This is my EIGHTH attempt to get this video right and the sound is STILL a little out of sync. But it's close enough. After hours and hours, I'm done.
Here's the link to the post I'm reading. Enjoy!
Friday, July 22, 2011
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Hi Jai,
Well, better me than you pronouncing all those words. Something tells me I might have to be very careful with the ummm....pronunciation of at least one word.
Heck, I'm confused enough as it is with trying to figure out the English language :) Anyway, Jai, another fascinating and informative video and congrats on your sheer determination to get it right.
Take care and have a most peaceful and positive weekend.
With respect and a jar of Marmite, your way, Gary.
this is so interesting, you are so cute, and very beautiful. this vlog really is a great idea and most suitable for you. i kinda like to try it, but i know better:)
i enjoyed this so, jai. you are an excellent teacher.no student will dare turn away even though you are on video!
having moved more'n 1,000 miles recently, am still in unpacking stage... no idea where speakers are... once installed on my computer, will listen to all your posts....
Oh wow, these pronunciations are really interesting -- and difficult for me. I cannot say the "r" to save my life. (Due to the lack of rolled r's in my first language.) But the story is so interesting! :)
Hi Jai...looking lovely. Some of these words can be real tongue twisters even for us Indians. :)
Believe you me. I did try my best with 'mantra' but it still came out with the English 't', which is more explosive. The better way to do it, though, was with the Spanish "t". Is the second "a" in 'Karna' obscured? It sounded as if the emphasis was on the 'kar' and then it faded out. By the way, I noticed that the 'sh' sound is more like an extended 's'. Am I right? Then, I have been mispronouncing Krishna all my life.
I'm loving these lessons. Keep'em coming! :-)
Greetings from London.
Have you ever considered working on language cds? It's a thought. Your voice and pronunciation is very clear. Cooler still, a Mahabharat language cd complete with the entire story. LOL I'd buy it!
Klahanie, being careful is always important with the Sanskrit language! And don't worry about being confused with the English language. Everyone is.
Oh, and instead of marmite can you send me a jar of nutella? I'm not too into marmite.
Jai
Oceangirl, thank you! I hope that people can learn a little of how to pronounce the names from this series.
Jai
Laughingwolf, I moved two months ago and I'm STILL unpacking so I totally know what you're going through. Hope you get everything sorted out without too much stress.
Jai
Emy Shin, the rolling 'r's are difficult for most people. Sanskrit has many sounds and pronounciations that are not found in other languages because they utilise all of the parts of your mouth. Sanskrit has four different 't's, four different 'd's, three different 's' sounds, and several different 'r's.
One linguist once said that if you know one language you will find other languages difficult but if you know Sanskrit you will be able to speak almost any language in the world with ease.
Jai
Rachna, yeah there are tongue twisters for us all! That's what makes it fun.
Jai
Hey Cuban, you've made me think that I need to do a little explanation of vowels in the next video.
In Sanskrit, where there is no specific vowel given to accompany a consonant, a short 'a' is put in. But if it's at the end of a word, especially a name, then that short 'a' isn't enunciated. So the spelling of 'Karna' is correct but you wouldn't emphasise the 'a' at the end.
Also, Krishna does have a 'sh' sound. Maybe I didn't pronounce it as clearly as I should. I'll do that in the next video. Sanskrit has several different 's' sounds so it's important to get it right.
Jai
Victoria, I have considered it, yes. ll have to think some more about it. Thanks!
Jai
thx jai... heatwave continues, tho no longer record-breaking, i hope!
Laughingwolf, this heatwave is relentless. It's been over 100 for weeks on end where I am.
Jai
Great Vlog! I have always pronounced the word Mantra wrong. Now I know.
I agree with Victoria, you should record some books on tape or something. Your voice is gorgeous! Once again, I learned a thing or two about what I would have pronounced totally wrong...
Hi Jai. Thanks for popping by and saying hello. I've missed a lot of your series by being away. I'll have a lot of catching up to do. Thanks for the hours you put in to make the video. Hard to show pronunciation otherwise!
Those dictionary symbols never do it for me.
Denise
Nice work on the pronunciation Jai. I'm watching the Mahabharata series all over again right now and the timing of your video feels just right.
Best,
Suma.
And with your rich voice, the names sound so beautiful!
These heroines are dealing with some pretty heavy things!
You are the perfect person to vlog.
Clarissa, I'm glad to help!
Jai
Lydia, when I have the capital, I'll record Follow the Cowherd Boy as an audio book. I've been meaning to do it for years.
Jai
L'Aussie, the hours were worth it if you got something out of it. Thanks!
Jai
Suma, thanks! I watch a mahabharat episode on youtube every now and then to refuel and it's always a pleasure. They put so much passion into it that's clear to see in every scene.
Jai
Diane, the names are beautiful. Sanskrit is just a beautiful language.
Jai
Theresa, there's no end to the heaviness for the women in the Mahabharat!
Thanks!
Jai
As L'Aussie said, it's much easier to listen to someone speaking a word than reading a dictionary--thanks for the vlog! This is a great series. :)
the out of sync audio is surprisingly disconcerting.
Thank you anyway.
That was a lot of work Jai. Thanks for the efforts you've put into this series.
..........dhole
Golden Eagle, I agree that there's nothing more efficient than first hand experience to learn something. Just the theory, as in the dictionary, is not enough.
Jai
Al, I know, I'm sorry! I tried really hard but I'm just not techy enough I'm afraid.
Jai
Donna, I'm trying my best. Thanks!
Jai
So cool to see/hear how the names are pronounced. I like that you held up the written name too so we can visualise it.
aha! found my speakers...
enjoying your readings, as always :)
It sounds so easy when you pronounce them! But I say it wrong! I shall practice.
Thank you.
LOVE!
Lynda, yeah, I thought it would help to see the names while hearing how they sound.
Jai
Laughingwolf, you moved way faster than I would have! Good for you.
And thanks, glad you enjoyed the vlog.
Jai
tywo, practice is key! Have fun.
Jai
Just stopping by to say hi. HI!
Theresa, thanks for stopping by. I appreciate it!
Jai
Just read your profile, I'd love to know where to get hold of the book "Follow the Cowherd Boy." Assuming it's about Krishna :)) Wonderful stuff :)
Braja, you can get 'Follow the Cowherd Boy' of amazon.com and other book websites. Google it and you can get a pretty cheap copy.
And yes, it's about what you think it's about. *wink*
Jai
Jai, I left a comment, but it was snatched by Google 'you better update your account by adding a phone number' bot.
I said, You are a great pronouncer. I'd never be able to learn to pronounce sanskrit by simply reading it. So thanks for taking the time to help us learn.
And, I am having a limerick cotest over on my blog. It promises to be a lot of fun so don't forget to come by and submit yours.
Elizabeth, thanks for letting me know! I just stopped by and gave you my attempt for the competition.
Jai
Checking in again. What are you going to do next?
Theresa, thanks for checking in! I'm finally back on the internet and will hopefully be able to continue my series as well as bring a few new things to you guys.
Jai
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