Table of contentsLEARN ACHOLI15 / 20

Intermediate · 70 minutes

School, learning, and work

Discuss education, occupations, skills, schedules, and goals.

By the end of this chapter

  1. Talk about school and work
  2. Explain responsibilities
  3. Discuss future goals
SPEAK

Acholi language in this chapter

Study the Acholi first, then read across for the meaning. Say every line aloud and use it in a complete exchange.

School and occupations

gang kwanschool
bukbook
kalampen
lapwonyteacher
lapurfarmer
ladwocodriver
lacwer baocarpenter
Itiyo tic ango?What work do you do?
Abedo lapwony.I am a teacher.
Itiyo kwene?Where do you work?

Source: Peace Corps Acholi Language Manual. Short selections are organized here for study; use the full manual for audio-linked drills, grammar notes, and extended dialogues.

15.1

Inside the classroom

Learn language for teachers, students, subjects, books, assignments, questions, and learning preferences.

Practice

Describe your school day or a course you completed.

15.2

Work and opportunity

Describe what people do, the skills they use, and what they hope to accomplish rather than memorizing job titles alone.

Practice

Interview someone and summarize three work responsibilities.

Learn with care

These spellings follow the Peace Corps Acholi Language Manual. Pronunciation, spelling, and usage can vary by speaker and region, so confirm public-facing language with fluent Acholi speakers.

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