Significado
Expressing joy.
Contexto cultural
Armenians are very expressive with their joy. At a 'Khorovats' (BBQ) party, you will hear 'Urakh em' many times as people toast to each other's health. In the Diaspora (USA, France, etc.), 'Urakh em' is often one of the few phrases heritage speakers retain, used to connect with their roots during community events. In Armenian business culture, showing that you are 'urakh' (pleased) with a deal is important for building 'vstahutyun' (trust). A host in Armenia will always say they are 'urakh' to see you, even if you arrive unannounced. It is part of the 'hyurasirutyun' (hospitality) code.
Add 'Shat'
If you want to sound more enthusiastic, always add 'shat' (very). Armenians love emphasis!
The 'KH' sound
Don't pronounce 'kh' as 'k'. It should be breathy and from the back of the throat.
Significado
Expressing joy.
Add 'Shat'
If you want to sound more enthusiastic, always add 'shat' (very). Armenians love emphasis!
The 'KH' sound
Don't pronounce 'kh' as 'k'. It should be breathy and from the back of the throat.
Introductions
When meeting someone, say 'Urakh em' with a firm handshake and eye contact. It's very important in Armenian culture.
Responding to 'How are you?'
Even if you are just 'okay,' saying 'Urakh em' can set a positive tone for the conversation.
Ponte a prueba
Fill in the correct form of the auxiliary verb 'em'.
Ես շատ ուրախ ____:
For 'Ես' (I), the correct form is 'եմ'.
Which phrase is used when meeting someone for the first time?
Meeting a new friend:
This is the standard polite greeting for introductions.
Match the situation to the response.
Your friend tells you they passed their exam.
You use 'for you' (qez hamar) to show you share their joy.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Ինչպե՞ս ես: B: Լավ եմ, շնորհակալություն: Այսօր իմ ծննդյան օրն է, ես շատ ____ ____:
Since it's their birthday and they said 'Lav em' (I'm well), 'urakh em' is the logical choice.
🎉 Puntuación: /4
Ayudas visuales
When to say it
Events
- • Weddings
- • Birthdays
- • Holidays
Banco de ejercicios
4 ejerciciosԵս շատ ուրախ ____:
For 'Ես' (I), the correct form is 'եմ'.
Meeting a new friend:
This is the standard polite greeting for introductions.
Your friend tells you they passed their exam.
You use 'for you' (qez hamar) to show you share their joy.
A: Ինչպե՞ս ես: B: Լավ եմ, շնորհակալություն: Այսօր իմ ծննդյան օրն է, ես շատ ____ ____:
Since it's their birthday and they said 'Lav em' (I'm well), 'urakh em' is the logical choice.
🎉 Puntuación: /4
Preguntas frecuentes
10 preguntasIt is neutral. You can use it with your boss or your best friend.
Yes, it is the perfect translation for 'I'm glad.'
In Western Armenian, it is often spelled and pronounced 'Ourakh em,' but the meaning is the same.
Say 'Ուրախ չեմ' (Urakh chem).
No, use 'Hamov e' (It is tasty) or 'Sirum em' (I like it).
Yes, it's a very common lyric in Armenian pop and folk music.
Yes, that means 'I am happy for you.'
It means 'happy and cheerful,' usually describing a person's nature.
No, 'Urakh em' already implies 'I' because of the 'em.'
Young people might say 'Haves em' (I'm in a good mood/vibe).
Frases relacionadas
Շատ ուրախ եմ
specialized formI am very happy
Ուրախալի է
similarIt is joyful / It is good news
Հպարտ եմ
similarI am proud
Գոհ եմ
contrastI am satisfied
Զվարթ եմ
synonymI am cheerful
