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Introduction

Welcome to the "Complete 0 to A1 Sindhi Course"! In this lesson, we will be introducing you to the Sindhi Alphabet. The Sindhi Alphabet is the writing system used to write Sindhi, one of the major languages spoken in Pakistan and India. Sindhi language is rich in culture and history, and we will be incorporating interesting facts and cultural information throughout this lesson.

Learning the Sindhi Alphabet is the first step in mastering the language. In this lesson, you'll learn the 52 letters of the Sindhi Alphabet, their pronunciations, and how to write them. We'll also provide you with practice exercises to reinforce your learning.

The Sindhi Alphabet

The Sindhi Alphabet has 52 letters, and it's written from left to right. In Sindhi, the letters are called "akshar." The 52 letters include 39 consonants, 10 vowels, and 3 symbols. The Sindhi Alphabet is written in the Arabic script with additional letters and symbols to represent the sounds of the Sindhi language.

The Consonants

The Sindhi Alphabet has 39 consonants, and they are pronounced in the same way as they are written. Here's a table with the Sindhi consonants, their pronunciation, and English equivalent:

Sindhi	Pronunciation	English
ا	a	a
ب	b	b
پ	p	p
ت	t	t
ٽ	ṭ	t
ڏ	ḍ	d
ڌ	ḍ̄	d
ج	j	j
ڄ	j́	j
ح	h	h
خ	kh	kh
د	d	d
ڊ	ḍ̌	d
ر	r	r
ڙ	ṛ	r
ز	z	z
ڍ	ḍh	d
ڏھ	ḍ́h	d
زٴ	ź	z
س	s	s
ش	sh	sh
ص	s̱	s
ض	ẕ	z
ط	ṭ̱	t
ظ	ẕ̱	z
ع	`	' (glottal stop)
غ	gh	gh
ف	f	f
ق	q	q
ڪ	k	k
گ	g	g
ڱ	ṅ	n
ل	l	l
م	m	m
ن	n	n
و	o	w
ه	h	h
ھ	ẖ	h
ء	'	' (glottal stop)

Take your time to learn and practice the Sindhi consonants until you feel comfortable with the pronunciation.

The Vowels

The Sindhi Alphabet has 10 vowels. Here's a table with the Sindhi vowels, their pronunciation, and English equivalent:

Sindhi	Pronunciation	English
ا	a	a
آ	ā	aa
و	o	o (long)
ؤ	ū	u (long)
ي	i	i
ى	ī	i (long)
وٗ	ō	o
يٗ	ē	e
ئٰ	ə	a (short)
۽	ai	ai

The Sindhi vowels are written as diacritical marks above or below the consonants to which they belong. The vowel diacritics can be difficult to recognize in words. Therefore, it's crucial to practice the vowels along with the consonants until you develop a sense for them.

The Symbols

The Sindhi Alphabet has 3 symbols, which are used to represent specific sounds in Sindhi:

1. The hamza (ء) is used to represent a glottal stop and is pronounced like a quick pause.

2. The madd (ٓ) is used to indicate a long vowel sound.

3. The alif leni (ٰ) is used to indicate the fusion of two vowels into one sound.

Writing Sindhi Alphabet

Writing in Sindhi requires practice and patience, but once you get the hang of it, it becomes much more comfortable. When writing in Sindhi, it's essential to follow the correct stroke order to ensure that the letters look uniform and legible. We recommend that you practice writing the Sindhi Alphabet daily. You can use lined paper to ensure that your letters are of uniform height and width.

Conclusion

Now that you've learned the Sindhi Alphabet, it's time to practice recognizing and writing the letters. In the next lesson on "Introduction to Sindhi Script," we'll learn about Sindhi basic consonants and vowels. Keep practicing, and remember that regular practice is the key to mastering the Sindhi language!

Table of Contents - Sindhi Course - 0 to A1

• Course Presentation

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Introduction to Sindhi Script

• Sindhi Alphabet
• Basic Consonants and Vowels

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Everyday Vocabulary

• Greetings and Introductions
• Numbers and Counting
• Days of the Week and Months
• Colors and Shapes
• Food and Beverages

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Basic Grammar Concepts

• Nouns and Pronouns
• Adjectives and Adverbs
• Verbs and Tenses
• Prepositions and Conjunctions

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Everyday Situations

• At Home
• At Work
• At School
• Shopping
• Travel and Transportation

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More Grammar Concepts

• Question Formation
• Negation
• Imperatives
• Comparatives and Superlatives
• Expressing Possession

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Culture and Traditions

• Festivals and Celebrations
• Traditional Clothing
• Music and Dance
• Cuisine
• History and Landmarks

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Advanced Grammar Concepts

• Conditional Sentences
• Passive Voice
• Subjunctive Mood
• Relative Clauses
• Reported Speech

Other Lessons

• Pronouns
• Verbs and Tenses
• Basic Consonants and Vowels
• Relative Clauses
• Conditional Mood
• Adjectives
• Prepositions and Conjunctions
• Subjunctive Mood
• Expressing Possession
• How to Use Have

Sources

• Sindhi language - Wikipedia
• ernest trumpp - grammar sindhi language - AbeBooks

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