Welcome to Ramadan English Phrases Series By Waxkabaro Academy
Maanta waa maalintii lix iyo tobnaad! Today, we focus on the importance of guarding our tongues and ensuring our speech remains kind and purposeful during the fast.
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1. Fasting is not just about staying away from food; it’s also about guarding our tongue.
Somali Meaning: Soonku kaliya maaha inaad cuntada ka fogaato; waa sidoo kale inaad carrabkaaga ilaaliso.
Vocabulary:
- staying away From : ka fogaanyo
- “Guarding“: Ilaalin (Protecting or controlling something).
2. I am trying my best to avoid gossip and backbiting while I am fasting.
Somali Meaning: Waxaan ku dadaalayaa inaan iska ilaaliyo xanta iyo hilib-cunista (qof maqan in laga hadlo) inta aan soomanahay.
Vocabulary:
- “Gossip“: Xan (Talking about the private lives of others).
- “Backbiting“: qof ceebihiisa aad ka shekeyso (Speaking ill of someone who is not present).
3. If you have nothing good to say, it is better to remain silent.
Somali Meaning: Haddii aadan hayn wax wanaagsan oo aad tiraahdo, waxaa fiican inaad aamusnaato.
Vocabulary:
- “Remain silent“: Aamusnaan (Staying quiet).
- “Better to“: Waxaa fiican in.
Day 16: Ramadan Series Quiz 📝 Do The Test
Test your understanding of the lesson.
1. What does “guarding our tongue” mean in this lesson?
2. What is the Somali meaning of “Gossip”?
3. What is “backbiting”?
4. What does it mean to “remain silent”?
5. Which word refers to “Carrabka”?