Sm’algyax Lesson – Colours
Welcome to this lesson, where you’ll be learning some common colours in Sm’algyax. Take some time to practice memorizing the Sm’algyax colours. The videos below will guide you with the correct pronunciation, so be sure to review them.
Understanding colours is key for describing the world around us. Let’s dive in and begin!
Colours in Sm’algyax
| English | Sm’algyax |
|---|---|
| White | mooksk |
| Black | t’u’utsk |
| Red | mask |
| Blue | gwisgwaask |
| Yellow | xs’yaana̱ ḵ’a̱lmoos |
| Green | mełiitk |
| Grey | g̱ayaak |
| Brown | log̱a̱loop |
| Orange | xsksida̱t’ooxs |
| Purple | xsyaana t’u’utsk |
Videos
These videos feature Ben Spencer, a local fluent Sm’algax speaker.
Colours