Let's Talk About the Weather in Somali!
Let's Talk About the Weather in Somali!
Lesson duration is: 60 minItems in this lesson
Let's Talk About the Weather in Somali!
What do you already know about talking about the weather in Somali?
Learning Objective
At the end of the lesson you will be able to ask and answer questions about the weather in Somali, using simple sentences in a conversation.
Review: Weather Words in Somali
Let’s quickly remember the Somali words for weather that you learned last week. Can you say them? (e.g. roob - rain, dabayl - wind, qorrax - sun, baraf - snow)
Starting a Weather Conversation
To ask about the weather, say: Maanta waa sidee hawadu? (What is the weather like today?)
Describing the Weather
You can answer: Maanta hawadu waa roob iyo dabayl. (The weather is rainy and windy today.)
Do I Need an Umbrella?
To ask if you need something for the weather, say: Miyaan u baahnahay dallad? (Do I need an umbrella?)
Answer: No, You Don’t Need It
Reply: Maya uma baahnid dallad. (No, you do not need an umbrella.)
Role Play Practice: Parent & Child
Swap roles! Now be the parent and answer your child’s questions about the weather.
Child's Turn
Pretend you are the child. Ask your parent about today’s weather and if you need any items.
Parent's Turn
Worksheet Time!
Complete the worksheet about weather words and conversations. Practise with a family member at home.
Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.
Write down 2 things you want to know more about.
Ask 1 question about something you haven't quite understood yet.
