Learn Somali Language Podcast

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 🤣. For some Somali women, the word "naaya" is offensive. Although it's quite normal in some parts of Somalia, particularly the north, it's somehow seen as belittling women. For men, waryaa is hey. Calling adults waryaa will come out as impolite and disrespectful, thus it's best to address teenagers as waryaa instead. Say "adeer," "just adeero," or "abbti," which means "uncle," to grownups. Thank you for listening, and I hope you enjoy this episode! Stay Tuned! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/learnsomalilanguage/support

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

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

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 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

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

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

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

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