Engaging in discussions about current events is a sign of true language mastery. This chapter introduces the key vocabulary and phrases needed to understand and talk about politics and social issues in Malta.
By the end of this chapter, you will be able to:
| Maltese | English |
|---|---|
| gvern | government |
| partit politiku | political party |
| elezzjoni | election |
| vot | a vote |
| parlament | parliament |
| liġi | a law |
| Ministru | Minister |
| oppożizzjoni | opposition |
| Maltese | English |
|---|---|
| l-ambjent | the environment |
| l-ekonomija | the economy |
| is-saħħa | health / healthcare |
| l-edukazzjoni | education |
| l-immigrazzjoni | immigration |
| id-drittijiet | rights |
Review the vocabulary for politics and society.
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Try to formulate a simple opinion in Maltese on one of the following topics. Use phrases like `Naħseb li...` or `Fl-opinjoni tiegħi...`.
Sample 1: Naħseb li l-edukazzjoni hija l-iktar importanti, għax mingħajr edukazzjoni tajba, ma jistax ikollok ekonomija b'saħħitha.
Sample 2: Fl-opinjoni tiegħi, il-gvern għandu jinvesti aktar fit-trasport pubbliku biex inaqqas it-tniġġis.
Politics in Malta is not a passive interest; for many, it's a core part of their identity. The country has one of the highest voter turnouts in the world, often exceeding 90%. Political allegiance can be very strong, with loyalties to the Partit Laburista (PL) or the Partit Nazzjonalista (PN) often passed down through generations.
This passion is visible everywhere, from daily conversations in cafés to the large-scale mass meetings held before an election. While this tribalism can sometimes be intense, it also stems from a deep-seated belief that politics directly impacts daily life on a small island. Engaging in political discussion is a national pastime, and understanding the basic vocabulary is key to understanding the national conversation.
Congratulations! You have now covered the vocabulary and grammar needed to discuss a wide range of complex and important topics. In our final chapter, `Reviżjoni u Tagħlim Kontinwu` (Review & Lifelong Learning), we will recap the entire course and provide you with strategies to continue improving and using your Maltese for years to come.