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Dzongkha Sherpa Dictionary

Dzongkha Sherpa Dictionary
Dzongkha Sherpa Dictionary
Developer: Bede Products
Price: Free

Dzongkha Sherpa Dictionary (also with romanisations) travel dictionary to translate Sherpa to Dzongkha displaying a list of words in Dzongkha or romanised Dzongkha. The dictionary also translates from Dzongkha to Sherpa. Copying a word from the translated list for a reverse translation can be used to find synonyms and to understand the broader use of the Dzongkha word in the Sherpa language. Although the Sherpa Dzongkha dictionary does not provide definitions or examples, the use of the translation software in this way provides you with a mechanism to better understand Dzongkha words in the Sherpa context without the need for definitions. 15K references.
Learning games help to build vocabulary, using flashcard, multiple choice, spelling and word matching.
Play the classic Hangman game.
The word to guess is represented by a row of dashes, giving the number of letters. If the suggested letter occurs in the word, it is displayed in the correct position. If the suggested letter does not occur in the word, one element of the man it drawn. The game is over when the word is complete, or the hanged man is fully drawn.
View the history of words used in the games and click on the list to show synonyms.
Ideal for travelers, business people or students.
May require paid TTS voices

FAQ

Q. How quick are the dictionary searches
A. This app takes up a small amount of space on your device and is very quick

Q. Are there definitions in the dictionary
A. No, but if you touch on any of the found words synonyms are displayed helping to show its use in a broader context

Q. How do I play the flashcard learning game
A. Select the language for the head word and select the matching word from the list below and select Submit.

Q. I am a more advanced learner can I play a harder set of words
A. Yes, tick the Advanced box to play against the full dictionary or untick to play against the 1500 words needed for high school

Q. Can I type an answer for the head word intead of having multiple choices, for the flashcard game
A. Yes, this is for more advanced learners. Untick the Multiple Choice box, type your answer and select Submit.

Q. How do I play the Word Match game
A. Select New, then touch the head word in the left column and it’s matching word in the right column. Its colour will change. Repeat this for all words and then select Submit to check the answers

Q. Can I use the Word Match game as a revision aid or word of the day
A. Yes, select Revise to see the left and right words in matching order

Q. Can I see synonyms in the word games
A. Yes, touch any word in the game, after you have submitted your answer, to see synonyms and the broader meanings for each word.

Q. Can I see a list of words that have been used in the games
A. Yes, select Review History from the main menu

Q. Can I see synonyms in the History
A. Yes, touch any word in the history list to display synoyms

Q. Can I clear the game history
A. Yes, use a long touch on the list of word to be prompted to clear the history

Dzongkha Sherpa Phrasebook

Useful Dzongkha to Sherpa phrases

Kay lo gadem chi ya shi ?
– Lo cho lepki ?
Ku zuk zang po la
– Tashi Deleg
Chhoe gi ming ga chi mo?
– Khyoro min kang hin
Nga gi ming …. in
– Nye min …. hin.
Gaday bay zhui?
– Thangbu ?
Nga nau may
– Tsei nenok
Nga dto khe chi
– Lhowa lasung.
Chhoe gatey lay mo?
– Kanisu pheu ?
Nga … lay inn
– Nga …. surhau
Ah tsi due ki bay sung nang
– Kole kyani sisa.
Nga mi she
– ngala chhe rang me.
ing
– Lase
men
– min
Tsen mo de lek
– dzimjya nanggu !
Ku che
– tholo shyak
Ka drin che la
– thuche
Nga lu nang
– thakur
Atsi zur nang
– thuk jye jik
Gadem chi mo?
– cho yin?
…. ga tey in na?
– … keni hin?
Nga gi che lu ga
– nga khyorla ga longe nok
Chu tsay ga tey chi ya si ga?
– Cho baje kyasung ?