Kurukh Basic Pronoun and Basic Sentence

Introduction

Language is a bridge that connects cultures, histories, and people. Today, we delve into Kurukh, a Dravidian language spoken by the Oraon tribe in India. This guide provides an English-Kurukh translation list to help you explore the beauty of Kurukh. Whether you're a linguist, a traveler, or simply curious, these translations will offer a fascinating glimpse into this unique language.

Basic Pronouns and Common Verbs

Understanding basic pronouns and common verbs is the first step in any language journey. Here are some essential English to Kurukh translations:

English	Kurukh
I	Yen
He	Aas
She	Aad
You	Nin
It	Id
A	Wond
Come	Barna
Came	Barbos (he)/ barho (she)/ barwor (plural)
Will come	Barbos
Open	Kolana
Opened	Kolos/kolo
Will open	Kolos
Sit	Ukkana
Walk	Kana
Rice	Mandi
Drink	Unna
Go	Kana
Run	Bungana

Useful Phrases

Learning useful phrases can significantly enhance your communication skills in Kurukh. Here are some common sentences translated from English to Kurukh:

English	Kurukh
He is eating an apple.	Aas sev mukha lagadas
He ate an apple.	Aas sev mukhas.
I saw the film last week.	Yen bitarka hafta filim irka rahaachakan.
She came by bus yesterday.	Aad chero basturu varchaki rahchaa.
They went to the temple.	Abdar mandil kekar
He slept the whole night.	Aas bhaeermakha khandrash.
He wrote well in the examination.	Aas pariksha dav tudiyas.
He has eaten.	Aas undas
He had eaten.	Aas undka rahchas.
He had gone.	Aas chaeel kerka rahchas.
He had come.	Aas warchaka rahchas.
He will eat.	Aas undas.
He will go.	Aas kalos.
He will come.	Aas bar aos.
What is your name?	Ninghai name indra tali?
What did you do?	Nin yender nanjakay?
What should I do?	Yen yender nanon?
What can I do?	Yen yender nana yungdan?
What are the questions?	Yender menta tali?
What were the questions?	Yender menta rahcha?
What is the last question?	Aakhari minta indra rahcha?
What is written in the letter?	Chitti nu indra tudka rahi?
What you had been told?	Ningan yender bachaka rahcha?
What will be the answer?	Utara yender mano?
Why did you come?	Nin yenderge barchakay?
Why did you sleep?	Nin yender ge khandarkay?
Why did you tell him to go?	Nin aasin yinderege kala bachkay?
Why did he bring the bag?	Aas jhola yender ge undras?
Why did she pay the money?	Aas bhiba yender ge chichash?
Why did they sit there?	Aas aasan yender ge ukka rahchas?
Why do you drive the car?	Nin kaar yender ge chala aadaya?
Why did they come late for the meeting?	Aar baithakan deriti inder ge baychar?
How did you come?	Nin yakka se barchkay?
How did you sleep?	Nin yaka se khandarkay?
How did you drive the car?	Nin kaar yaka se chala bachkay?
How did you write?	Nin yeka se tudakay?
How many apples are there in my hand?	Ingahay hakka nu ye bage sev rahi?
How many did you take?	Nin ye bage hochakay?
How much did he pay you?	Aas ningaa ye bage diba chichas?
How much distance to go?	Aur ye gechha kana rahi?
How was the journey yesterday?	Chero hi safar yeka se rahchas?
Which way did you come?	Nin yeka dahare ti barchakay?
Which is your favourite colour?	Ninghay pasand gahi rang yekada tali?
In which room did you sleep?	Nin yeka kuthari nu khandarkay?
Which story did you tell?	Nin yek khiri tinkay?
Which is the sweetest fruit?	Hurmi ti bagge tinna hal indra tati?
Which is the best newspaper in Hindi?	Hindi nu hurmi ti dau akhabare yekada tali?
Which Indian state has the largest population?	Bharat raji gahi yekada raje nu hurmi ti bage jansankhya rahi?
Where are you coming from?	Nin yeste ki barha laday?
Where did you sleep?	Nin yasan khandarkay?
Where is the manager’s cabin?	Manageras gahi okana yekasan rahi?
Where should I go?	Ingan yekasan kana sahi?
Is it a book?	Indara idan pothi tali?
Yes, it is a book.	Ha, idan pothi tali.
Is it the answer?	Indara idan jabab tali?
Yes, it is the answer.	Ha, idan jabab tali.
Will you come with me?	Indara nin ingay gane barhoch?
I shall come with you.	In ningahay gane kalon?
Will you give me your pen?	Indara nin ingaa ningahay kalam chioay?
Yes, of course.	Ha, ekdam.
Do you love me?	Indra nin ingay lola nandray?
Yes, I love you.	Ha, yen lola nandray
No, I don’t love you.	Mala, yen ningan lola manandana.
Can you give me your pen?	Indra nin ingahay kalam chiaa tungahay?
Can you lift the box?	Indra nin baksan chodaha aongay?
Can you write the exam?	Indra nin pariksha duda ungday?
Did you have lunch?	Indra nin lohadi tamandi ondaikay?
How are you?	Nin eka se rahday?
I am fine.	Yen kode rahdan.

Learning Kurukh opens up new avenues of understanding and appreciation for the rich cultural heritage of the Oraon tribe. These translations serve as a starting point for anyone interested in this beautiful language. By familiarizing yourself with these common words and phrases, you can deepen your connection to the Kurukh-speaking community and gain a more profound appreciation for their linguistic and cultural contributions.