Ever wondered how to say what you do for work, in Armenian? In this post, courtesy of Tun Online Armenian School, we’ll teach you 25 of the most common job titles, or professions in both Eastern and Western Armenian.
| English | Eastern Armenian | Western Armenian |
| Accountant | Hashvapah | Hashvabah |
| Architect | Chartarapet | Jardarabed |
| Artist | Nëkarich | Nëgarich; Arvesdaked |
| Carpenter | Atakhdzagortz | Adaghtzakordz |
| Consultant | Khorhërtatu | Khorhërtadu |
| Doctor | Bëzhishk | Pëzhishg |
| Entrepreneur | Dzerrnarkater | Tzerrnargader |
| Economist | Tëntesaget | Dëndesaked |
| Farmer | Fermer | Akaragaban |
| Jeweler | Voskerich | Vosgerich; Ardzatakordz |
| Journalist | Lëragrogh | Lërakrogh; Tëghtagits |
| Lawyer | Iravaban | Pasdapan; Iravapan |
| Mechanic | Mekenaget | Mekenakordz |
| Nurse | Dayak; Buzhkuyr | Puzhkuyr |
| Pilot | Odachu | Otachu |
| Police Officer | Vostikan | Vostigan |
| Scientist | Gitnakan | Kidnagan |
| Soldier | Zinvor | Zinvor |
| Student | Ashakert; Usanogh | Usanogh |
| Surgeon | Virabuyzh | Virapuyzh; Virahad |
| Tailor | Dertsak | Tertsag |
| Teacher | Usutsich | Usutsich |
| Writer | Grogh | Krogh |
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How do I ask “What do you do for work?” in Armenian without sounding too direct?
A polite way to ask is “What is your profession?” (Ի՞նչ է ձեր մասնագիտությունը / Inch e dzer masnagitutyuny). You can learn this and other workplace phrases through Tun Online Armenian School.
Why might the same job title have two different Armenian forms?
Job titles can differ between Eastern and Western Armenian due to regional influences. Tun Online Armenian School teaches both variants to ensure you are understood by any speaker.
Should I memorize job titles as single words or in full sentences?
Memorize titles within full sentences like “I am an engineer” to practice grammar naturally. The Tun App uses this sentence-frame method to help with recall.
How can I talk about my job if my exact title isn’t on the list?
Use a broader category and add a descriptor, like “I work in IT.” Tutors at Tun Online Armenian School can help you customize your vocabulary for your specific career.
Are job titles in Armenian typically borrowed from other languages?
Some modern titles are international terms. Tun Online Armenian School teaches you which ones are most common in modern Armenia.
What’s the fastest way to remember 25 job titles without forgetting them?
Group titles by industry and use them in mini-dialogues. This interactive method is a staple of the Tun App.
