Feelings

1. Ani gammadeera.

   I am happy.

   Usage

   The basic way to state how you feel; the same form for men and women.

   Grammar Note

   ani = I, gammadeera = (I) am glad (from gammaduu, to be glad). Ani can be dropped. This sentence is composed from verified words with regular grammar; it is not copied from a source sentence. A native check is advisable.

2. Ani dadhabeera.

   I am tired.

   Usage

   After a long ride or walk, a reason to ask for a rest.

   Grammar Note

   dadhabeera = (I) am tired (from dadhabuu, to get tired). This sentence is composed from verified words with regular grammar; it is not copied from a source sentence. A native check is advisable.

3. Nan sodaadhe.

   I am scared.

   Usage

   Use to say you feel unsafe, before asking for help.

   Grammar Note

   nan marks the first person, sodaadhe = was frightened (from sodaachuu). The past form expresses the feeling. This sentence is composed from verified words with regular grammar; it is not copied from a source sentence. A native check is advisable.

4. Ani gaddeera.

   I am sad.

   Usage

   States sadness and can also be used to show sympathy.

   Grammar Note

   gaddeera = (I) am sad (from gadduu; the noun is gadda). This sentence is composed from verified words with regular grammar; it is not copied from a source sentence. A native check is advisable.

5. Ani aareera.

   I am angry.

   Usage

   A strong statement; try calm discussion first.

   Grammar Note

   aareera = (I) am angry (from aaruu). Few dictionary examples exist; a native check is advisable. This sentence is composed from verified words with regular grammar; it is not copied from a source sentence. A native check is advisable.

6. Ani si jaalladha.

   I love you.

   Usage

   Only for someone close; addressed to one person.

   Grammar Note

   si = you (object), jaalladha = (I) love. For several people use isin. This sentence is composed from verified words with regular grammar; it is not copied from a source sentence. A native check is advisable.

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