Praktisch · Kapitel 13
Dhivehi Language Guide
Dhivehi is a fascinating Indo-Aryan language with its own alphabet (Thaana), written from right to left. On the Maldives, English is spoken everywhere in tourism, but a few words of Dhivehi open hearts and bring a smile to every face.
4 Abschnitte in diesem Kapitel
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Basics & Important Phrases
Dhivehi sounds exotic and melodic to European ears — a mix of Sinhala, Arabic, and Hindi. The pronunciation is not easy…
2
Practical Words & Phrases
Food & Drink German Dhivehi Pronunciation Water Fen Fen Fish Mas Mas Food Kana Ka-na Rice Bat Bat Coconut Kurumba Ku-ru…
3
Numbers & Useful Expressions
Numbers Number Dhivehi Pronunciation 1 Ekeh E-ke 2 Dheyh De 3 Thineh Ti-ne 4 Hathare Ha-ta-re 5 Faheh Fa-he 6 Hayeh Ha-…
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Understanding Place Names
Dhivehi Syllables in Place Names Knowing the meaning of the most common syllables allows you to "read" Maldivian place…
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