benefit
faa'iido
something that helps you or gives you an advantage
EXAMPLE: One benefit of exercising every day is that you will have more energy!
commitment
ballanqaad
a promise or decision to do something
EXAMPLE: The football players made a commitment to lift weights 3 days a week.
form a bond
xariir sameyn
to develop a strong relationship with someone
EXAMPLE: She holds her baby and looks into his eyes many times throughout the day. This helps them form a close bond.
(phrasal verb) hang out
waqti is dhaafin
to spend time with someone
EXAMPLE: Let's hang out on Saturday!
at your own pace
xawaarahaaga
You decide how fast or slow you do something.
EXAMPLE: I like jogging by myself. That way I can go at my own pace.
athlete
orodyahan
someone who is very good at a sports and competes with others
EXAMPLE: My daughter is on the basketball team, the ski team, and the swim team at school. She is quite an athlete!
back up a claim
keydinta dalabka
to give evidence that proves your point
EXAMPLE: I don't agree with your opinion. You need to explain why you believe that. You need to back up your claim.
demand
ku adkeysasho
to require
EXAMPLE: Being on that sports team demands a lot of time. You have to practice with your teammates 5 days a week.
encourage
dhiirigelin
to make someone more likely to do something
EXAMPLE: My parents believe that education is very important. They encouraged me to go to college and get a degree.
(phrasal verb) let down
hoos u dhigid
to disappoint
EXAMPLE: The boy wanted to go skiing. His mom said yes. Then she changed her mind and said no. She let him down.
perform
fulin
to do a job or a piece of work
EXAMPLE: Athletes perform better after they have some time to rest.
specific
gaar ah
used to refer to a particular thing and not something general
EXAMPLE: I don't have much time. What is the specific reason that you want to go to the store? Please hurry.
work towards
u shaqeeya dhanka
to try to achieve a goal
EXAMPLE: Everyone on the team is working towards the same goal: They all want to improve their skills and win the game!