Welcome to Ramadan English Phrases Series By Waxkabaro Academy
Maanta waa maalintii afar iyo tobnaad! Today, we discuss the exceptions in Islam for those who are unable to fast due to travel or health reasons.
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1. Since I am traveling a long distance today, I am exempted from fasting.
Somali Meaning: Maadaama aan maanta safrayo masaafo dheer, waa la iga dhaafay soonka.
Vocabulary:
- “Exempted“: Laga dhaafay (Being excused from a rule or duty).
- “Long distance“: Masaafo dheer.
2. I am feeling quite unwell, so I will have to make up this fast at a later date.
Somali Meaning: Waxaan dareemayaa caafimaad darro (bukaan), markaa waa inaan soonkan gudaa maalin kale.
Vocabulary:
- “Unwell“: Caafimaad darro / Bukid (Not feeling healthy).
- “Make up“: Gidid (To do something later because you couldn’t do it now).
3. Pregnant women and those with chronic illnesses are not required to fast.
Somali Meaning: Haweenka uurka leh iyo dadka qaba xanuunada raaga loogama baahna inay soomaan.
Vocabulary:
- “Chronic illnesses“: Xanuunada raaga (Long-lasting health conditions).
- “Not required“: Loogama baahna (Optional or not mandatory in their case).
Day 14: Ramadan Series Quiz 📝 Do The Test
Test your understanding of the lesson.
1. What does it mean to be “exempted” from something?
2. If you need to “make up” a fast, what are you going to do?
3. What is the Somali meaning of “Unwell”?
4. What does “Chronic illness” refer to?
5. What is the English term for “Masaafo dheer”?