Language/Galician/Vocabulary/Relationships
Relationships
In this lesson, you will learn the vocabulary related to relationships in Galician. Relationships are an essential part of our lives, and it is necessary to know the words to describe them. Understanding the words for friend, boyfriend, and girlfriend will be helpful in communicating in Galician society. Learning these words can also be a great way to meet new people and make new friends.
Friends and Acquaintances
Friends are important people in our lives. They are people we can rely on, confide in, and have fun with. In Galician, there are several words used to describe them:
| Galician | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| camiñante | [kamiˈɲante] | hiker, walker |
| amigo, amiga | [aˈmiɣo, aˈmiɣa] | friend (male, female) |
| coñecido, coñecida | [koˈɲeθido, koˈɲeθida] | acquaintance (male, female) |
It is also important to know some phrases that can be used when talking with friends:
- ¿Cómo estás? - How are you?
- ¿Qué tal? - What's up?
- ¿Has venido solo/a? - Have you come alone?
- ¿Quieres salir conmigo? - Do you want to go out with me?
Boyfriend and Girlfriend
When you enter into a romantic relationship, it is essential to know how to describe your partner. In Galician, you can use the following words:
| Galician | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| namorado, namorada | [na.mo.ɾaðo, na.mo.ɾaða] | boyfriend, girlfriend |
Here are some phrases that can be used when talking about your significant other:
- Es mi novio/novia. - He/She is my boyfriend/girlfriend.
- Estamos saliendo juntos. - We are seeing each other.
- Le quiero mucho. - I love him/her very much.
- Estamos comprometidos para casarnos. - We are engaged to be married.
Conclusion
Relationships are an essential part of our lives, and it is necessary to know the vocabulary related to them. Learning the words and phrases related to friends, boyfriends, and girlfriends will help you communicate more effectively in a Galician-speaking society. Use the words and phrases learned in this lesson to meet new people, make new friends, and improve your Galician speaking skills.