Dhivehi Language Day is a special day celebrated on April 14th in the Maldives. It is all about enjoying and learning more about the Dhivehi language, which is the main language people speak there. On this day, kids and adults take part in fun activities like storytelling, writing competitions, and plays in Dhivehi. Schools and communities come together to remember how important it is to keep their language and culture alive. It's like a big party for the Dhivehi language, helping everyone feel proud of their words and stories that make them unique.
How to celebrate Dhivehi Language Day?
Start the day by reading a Dhivehi storybook or poem with your friends or family. Try writing a short poem or story in Dhivehi. Play a fun game where you try to use as many new Dhivehi words as possible. You could even make Dhivehi word flashcards! Sing a song in Dhivehi and dance along. Watch a cartoon or movie in Dhivehi to practice listening. At dinner, cook a traditional Maldivian meal and talk about how tasty the food is, all in Dhivehi. Finally, share your favorite part of the day in Dhivehi before going to bed.
Where Dhivehi Language Day is celebrated?
- - Maldives