Jieng Lingua

22/09/2026

Download the free Jieng Lingua App today!
And speak and write Dinka with your children, friends, and partner anytime, anywhere

21/07/2026

Welcome to Jieng Lingua Foundation Course – Jieng Greetings 02.

In this lesson, you'll learn "Mathdhou", a common colloquial Jieng greeting used to say "Hi" or "Hey" in informal conversations with friends, family, and people you know well.

This lesson includes:
- Correct pronunciation
- Meaning and usage
- Example phrase
- English translation
- Speaking practice

Whether you're a beginner, reconnecting with your heritage, or interested in South Sudanese languages and culture, this lesson is designed to help you build confidence one phrase at a time.

Today's phrase:
Mathdhou
Hi, Hey

Usage:
Colloquial Greeting

If you enjoyed this lesson, please:
👍 Like
💬 Leave a comment
📌 Subscribe to Jieng Lingua
🔔 Turn on notifications for future lessons

Welcome to Jieng Lingua Foundation Course – Jieng Greetings 02.In ...

19/07/2026

Welcome to Jieng Lingua Foundation Course - Jieng Greetings 01.

In this lesson, you'll learn "Kudual", a formal Jieng greeting and how to use it correctly in everyday conversation.

This lesson includes:
- Correct pronunciation
- Meaning and usage
- Example phrase
- English translation
- Speaking practice

Whether you're a beginner, reconnecting with your heritage, or interested in South Sudanese languages and culture, this lesson is designed to help you build confidence one phrase at a time.

Today's phrase:
Kudual - Formal Greeting

Example:
Kudual, week aca muoth.
Greetings, l greet you all.

If you enjoyed this lesson, please:
👍 Like
💬 Leave a comment
📌 Subscribe to Jieng Lingua
🔔 Turn on notifications for future lessons

Welcome to Jieng Lingua Foundation Course - Jieng Greetings 01.In ...

14/07/2026

Kudual Kuatdie,

I am pleased to share that Gaatku Thuongmuɔnyjang: Modern Jieng Grammar — First Edition is now available as a free PDF for learners, families, teachers, and the wider Jieng community.

This book represents more than twelve (12) years of work, learning, correction, review, and development. It was created to support the reading, writing, teaching, and preservation of Thuongmuɔnyjang / Jieng.

My desire is to give back to our people by making this resource accessible to anyone who wants to learn, teach, study, or strengthen their understanding of Jieng grammar.

You are welcome to download, read, study, and share this PDF for personal learning, family use, classroom learning, and community education.

Free PDF Download:
[https://drive.google.com/file/d/1kvov3_OZZpoyQDsV6JWuqnwGuvHJtSnI/view?usp=share_link]

For those who prefer a physical copy, or who would like to support the continued development of Jieng language resources, the printed hardcopy is available on Amazon:

[https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B0GWHC5MWZ]

Please note: this PDF may not be sold, edited, rebranded, republished, uploaded as someone else’s work, or used commercially without written permission from the author.

If you read the book and find it useful, I kindly ask that you leave an honest review on Amazon. Your review will help other learners discover the book and support future Jieng language resources.

Please download, read, review, and share with others.

Kind regards,
Macuei Y. Yol

Gaatku Thuongmuɔnyjang: The First Comprehensive Jieng Grammar Textbook Gaatku Thuongmuɔnyjang is the first complete and structured grammar textbook dedicated to the Jieng (Dinka) language. Designed for learners, students, and educators, this book provides a clear and systematic approach to under.....

14/07/2026

Kudual Kuatdie,

I am pleased to share that Gaatku Thuongmuɔnyjang: Modern Jieng Grammar — First Edition is now available as a free PDF for learners, families, teachers, and the wider Jieng community.

This book represents more than twelve (12) years of work, learning, correction, review, and development. It was created to support the reading, writing, teaching, and preservation of Thuɔŋjäŋ / Jieng.

My desire is to give back to our people by making this resource accessible to anyone who wants to learn, teach, study, or strengthen their understanding of Jieng grammar.

You are welcome to download, read, study, and share this PDF for personal learning, family use, classroom learning, and community education.

Free PDF Download:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1kvov3_OZZpoyQDsV6JWuqnwGuvHJtSnI/view?usp=share_link

For those who prefer a physical copy, or who would like to support the continued development of Jieng language resources, the printed hardcopy is available on Amazon:

https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B0GWHC5MWZ

Please note: this PDF may not be sold, edited, rebranded, republished, uploaded as someone else’s work, or used commercially without written permission from the author.

If you read the book and find it useful, I kindly ask that you leave an honest review on Amazon. Your review will help other learners discover the book and support future Jieng language resources.

Please download, read, review, and share with others.

Kind regards,
Macuei Y. Yol

Gaatku Thuongmuɔnyjang: The First Comprehensive Jieng Grammar Textbook Gaatku Thuongmuɔnyjang is the first complete and structured grammar textbook dedicated to the Jieng (Dinka) language. Designed for learners, students, and educators, this book provides a clear and systematic approach to under.....

08/07/2026

Happy Independence Day Junubeen!

02/07/2026

🔢 NIMIRAAT JIENG — DAY 10

In Jieng, Thiaar means ten.

Congratulations! You've reached the end of the Jieng Numbers 0–10 series. From Acinic to Thiaar, you've taken the first step towards learning to count in Jieng.

Remember, mastering a language happens one lesson at a time. Every word and every number you learn helps preserve and celebrate the Jieng language for future generations.

💬 Can you now count from 0 to 10 in Jieng?

0 — Acinic
1 — Tok
2 — Rou
3 — Diak
4 — Nguan
5 — Dhiec
6 — Dhetem
7 — Dhorou
8 — Bet
9 — Dhonguan
10 — Thiaar

🎉 Congratulations on completing the first Jieng Numbers series!

📲 Continue your learning journey with the Jieng Lingua App.

01/07/2026

🔢 NIMIRAAT JIENG — DAY 9

In Jieng, Dhonguan means nine.

Nine is the final step before reaching ten. Every number you've learned so far is building your confidence and bringing you closer to mastering Jieng counting.
You're almost there—just one more number to complete the 0–10 series!

💬 Can you count from 0 to 9 in Jieng?

0 — Acinic
1 — Tok
2 — Rou
3 — Diak
4 — Nguan
5 — Dhiec
6 — Dhetem
7 — Dhorou
8 — Bet
9 — Dhonguan

📲 Follow along as we complete the Jieng Numbers 0–10 series with Jieng Lingua.

30/06/2026

🔢 NIMIRAAT JIENG — DAY 8

In Jieng, Bet means eight.

Every new number you learn brings you closer to speaking Jieng with confidence. By reaching eight, you're nearly at the end of the 0–10 series and building a strong foundation for everyday counting.

💬 Can you count from 0 to 8 in Jieng?
0 — Acinic
1 — Tok
2 — Rou
3 — Diak
4 — Nguan
5 — Dhiec
6 — Dhetem
7 — Dhorou
8 — Bet

📲 Follow along as we continue learning Jieng Numbers 0–10 with Jieng Lingua.