Course overview
By studying Punjabi Level 2, you will be able to understand general and detailed information and to communicate in standard speech on a range of everyday issues, be able to read printed and handwritten script on a limited number of everyday topics, be able to write simple texts using descriptive language accurately and have developed intercultural competence.
What does this course cover?
Topics may typically include:
- Festivals: Vaisakhi
- Punjabi - Poetry
- Punjabi - Music
- Permission
- Folk culture; music & dance
- The Punjabi Diaspora
- Useful phrases
Functions may typically include:
- Talking about Vaisakhi
- Understanding Punjabi poetry and music
- Understanding song lyrics
- Seeking and giving permission
- Talking about folk dances of Punjab
- Talking about migration stories
- Discussing experiences of Punjabi diaspora
- Using everyday phrases of choice
Grammar may typically include:
- Relative-Correlatives
- Subjunctive particle ਵੇ (ve)
- Uses of ਲੱਗਣਾ (lagnhaa)
- Oblique infinitives with ਦੇਣਾ (dena)
- Future continuous tense
- Idiomatic sentences
- Uses of ਹੈ ਗਾ / ਸੀ ਗਾ (hai ga/si ga)
What will I achieve?
When Punjabi Level 2 is complete, you will achieve the equivalent of A1/A2 level of the CEFR, level 1 of the RQF, equivalent of GCSE/ O-level grade A.
*The above is an indication of content that may be covered over the duration of the course but it could vary depending on the level and progress of students in the class.