turjun
To translate in Somali is turjun.
The verb turjun means to change spoken words or written text from one language to another.
Meaning: to change spoken words or written text from one language to another (verb)
How does it change in a sentence?
The noun form representing the act of translating is turjumid. If you wish to express that someone is currently in the process of translating, you can use the continuous present form turjumayaa.
Did you know?
- The Somali word turjun can be used to describe the act of translating a dream or a spiritual omen into a tangible meaning.
- The word Af in Af-Soomaaliga means 'mouth', illustrating that the Somali language is conceptualized as something spoken rather than just a system of writing.
- The word turjumaan for 'translator' is a loanword from Arabic, reflecting the historical influence of Islamic scholarship and trade on the Somali language.
Examples in context
- Ma ii turjun kartaa?Can you translate for me?
- Ma turjun kartaa qoraalkan?Can you translate this text?
Example conversation
Abdirashid asks Nimco for help with a letter.
- AbdirashidNimco, ma ii turjun kartaa qoraalkan?Nimco, can you translate this text for me?
- NimcoHaa, diyaar ayaan u ahay.Yes, I am ready.
- AbdirashidMahadsanid, aad baad u caawisay.Thank you, you helped a lot.
- NimcoAdaa mudan, Abdirashid.You're welcome, Abdirashid.
