For this week, we focused on expanding the vocabulary surrounding weather. I learned how to describe the weather outside in different ways instead of just saying it is warm or that it is cold in Urdu. I learned how to say the following expressions and terms in Urdu to explain to someone how to prepare for the weather. The exercises that Zaka and I went through in order to expand my vocabulary on the weather was I would describe the weather to him in Urdu and based on my description he would advise what we should do to prepare for the weather. We would then switch and Zaka would give a description of the weather and I would advise him on how to prepare for the weather. By doing this exercise, I can comfortably communicate about the weather with a native speaker in Urdu and advise them on what to wear and what to watch out for when stepping outside. We also worked on how we could adjust the temperature inside the house. During this exercise, I also expanded my vocabulary for clothing. We integrated the different manners of formality in these statements as well. For example, if Zaka was formal and said “aap,” I would have to use a similar manner in responding to him. There are also some words that are said in English because English is also identified as one of the official languages of Pakistan. Below is a list of conversations Zaka and I had in Urdu.
Put on your jacket, it is freezing outside (Aapni Jacket panlo, bahar bohoth tand hori hai)
It is very sunny outside, you can wear sandals outside. (Bahar bohoth garmi hori hai, tum chapal panlo.
It is a little too warm in here, can you open a window. (Idar tori si garmi hori hai, aap khirkho kolai.
It is hailing outside, watch out for it. (Bahar llelabadi hori hai, dekh kar chal na)
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