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Introduction[edit | edit source]

Welcome to the lesson on Basic Greetings in South Azerbaijani! In this lesson, we will learn the most common greetings used in South Azerbaijani, such as hello, goodbye, and how are you. Greetings are important in any language as they help us establish connections and show respect to others. By the end of this lesson, you will be able to confidently greet and introduce yourself in South Azerbaijani.

Greetings in South Azerbaijani[edit | edit source]

Let's start by learning some basic greetings in South Azerbaijani. These greetings will help you initiate conversations and make a positive impression on native speakers. Pay attention to the pronunciation and practice speaking aloud to improve your language skills.

Hello[edit | edit source]

The most common way to say hello in South Azerbaijani is "Salam". It's a simple and widely used greeting that can be used in both formal and informal situations. Here are a few examples:

South Azerbaijani	Pronunciation	English Translation
Salam	[sɑˈlɑm]	Hello
Salamələyküm	[sɑˈlɑməlɑjˈkym]	Hello (formal)
Sən necəsən?	[sæn nəˈd͡ʒæsən]	How are you?
Necəsiniz?	[nəˈd͡ʒæsiniz]	How are you? (formal)

It is customary to respond to a greeting with another greeting. You can reply with the same greeting or use "Salam" again. For example:

- A: Salam - B: Salam

Goodbye[edit | edit source]

When it's time to say goodbye, you can use the phrase "Hərəkətənizə sağ olun". It translates to "Goodbye" or "Take care" in English. Here are a few examples:

South Azerbaijani	Pronunciation	English Translation
Hərəkətənizə sağ olun	[hæˌrækəˈtənizə sæˈɣoluːn]	Goodbye
Güle güle	[ɡyˈlɛ ɡyˈlɛ]	Goodbye (informal)
Sağ salamat get	[sæɣ sælæˌmæt ɡæt]	Go in peace
Allah hər kəsinə sağlıq versin	[ɑˈlɑ hæɾ kæsiˈnɛ sæˈɣlɯq vɛɾˈsin]	May God keep everyone healthy

How are you?[edit | edit source]

To ask someone how they are in South Azerbaijani, you can use the phrase "Sən necəsən?" for informal situations and "Necəsiniz?" for formal situations. Here are a few examples:

South Azerbaijani	Pronunciation	English Translation
Sən necəsən?	[sæn nəˈd͡ʒæsən]	How are you?
Necəsiniz?	[nəˈd͡ʒæsiniz]	How are you? (formal)
Yaxşıyam	[jɑxˈʃɯjɑm]	I'm good
Çox yaxşıyam, sağ ol	[t͡ʃoχ jɑxˈʃɯjɑm sæˈɣ ol]	I'm very good, thank you
Pisəm	[pɪˈsəm]	I'm not well

Remember to ask about the other person's well-being after greeting them. It shows that you care and are interested in their welfare.

Cultural Insights[edit | edit source]

In South Azerbaijan, greetings play an important role in daily interactions. The culture values politeness and respect, and greetings are seen as a way to show these qualities. When greeting someone, it is customary to shake hands, especially in formal settings. In more casual situations, people may exchange hugs or cheek kisses.

It's also important to note that South Azerbaijani is a Turkic language and shares similarities with other Turkic languages spoken in the region. However, due to historical and cultural influences, there may be variations in greetings and their usage. For example, the greeting "Salamələyküm" is influenced by the Arabic language and is used in more formal situations.

In addition to greetings, it's common to inquire about one's health or well-being when meeting someone. This reflects the culture's emphasis on caring for others and maintaining social connections. It is considered polite to ask "Necəsiniz?" or "Sən necəsən?", and responding with a positive answer is generally expected.

Practice Exercises[edit | edit source]

Now it's time to practice what you've learned! Below are some exercises to help you reinforce your understanding of basic greetings in South Azerbaijani. Try to answer the questions or complete the tasks to the best of your ability. Solutions and explanations will be provided afterward.

1. Fill in the blank with the appropriate greeting: - A: ___________ - B: Salam

2. Translate the following greeting into South Azerbaijani: - Hello, how are you?

3. Match the South Azerbaijani greeting with its English translation: - Salamələyküm - Güle güle - Sən necəsən? - How are you? - Goodbye - Hello (formal)

4. Respond to the following greeting in South Azerbaijani: - A: Salam - B: ___________

Solutions[edit | edit source]

1. Fill in the blank with the appropriate greeting: - A: Salam - B: Salam

2. Translate the following greeting into South Azerbaijani: - Hello, how are you? = Salam, sən necəsən?

3. Match the South Azerbaijani greeting with its English translation: - Salamələyküm = Hello (formal) - Güle güle = Goodbye - Sən necəsən? = How are you? - How are you? = Necəsiniz? - Goodbye = Güle güle - Hello (formal) = Salamələyküm

4. Respond to the following greeting in South Azerbaijani: - A: Salam - B: Salam

Congratulations on completing the exercises! You now have a solid understanding of basic greetings in South Azerbaijani.

Table of Contents - South Azerbaijani Course - 0 to A1[edit source]

Course Presentation

Greetings and Introductions

Basic Sentence Structure

Numbers and Time

Pronouns and Nouns

Family and Relationships

Adjectives and Adverbs

Food and Dining

Verbs and Tenses

Travel and Transportation

South Azerbaijani Culture

Sources[edit | edit source]

South-azerbaijani Vocabulary - Food

Other Lessons[edit | edit source]

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-South Azerbaijani is one of the languages spoken in Azerbaijan, Iran, and Turkey. Learning South Azerbaijani can be challenging but rewarding. If you are a complete beginner, you will need to start with basic greetings and introductions. In this lesson, we will explore the most common South Azerbaijani greetings, such as hello, goodbye, and how are you.
+== Introduction ==
-== Hello ==
+Welcome to the lesson on Basic Greetings in South Azerbaijani! In this lesson, we will learn the most common greetings used in South Azerbaijani, such as hello, goodbye, and how are you. Greetings are important in any language as they help us establish connections and show respect to others. By the end of this lesson, you will be able to confidently greet and introduce yourself in South Azerbaijani.
-In South Azerbaijani, there are different ways to say hello, depending on the time of the day and the level of formality. Here are some of the most common South Azerbaijani greetings:
+== Greetings in South Azerbaijani ==
+Let's start by learning some basic greetings in South Azerbaijani. These greetings will help you initiate conversations and make a positive impression on native speakers. Pay attention to the pronunciation and practice speaking aloud to improve your language skills.
+=== Hello ===
+The most common way to say hello in South Azerbaijani is "Salam". It's a simple and widely used greeting that can be used in both formal and informal situations. Here are a few examples:
 {| class="wikitable"
-! South Azerbaijani !! Pronunciation !! English
+! South Azerbaijani !! Pronunciation !! English Translation
-|-
-| سلام || salam || Hello (formal/informal)
 |-
-| صبح بخير || sabah baxır || Good morning
+| Salam || [sɑˈlɑm] || Hello
 |-
-| عصر بخير || esr baxır || Good afternoon/evening
+| Salamələyküm || [sɑˈlɑməlɑjˈkym] || Hello (formal)
 |-
-| خوش آمدین || xoş amedin || Welcome (formal)
+| Sən necəsən? || [sæn nəˈd͡ʒæsən] || How are you?
 |-
-| خوش آمدی || xoş amedi || Welcome (informal)
+| Necəsiniz? || [nəˈd͡ʒæsiniz] || How are you? (formal)
 |}
-Note that when greeting someone formally, you should use the more formal "salam", "xoş amedin" instead of "xoş amedi".
+It is customary to respond to a greeting with another greeting. You can reply with the same greeting or use "Salam" again. For example:
+- A: Salam
+- B: Salam
-== Goodbye ==
+=== Goodbye ===
-Saying goodbye is also an essential part of communication. In South Azerbaijani, there are different ways to express farewell, depending on the situation. Here are some common South Azerbaijani goodbyes:
+When it's time to say goodbye, you can use the phrase "Hərəkətənizə sağ olun". It translates to "Goodbye" or "Take care" in English. Here are a few examples:
 {| class="wikitable"
-! South Azerbaijani !! Pronunciation !! English
+! South Azerbaijani !! Pronunciation !! English Translation
+|-
+| Hərəkətənizə sağ olun || [hæˌrækəˈtənizə sæˈɣoluːn] || Goodbye
 |-
-| خداحافظ || Xudahafiz || Goodbye (formal/informal)
+| Güle güle || [ɡyˈlɛ ɡyˈlɛ] || Goodbye (informal)
 |-
-| به سلامت || be salamat || Stay safe
+| Sağ salamat get || [sæɣ sælæˌmæt ɡæt] || Go in peace
 |-
-| با خدا || ba xudaa || Bye (informal)
+| Allah hər kəsinə sağlıq versin || [ɑˈlɑ hæɾ kæsiˈnɛ sæˈɣlɯq vɛɾˈsin] || May God keep everyone healthy
 |}
-It's worth noting that "Xudahafiz" is a formal and traditional farewell expression that means "May God protect you".
+=== How are you? ===
-== How are you? ==
-In South Azerbaijani, people often ask "Necəsən?" (pronounced "naj-sen") to enquire about someone's well-being. Here are some possible responses:
+To ask someone how they are in South Azerbaijani, you can use the phrase "Sən necəsən?" for informal situations and "Necəsiniz?" for formal situations. Here are a few examples:
 {| class="wikitable"
-! South Azerbaijani !! Pronunciation !! English
+! South Azerbaijani !! Pronunciation !! English Translation
 |-
-| ساگولسن || sağolsan || I'm fine (informal)
+| Sən necəsən? || [sæn nəˈd͡ʒæsən] || How are you?
 |-
-| خوبم || Xub-e-m || I'm good (formal)
+| Necəsiniz? || [nəˈd͡ʒæsiniz] || How are you? (formal)
 |-
-| یاشاسین || yaşasın || Long may you live (informal)
+| Yaxşıyam || [jɑxˈʃɯjɑm] || I'm good
+|-
+| Çox yaxşıyam, sağ ol || [t͡ʃoχ jɑxˈʃɯjɑm sæˈɣ ol] || I'm very good, thank you
+|-
+| Pisəm || [pɪˈsəm] || I'm not well
 |}
-Keep in mind that "yaşasın" is a response that mainly used among friends, while "Xub-e-m" is a more formal response.
+Remember to ask about the other person's well-being after greeting them. It shows that you care and are interested in their welfare.
-== Summary ==
+== Cultural Insights ==
-In this lesson, we have learned some of the basic South Azerbaijani greetings. Remember to use "salam" or "xoş amedin" for formal greetings, "Xudahafiz" for goodbye, and "necəsən?" to ask someone how they are. Practicing these phrases can help you communicate better in everyday situations. In the next lesson, we will learn how to introduce yourself and others.
+In South Azerbaijan, greetings play an important role in daily interactions. The culture values politeness and respect, and greetings are seen as a way to show these qualities. When greeting someone, it is customary to shake hands, especially in formal settings. In more casual situations, people may exchange hugs or cheek kisses.
+It's also important to note that South Azerbaijani is a Turkic language and shares similarities with other Turkic languages spoken in the region. However, due to historical and cultural influences, there may be variations in greetings and their usage. For example, the greeting "Salamələyküm" is influenced by the Arabic language and is used in more formal situations.
+In addition to greetings, it's common to inquire about one's health or well-being when meeting someone. This reflects the culture's emphasis on caring for others and maintaining social connections. It is considered polite to ask "Necəsiniz?" or "Sən necəsən?", and responding with a positive answer is generally expected.
+== Practice Exercises ==
+Now it's time to practice what you've learned! Below are some exercises to help you reinforce your understanding of basic greetings in South Azerbaijani. Try to answer the questions or complete the tasks to the best of your ability. Solutions and explanations will be provided afterward.
+. Fill in the blank with the appropriate greeting:
+- A: ___________
+- B: Salam
+. Translate the following greeting into South Azerbaijani:
+- Hello, how are you?
+. Match the South Azerbaijani greeting with its English translation:
+- Salamələyküm
+- Güle güle
+- Sən necəsən?
+- How are you?
+- Goodbye
+- Hello (formal)
+. Respond to the following greeting in South Azerbaijani:
+- A: Salam
+- B: ___________
+== Solutions ==
+. Fill in the blank with the appropriate greeting:
+- A: Salam
+- B: Salam
+. Translate the following greeting into South Azerbaijani:
+- Hello, how are you? = Salam, sən necəsən?
+. Match the South Azerbaijani greeting with its English translation:
+- Salamələyküm = Hello (formal)
+- Güle güle = Goodbye
+- Sən necəsən? = How are you?
+- How are you? = Necəsiniz?
+- Goodbye = Güle güle
+- Hello (formal) = Salamələyküm
+. Respond to the following greeting in South Azerbaijani:
+- A: Salam
+- B: Salam
+Congratulations on completing the exercises! You now have a solid understanding of basic greetings in South Azerbaijani.
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