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:...

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...

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!! ---...

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...

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!! ---...

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:...

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...

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...

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...

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 [email protected] or 651-508-9493. Thanks! --- Support this podcast:...

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...

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...

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:...

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...

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...

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

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 =...

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...

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...

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...