni – ConfidenceHogaamin – LeadershipKarti – AbilityIsqadarin – Self-respectTayo – QualityCadaalad – FairnessSoo jiidasho – AttractiveThank your for listening. Until next time, take care!! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/learnsomalilanguage/support

    Raaliya nin helay raga lama sinee

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2024 3:52


    In this episode, we delve into the phrase "Raaliya nin helay raga lama sinee," exploring its cultural significance and linguistic nuances. A man who has found a wife who is caring and understanding, easily satisfied, and submissive in a good way, is not like other men. “Let's Not not forget that a woman who has found a man who's caring and understanding isn't like other women too” thank you for listening. Till next time, take care!! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/learnsomalilanguage/support

    Infinitive Case - Keenid - to bring

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2024 4:58


    In today's episode, I'll introduce you to five new verbs with their infinitive meanings ("to + verb"): Keenid - to bring or bringing Buugaas keen - bring that Cunid - to eat or eating Wax maad cuntay wali? - Have you eaten yet?Akhrin - to read Maxaad arkinaysaa? - What are you reading?Akhri - read Qabo - to catch - Soo qabo kubada - Go catch the ball Jooji - stop - Jooji qaylada - Stop yelling Joogso - stop/stand up Joogso halkaas - Stop right there Thank you for listening, and until next time, take care! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/learnsomalilanguage/support

    Somali Present Tense

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2024 4:16


    In today's episode, we delve into Somali present tense grammar. It's essential for daily conversation, expressing current actions, habits, and truths. Verbs are conjugated with prefixes and suffixes based on singular/plural subjects (1st/2nd/3rd person). For instance, "I eat rice everyday is "Anigu waan cunaa bariis maalin walba. Adigu waxaad cuntaa bariis maalin walba "you eat rice everyday". Iyadu waxay cuntaa bariis maalin walba "she eats rice everyday" Isagu wuxuu cunaa bariis maalin walba "He eats rice everyday" Idinku waxaad cuntaan bariis maalin walba "You all eat rice everyday" Anagu waxaan cunaa bariis maalin walba "we eat rice everyday" Thank you for listening. Until next time, take care!! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/learnsomalilanguage/support

    Words from the previous episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2024 2:33


    In this episode, I recap words from our previous episode like "Koob," meaning both a cup and an award. "Boob" for looting, "Roob" for rain, "Goob" for a place, "Gob" for remarkable, nice and "Gun" for undesirable, bad. If someone say hebel waa gob - it means so and so is good/ generous person - but if they say hebel waa gun-it mean so and so is bad/ stingy . Please ignore the smoke detector beeping, lol Until next time, take care!! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/learnsomalilanguage/support

    Somali Rap

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2024 1:42


    The rapper = Sharmake (aka Sharma Boy) Sharmake in somali means one who does not see evil. Rap Somali waxaan ka wataa koob—I hold an award in Somali rap Kuma korin boob—I wasn't raised through bribery or theft Nolashayda top—My life is at its peak Waxa soo da'ay roob—Rain has poured down Waxaan tagay goob—I arrived at a place Gabdho wada gob—Filled with remarkable women Waan ku dhacay wab—I stumbled upon Waxa kacay dab—A fire ignited Dareenkaygu waa dhab—My emotions are true Dhulka wab—Fallen to the ground Cadawgayga gab—My enemy has fallen Marhoraan ku riday god—I had already laid them to rest Thank you for listening. Till next time, take care!! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/learnsomalilanguage/support

    I'll do my best - Somali Song

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2024 0:49


    Waan dadaali tabar ---> I'll do my best Wed haduu idilin ---> As long as I live Inaan wada dagnoo ---> For us to live together Dugsi kuu noqdoo --- To be a sanctuary for you Diifta kaa ba'shoon ---> To protect you from harm Dusha kugu ritaan ----> To bear you on my shoulders Hadeer doonayaa -----> That's what I want now Imika doonaa ----> I want that now Thank you for listening. Until next time, take care!! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/learnsomalilanguage/support

    Somali Poem - We all need a little motivation

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2024 1:03


    Adoo dhaxal reebi kara Ha noqon dhinte aan latabin Ha noqon ruux dhinac ka raran Dhagtaadu yay noqon mid dhagaysata kali xumaan, Dharaartay kugu xuntahay, Waynaha sacabada u dhigo Ilmada dhabanada ka tiro Dhabarka murugada u rido Dhaxdana himilada u xidho Fulow guul waa dhowdahee Rajadu yay kaa xumaan Leave a legacy that lasts, not a story lost in space, Don't be a forgotten face in life's race. Choose kindness, not just for show, In life's drama, be the hero, not the extra in tow. When troubles knock, call on the divine line, Dry those tears, let your laughter shine. Keep pushing forward, success is on the go, With hope as your guide, you'll steal the show!" Thank your for listening, till next time, Take Care! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/learnsomalilanguage/support

    Somali Phrases

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2024 2:29


    Useful phrases: Beri waa isniin Tomorrow is Monday Shalay waxay aheyd Axad Yesterday was Sunday Beri iskuul baan tagayaa or tagi doonaa insha Allah I'm going to school tomorrow God-willing Maxaad samayn rabtaa? What are you going to do? Waxaan cuni rabaa cunto or just cuno  I'm going to eat food Fadlan aamus, waan seexan rabaa Please be quiet, I'm going to sleep Fadlan albaabka xidh or xir  Please close the door Thank you for listening, till next time, take care!! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/learnsomalilanguage/support

    Somali Accents

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2024 5:11


    In this podcast episode, we cover key Somali phrases and examine the variety of Somali accents. We also discussed the differences in accents between the north's Somaliland and Puntland and the south's Mogadishu and Kismayo. Maxaad qabanaysaa or maxaad samaynaysaa, which means "what are you doing?" Suuli and Musqul refer to bathrooms.Meeday and Away refer to the location of something or someone. Stay tuned more episodes on the way and thank you for listening! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/learnsomalilanguage/support

    Household items

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2024 3:37


    This episode delves into Somali household items: "Miis" (table), "Kursi" (chair), "Shawlad" (stove), "Daah" (curtain), and "Talaajad" (fridge). Each item holds cultural and practical significance, from gathering around the table to preserving food in the fridge --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/learnsomalilanguage/support

    Somali Proverbs/Sayings

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2024 4:35


    In this episode, we embarked on a journey through Somali culture, exploring its wisdom through a collection of insightful proverbs. We began by acknowledging the significant role of women in shaping success, highlighting the proverb "Rag haween ayaa kala hor mariya," which emphasizes the invaluable contributions of women as mothers, wives, and mentors to men's achievements. Transitioning to the theme of exploration and learning, we reflected on the saying "War la qabo xiiso ma leh," which encourages curiosity and the pursuit of knowledge beyond familiar boundaries. Moving on to social etiquette, we discussed the proverb "Aroos lagama raago, lagumana raago," stressing the importance of moderation and respect in attending social gatherings like weddings. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/learnsomalilanguage/support

    Past Tense in Somali

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2024 4:24


    The Somali language has just one past tense, however the English language has three: past tense (sang), present perfect (has sung), and past perfect (had sung). Verb conjugations exist. Simply add the word "ay" to the subject if it is He or I. For example, Isagu wuu arkay walaalkiis means he saw his brother. Anigu waxaan tagay suuqa - I went to the market. However, you would add the verb to "tay" if the subject is she or you, as in iyadu waxay tagtay suuqa, which means "she went to the market." , Adigu waxaad aragtay gaadhi. You saw a car. The verb would take "een" at the end if they is the subject. Iyagu waxay arkeen Bisad, meaning they saw a cat. Thanks for listening and till next time have a wonderful day! Make sure you join our WhatsApp group chat --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/learnsomalilanguage/support

    WhatsApp Group Chat

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2024 1:14


    I have created a WhatsApp Group Chat for us so that we can connect and share our insights and ideas. To join simply click this link https://chat.whatsapp.com/CoCsOH26Y38I0E25HGsfId Thank you for listening! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/learnsomalilanguage/support

    Three new phrases

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2024 2:53


    1. Ma fahmin (I don't understand you) I didn't understand you. Maxaad ka wadaa? Meaning what do you mean? I understand you. I got it! Any questions or feedback would be appreciated! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/learnsomalilanguage/support

    Waryaa and Naayaa

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2023 3:25


    The words "hey" are Waryaa and Naayaa. Though they all mean “hey” you should practice with caution in some situations. You don't wanna say “naaya” to a Somali lady and get slapped

    Directional terms in Somali

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2023 4:27


    Kor - Meaning up/on. Hoos - Down (also shadow). Midig - Right. Bidix - Left. Understanding these terms will certainly come in handy when navigating through conversations that involve giving or receiving directions." If you mistakes, don't worry. I kinda mixed them up as well. I literally made this episode right after I got off work lol. Feel free to contact me at khadarosman1441@gmail.com or 651-508-9493. Thanks! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/learnsomalilanguage/support

    Taalo Vs Joogto

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2023 4:24


    You might have heard someone asking you, "Hooya ma joogtaa?" is mom there? How do you respond without getting stuck? Hooyo ma joogtaa? or Hooyadaa ma joogtaa? "is your mom there? if she isn't there just say, "Hooyo ma joogto" instead of saying "Hooyo ma taalo". Taalo or taalaa or yaalaa is used for non-living things like. Furuhu wuxuu yaala guriga meaning the key is in the house. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/learnsomalilanguage/support

    Has Love Been Blood-Written?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2023 4:46


    Singer: Magool Written by Hadraawi Has love been blood-written? (Jacayl Dhiig ma lagu Qoray) Has love been blood-writtenhas marrow yetbeen poured for ita person peeledthe skin from their back or ribshas expression of thisbeen offered in fleshcut from the cheekshas blood been extractedits colour still reduncoagulatedbeen scooped from the arteriespoured into a milk vesselhave two people offered itone to the otheras they would fresh milkhave they shared it happilytime-separated in spiritin body as by a thorn fencesworn to each otherone morning have twoafter first soaking rainthe damp mist densein an unpeopled placewhere apart from the treesnothing stirredbecome awareof each other's rustledid that true meetingseem a vision to thembrought by love's plightor its miragefrom time to timeas if suddenly wakingout of a dreamdid their speechdesiring utterancepass from a mouthif just a howldid words elude themwas the situation soured by thisdid spots of ceaseless rainemotion's tearsspill from their eyesdid it soak their clothesdid they sweat compassiondisoriented with buta stutter of movementthey were stuckeach time a wordno link with otherslacking substancelimped out alonewas it ten days latertheir tongue and palatefound strength for it --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/learnsomalilanguage/support

    Has Love Ever Been Blood-Written

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2023 8:26


    Has Love Ever Been Blood-Written by Hadraawi? As you may have heard, Hadraawi died a few months ago. May Allah have mercy on him. Hadraawi is the Somali Shakespeare. He has composed thousands of songs and poems that have been liked and admired by Somalis and non-somalis all over the world. He discusses how he composed this song, which was sung by one of Somalia's most popular singers, Halimo Kalif, better known as Magool. Insha Allah, I will play the song and go over the translation in the next episode. Till then, Take care!  Thanks for listening! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/learnsomalilanguage/support

    5 Ways Of Saying I Don't Know in Somali

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2023 2:13


    It's a short yet an interesting episode today. I teach you how to say I don't know in Somali in various ways. It's the way people from different parts of Somalia say it, enabling you to say it with confidence wherever you're without fearing if they will understand you or not. Use these phrases to say I don't know in Somali Magaranayo Ma aqaan/ Ma aqaano Ma kasayo Ma ogi Mooji/Mooyi Once again, thank you for listening. Till next time, take care! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/learnsomalilanguage/support

    Somali Song

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2023 7:36


    We (Somalis) are well recognized for our love for poetry, as you surely already know. And this poem is a typical example of how poetry are turned into songs. Hadraawi, a well-known figure among Somalis, is credited with writing this song. This song is about a woman who wants to convince a man she loves but is told she can't. Songs and poetry are so written to raise awareness of this situation and to encourage people to spend their time with those they love or admire rather than having their feelings rejected or ignored. I also want to point out that when you translate songs or poems from one language to another, the original meaning and sweetness are lost. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/learnsomalilanguage/support

    What to Say to Favors You're unable to Fulfill

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2023 5:17


    We all know that there are a lot of individuals who are constantly asking for favors, and sometimes you can't accommodate everyone. In today's episode , I'm going to teach you several polite ways to politely tell people you can't fulfill their favors in Somali. 1): Waan ka xumahay (Humahay): I'm sorry 2): Hadda ma hayo (wax): I don't have (something) (lacag "la'ag" = money) 3): Wakhti uma hayo: I don't have time for that I  hope you're enjoying the podcast. Stay Tuned: There will be more soon. Thank you for listening, and until then,  take care! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/learnsomalilanguage/support

    I AM SOMALI

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2023 4:21


    Since the poet uses words that are highly appropriate and hardly ever utilized by everyday people, it would be difficult to interpret word for word. Thus, translating the stanzas: lines of the poem as a whole rather than word by word would be simple. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/learnsomalilanguage/support

    Somali Vocab

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2023 6:51


    Dayax = Moon Cadceed/ Qorax = Sun Geed = tree  geedo = trees Dab or Naar = Fire though “naar” is an arabic word, however, we still use it Biyo = Water Flower = Ubax ubaxyo = flowers Dhagax = Stone Dhaxagaan/ Dhagaxyaal = Stones Nin = a man  niman = men or rag = men Hawenay = a woman Haween = women or Dumar = women xaawo ley. Hebel = so and so (masculine) Hebla = so and so (femenine) Xaas = a wife   xaasas= wives aafo= xaas  Gaadhi = car gaadhiyo = cars or gawaadhi Dugsi = school when something is dugsi, it's warm.Dugsiyaal = schools. The term "Dugsi" 'school" is mostly used to describe locations where people go to learn the Holy Qur'an. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/learnsomalilanguage/support

    Without You Mommy

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2023 4:23


    This song was also written by Hadraawi (may Allah have mercy on him).  It's nicely put together, and mothers do deserve uncodnitional love and care. FYI: The song is longer than this. Hooyooy la'aantaa Aduunyadu hubaashii Habeen kama baxdeenoo Iftin lama heleenoo Without you, mommy certainly the world would be in total darkness  There will be no light  Dadku uma hayaameen Xiddig hawd ka lulatoo Sida haad ma fuuleen Dayax heego joogoo Hubka laguma tureen Hawo laguma gaadheen Cirka hirar ka muuqdoo People would have not gone  Above the moon Like birds they wouldn't climb The star lighting up in the sky Wouldn'thave been accomplish by thought Weapon would not be thrown  At the sky waves, Ruux aad hagaysiyo usha mid aad u haysaa hilin toosan weligii, ka habaabi mayee Hooyoy addoomuhu Halkay maanta joogaan Adigow horseedoo Undoubtedly, one guided by your perfect devotion  would never stray from the straight road. Mommy, where the where is today,  Surely have paved the path The number of heroes  you have carried,  held close to you, and fed them is uncountable and incalculable When You give birth to a  warrior,  Oh Mother, when your daring kid amazes and inspires others! You are remembered --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/learnsomalilanguage/support

    Somali Song Vocals Only

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2023 2:00


    I'll be doing Somali Songs' vocals exclusively in the upcoming episodes. Understanding the song's composition is crucial. You may have noticed that one "letter" appeared repeatedly throughout the song, "DH," which functions like the letter "D." It's fascinating to observe how the song was written, in my opinion. Somali love songs have a strong presence in our literature.. Insha'Allah, I'll be doing poems, "vocals" for Somali songs, and other similar material shortly. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/learnsomalilanguage/support

    Mother Tongue

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2023 5:59


    We're focusing on a poem by renowned Somali poet Hadraawi in today's episode. Recently, Hadraawi passed away. May Allah grant him mercy. He was essentially the Somali people's Shakespeare, as I mentioned in the episode I am aware that poems can be challenging since poets must carefully select the words that best describe the situation they are describing. Therefore, don't worry if you stumble over a few words like I did. Dhalashada afkaygiyo Dhigashada fartaydaan Kaga baxay dhibaatoon Hawlihii ku dhaafee, Iyadaa dhaqaalaha Dhidibbada u aastoo Dheelliga u diiddaye, Dhulka wadajirkiisee Iyadaa dhammeesee. Through the fixing of its spelling my language is delivered: my difficulties done with, I'm freed from every hindrance. Settling the orthography's our economy's foundation; it defends against all defects in the oneness of our nation - it underwrites and it defines. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/learnsomalilanguage/support

    Somali Poem

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2023 1:58


    Interested in hearing a Somali poem? Here is a Somali poem. The poet is essentially exhorting everyone to do their best effort. Just Listen; don't worry about understanding everything. Insha'Allah (God willing), I will endeavor to locate and translate some excellent poems for you in the upcoming days. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/learnsomalilanguage/support

    Two New Somali Proverbs

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2023 2:10


    Hello guys, welcome back to the Podcast! In today's episode, I teach you two new Somali Proverbs 1) Ballan darro waa diin darro To not fulfill a promise is the same as not believing in God 2): Ama talo keen ahow ama talo raac ahow Either propose something or agree to what's proposed by others That's all for today. Thank you for listening and have a wonderful day/night! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/learnsomalilanguage/support

    Learn/Speak Somali Language Faster

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2023 5:17


    In this episode, I give you some recommendations on learning Somali Language faster. I'm well aware of the limited resources that come with learning our language, but that shouldn't be an issue. Everything is accessible online because we live in a technological era now. Recommendations go as follows: 1) Start Listening More Before you try speaking any given language, you need to listen to that specific language quite often, enabling you to pronounce words native like. 2) Make use of what you already know. Use any Somali slang, idioms, expressions, or words you already know. Waiting for the ideal time is ineffective. Fear prevents us from attempting new activities. And keep in mind that you will learn more the more errors you make. 3. Instead of just learning words, focus on learning expressions, idioms, proverbs, and slang. Knowing "See tahay" meaning "How are you" is preferable to a random collection of words. That's all for today. Thank you for listening. Until next time, Take Care! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/learnsomalilanguage/support

    Somali Has Two We (s)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2023 3:45


    In the Somali language, there are two we (s). One for exclusivity and the latter for inclusivity. By using these auxiliary verbs, you can both include and exclude someone from the discussion or gathering. Waxaanu (wahaanu) for exclusivity or Waxaynu (Wahaynu) for inclusivity Let's assume, for example, that you want to invite all of your friends to an event. You can say: "Waxaynu akhrin buugan. We are all going to read this book, You can use the phrase "Waxaanu akhrin buugan" to keep some of them out. We'll read this book. Observe how the word "all" is absent from the second. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/learnsomalilanguage/support

    Phrases to Show Your Attentiveness

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2023 5:19


    When someone is speaking to you, they would expect your full attention present. In today's episode, I teach you some of the phrases you can use to show your attentiveness. 1): Haye means "Okay", but it also serves the purpose of demonstrating your interest in hearing what the other person has to say rather than shutting them down. Husband: I want to go to London. Wife: Haye, what will you do in there? Enlengthen us 2): Waan gartay means "Got it, understood" or you can simply just say "gartay" 3): Ku soco means proceed, go head, keep it up 4): Waa arrin fiican means it's a good thing, decision, plan and so on Quote of the day "Bar ama Barro" meaning "Either Teach or Learn" Until next time, take care! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/learnsomalilanguage/support

    Is it Somalians or just Somalis?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2023 2:27


    In this episode, I respond to a recent query on whether to use the term "Somalians " or "Somalis" when referring to Somali people The correct term is simply Somalis because Somali is both our language and nationality. Although saying "Somalians" is grammatically incorrect, doing so wouldn't be harmful. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/learnsomalilanguage/support

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    Asking Questions in Somali

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2023 5:52


    When asking questions, it's crucial to know the interrogative words like what, when, why, how, and where. Therefore, we'll go over those question words in today's episode while also utilizing them in complete sentences. (if it's easy for you to pronoun "h" instead of the "x" in Somali words, feel free to do so) Sidee = how  Maxay = what   why = sabab/maxaad who = kuma (for males) and tuma (for females) where = xagee (Hagee) When = goorma Siday ku dhacday = How did that happen?  Kumaa tahay or tumaa tahay? = Who are you? Maxaan qabtaa or  Maxaan sameeya?  = What should I do?  Maxaad aragtay = What have you seen? Maxaa dhacay = What happened? Take care you guys! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/learnsomalilanguage/support

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