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    Learning Urdu for Spanish Speakers

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    • Introduction to Urdu
      • 1.1Importance of Urdu language
      • 1.2Connection between Urdu, Hindi and other South Asian languages
      • 1.3Basic Urdu alphabets and their pronunciation
      • 1.4Greetings, introductions and basic Urdu phrases
    • Personal Information
      • 2.1Urdu vocabulary for personal details
      • 2.2Asking and answering about personal details
      • 2.3Forming sentences and questions about personal details
    • Everyday conversation
      • 3.1Conversation starters
      • 3.2Talk about interests and hobbies
      • 3.3Talking about time and schedule
    • Food and Culture
      • 4.1Learn about popular Pakistani food
      • 4.2Ordering food in Urdu
      • 4.3Pakistani cultural norms related to food and dining
    • Travel and Transportation
      • 5.1Vocabulary related to travel and transportation
      • 5.2Navigations and directions in Urdu
      • 5.3Asking for and giving directions
    • Shopping
      • 6.1Shopping vocabulary
      • 6.2Shopping conversations
      • 6.3Negotiation and bargaining in Urdu
    • Work and Profession
      • 7.1Discussing work and profession
      • 7.2Vocabulary related to different professions
      • 7.3Work-related conversations
    • Health and Wellness
      • 8.1Vocabulary related to health and wellness
      • 8.2Conversations regarding health issues
      • 8.3Medical terms and common ailments
    • Public Services and Institutions
      • 9.1Vocabulary related to public services
      • 9.2Conversations with public institutions
      • 9.3Important public signs and instructions
    • Dealing with Emergencies
      • 10.1Vocabulary for emergencies
      • 10.2Common emergency phrases
      • 10.3Understanding urgency in a conversation
    • Idiomatic Expressions
      • 11.1Learn common Urdu idioms and proverbs
      • 11.2Use of idioms in everyday conversation
    • Dialects of Urdu
      • 12.1Introduction to major regional Urdu Dialects
      • 12.2Differences in vocabulary and pronunciation
    • Recap and Practice
      • 13.1Revising key conversation topics
      • 13.2Practicing conversational Urdu scenarios

    Travel and Transportation

    Asking for and Giving Directions in Urdu

    Indo-Aryan language spoken in South Asia

    Indo-Aryan language spoken in South Asia.

    Navigating through a new city or country can be a daunting task, especially when you're not familiar with the local language. This unit focuses on equipping you with the necessary phrases and vocabulary to ask for and give directions in Urdu.

    Asking for Directions

    When you're lost or unsure about where to go, the first step is to ask someone for directions. Here are some phrases that you can use:

    • "Mujhe [place] jana hai. Kya aap mujhe rasta bata sakte hain?" (I want to go to [place]. Can you tell me the way?)
    • "Kya aap mujhe bata sakte hain ki [place] kaise jau?" (Can you tell me how to get to [place]?)
    • "Mujhe [place] tak ka rasta nahi pata. Kya aap meri madad kar sakte hain?" (I don't know the way to [place]. Can you help me?)

    Giving Directions

    When someone asks you for directions, it's important to give clear and concise instructions. Here are some phrases that you can use:

    • "Seedha jaiye." (Go straight.)
    • "Dahine mud jaiye." (Turn right.)
    • "Bayen mud jaiye." (Turn left.)
    • "[Place] aapke samne hoga." ([Place] will be in front of you.)
    • "[Place] aapke dahine/bayen hoga." ([Place] will be on your right/left.)

    Using Landmarks

    Landmarks are often used to give directions. They can be buildings, parks, or any notable feature. Here are some phrases that you can use:

    • "[Landmark] ke samne dahine/bayen mud jaiye." (Turn right/left in front of [landmark].)
    • "[Landmark] ke baad seedha jaiye." (Go straight after [landmark].)
    • "[Landmark] ke samne [place] hoga." ([Place] will be in front of [landmark].)

    Practice

    To become comfortable with these phrases, it's important to practice them in different scenarios. You can role-play with a partner, use language learning apps, or practice with native Urdu speakers. Remember, practice makes perfect!

    By the end of this unit, you should be able to confidently ask for and give directions in Urdu. This will not only help you navigate through Urdu-speaking regions but also immerse you in the language and culture.

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