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Discovering Somali Language Foundations: Embrace Bilingualism and Cultural Insights

This course offers an engaging introduction to the Somali language, focusing on reading, writing, and speaking skills for English speakers. Research shows that bilingualism enhances cognitive abilities, builds community connections, and provides a richer worldview, regardless of age. In this first lesson, we will cover essential vowel sounds, highlight the advantages of being bilingual, and delve into the rich history of Somalia, including references to ancient landmarks. Join us to expand your language skills and cultural understanding!

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Discovering Somali Language Foundations: Embrace Bilingualism and Cultural Insights

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  1. Lesson 1: The Vowels ANCHOR I: SOMALI LANGUAGE FOUNDATIONS

  2. First: 4 big advantages for bilinguals • Scientists said being bilingual makes you smarter. • It profoundly affects your brain, improving cognitive skills and shielding against dementia in old age. (New York Times, March 17, 2012): • Both old and young benefit it; doesn’t matter when you have learned it.. (York University Research, 2011). • A whole new window opens for you expanding your sense of belongings, community and social circles and world view.

  3. Purpose: • The purpose of this course is to teach how to read and write and speak the Somali language. • It is specifically designed for English language speakers.

  4. Lesson 1: The Vowels

  5. B) More Words: Read clearly the long and short vowels:

  6. C) Culture Capsule1: Somalia is an old country!….. • About 3500 years ago, Hatshepsut,the queen of Egypt used to call Somalia Puntland (land of Incenses). • Sometimes she called it the Land of ancestors. Today, a whole region of Somalia calls itself Puntland.

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