Language/North-azerbaijani/Vocabulary/Introducing-Yourself
Introducing yourself in a foreign language can be intimidating, but it is an important step towards making new connections and communicating effectively with others. In this lesson, we will learn how to introduce ourselves, ask someone's name, and give our name in North Azerbaijani.
Basic Phrases
Before diving into introductions, let's first review some basic phrases that will be useful in many situations. Here are some common phrases in North Azerbaijani:
| North Azerbaijani | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| Salam! | [sɑlɑm] | Hello! |
| Xoş gəldin! | [xoʃ ɡældin] | Welcome! |
| Sağ ol! | [sæɣ ol] | Thank you! |
| Sən necəsən? | [sæn nɛdʒəsæn] | How are you? |
| Yaxşıyam, sağ ol! | [jæxʃɯjæm sæɣ ol] | I am fine, thank you! |
| İşlərin necə gedir? | [iʃlærin nɛdʒə ɡədir] | How is work going? |
| Mən də yaxşıyam, sağ ol! | [mæn də jæxʃɯjæm sæɣ ol] | I am also fine, thank you! |
Introducing Yourself
Now that we have reviewed some basic phrases, let's learn how to introduce ourselves in North Azerbaijani. Here are some phrases that you can use to introduce yourself:
| North Azerbaijani | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| Mən ...-əm. | [mæn ...æm] | I am ... |
| Adım ... . | [ɑdɯm ...] | My name is ... |
To fill in the blanks, simply insert your name or the appropriate pronoun. For example, if my name is John, I would introduce myself as "Mən John-əm" or "Adım John."
Asking for Someone's Name
Now that you know how to introduce yourself, it's important to know how to ask for someone's name in North Azerbaijani. Here are a few ways to do so:
| North Azerbaijani | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| Adınız nədir? | [ɑdɯnɯz nædir] | What is your name? |
| Siz kiminsiniz? | [siz kiminsiniz] | Who are you? |
| Mən sənin adını bilmirəm. | [mæn sənin ædɯnɯ bilmiræm] | I don't know your name. |
Giving Your Name
If someone asks for your name, you can simply reply using the phrase "Mən ...-əm" or "Adım ... ." For example, if someone asks "Adınız nədir?" (What is your name?), you can reply with "Mən John-əm" or "Adım John."
Formal vs. Informal Introductions
In North Azerbaijani, there are different ways to introduce yourself depending on the context and level of formality. For example, in more formal situations, it is appropriate to use the phrase "Mənim adım ..." (My name is ...) rather than "Mən ...-əm" (I am ...). Additionally, when introducing yourself to older people or higher-ranked individuals, it is important to use formal titles such as "xanım" (Mrs.) or "sahib" (Sir). Here are some examples:
| North Azerbaijani | English |
|---|---|
| Mənim adım Leyla. | My name is Leyla. (formal) |
| Sizi tanımaq çox xoş oldu, xanım. | It's very nice to meet you, Mrs. (formal) |
| Salam, mən Aydın-əm. | Hello, I am Aydin. (informal) |
| Salam, Oncuq. | Hello, Oncuq. (informal) |
Conclusion
In this lesson, we have learned how to introduce ourselves, ask for someone's name, and give our name in North Azerbaijani. Remember to practice these phrases regularly to become more comfortable using them in real-life situations. In our next lesson, we will learn about the North Azerbaijani alphabet and pronunciation. Stay tuned!