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WEBVTT 1 00:00:00.000 --> 00:00:03.482 [MUSIC PLAYING] 2 00:00:03.482 --> 00:00:23.040 3 00:00:23.040 --> 00:00:24.040 [KRISTOFFER REES] Hello. 4 00:00:24.040 --> 00:00:28.560 [SPEAKING KAZAKH] Welcome to our final module about Kazakhstan. 5 00:00:28.560 --> 00:00:31.600 So far, we have learned the alphabet, how to greet and say 6 00:00:31.600 --> 00:00:34.160 goodbye, how to introduce ourselves and describe 7 00:00:34.160 --> 00:00:36.760 our families, we've learned keywords and phrases 8 00:00:36.760 --> 00:00:39.200 that help us shop, order at a restaurant, 9 00:00:39.200 --> 00:00:40.980 and give and receive directions. 10 00:00:40.980 --> 00:00:44.983 We are nearly ready to pack our bags and travel to Kazakhstan. 11 00:00:44.983 --> 00:00:46.400 [ZHIBEK BIZHANOVA] In this module, 12 00:00:46.400 --> 00:00:50.760 you'll learn about holidays and celebrations in Kazakhstan. 13 00:00:50.760 --> 00:00:55.280 Celebrations, or [KAZAKH] are a very important part 14 00:00:55.280 --> 00:00:57.360 of Kazakhstani culture. 15 00:00:57.360 --> 00:01:01.440 Two of the most important are the spring celebration 16 00:01:01.440 --> 00:01:06.520 of Nauryz and March 8, or International Women's Day. 17 00:01:06.520 --> 00:01:09.360 We'll also share some essential phrases 18 00:01:09.360 --> 00:01:13.260 that you can use when you participate in celebrations 19 00:01:13.260 --> 00:01:16.280 and some cultural tips that will help you navigate 20 00:01:16.280 --> 00:01:18.480 different social settings. 21 00:01:18.480 --> 00:01:19.520 Are you ready? 22 00:01:19.520 --> 00:01:22.040 [SPEAKING KAZAKH] 23 00:01:22.040 --> 00:01:24.960 [KRISTOFFER] Nauryz is a traditional new year celebration 24 00:01:24.960 --> 00:01:27.100 that is celebrated across Central Asia, 25 00:01:27.100 --> 00:01:28.720 not just in Kazakhstan. 26 00:01:28.720 --> 00:01:30.660 It is based on the Persian calendar, 27 00:01:30.660 --> 00:01:33.640 which starts the year with the beginning of spring and usually 28 00:01:33.640 --> 00:01:38.560 ends up being about a week of celebrations around March 21st. 29 00:01:38.560 --> 00:01:41.320 [ZHIBEK] When you visit Kazakhstan during Nauryz, 30 00:01:41.320 --> 00:01:45.960 you'll probably see outdoor concerts or other celebrations 31 00:01:45.960 --> 00:01:48.840 with people dressed in traditional Kazakh outfits 32 00:01:48.840 --> 00:01:52.480 like you see me wearing here. 33 00:01:52.480 --> 00:01:55.640 Kazakh families celebrate Nauryz at home 34 00:01:55.640 --> 00:02:00.320 by preparing [KAZAKH] or abundantly served table 35 00:02:00.320 --> 00:02:02.120 settings. 36 00:02:02.120 --> 00:02:07.720 Let's learn a few phrases that you can use during Nauryz. 37 00:02:07.720 --> 00:02:09.759 Happy Nauryz. 38 00:02:09.759 --> 00:02:12.920 [SPEAKING KAZAKH] 39 00:02:12.920 --> 00:02:17.920 40 00:02:17.920 --> 00:02:23.040 May Nauryz bring you well-being, joy, and all the best. 41 00:02:23.040 --> 00:02:26.040 [SPEAKING KAZAKH] 42 00:02:26.040 --> 00:02:41.120 43 00:02:41.120 --> 00:02:43.520 [KRISTOFFER] March 8 is celebrated in Kazakhstan 44 00:02:43.520 --> 00:02:45.480 as International Women's Day. 45 00:02:45.480 --> 00:02:47.760 The celebration of this holiday in Kazakhstan 46 00:02:47.760 --> 00:02:50.520 has its roots in the Soviet era, but continues 47 00:02:50.520 --> 00:02:52.280 to be a major holiday. 48 00:02:52.280 --> 00:02:54.660 If you visit Kazakhstan in early March, 49 00:02:54.660 --> 00:02:57.480 you'll see cities decorated to celebrate the accomplishments 50 00:02:57.480 --> 00:02:58.960 of Kazakhstani women. 51 00:02:58.960 --> 00:03:00.760 There will be concerts and performances 52 00:03:00.760 --> 00:03:04.960 on TV and in public venues to commemorate the holiday as well. 53 00:03:04.960 --> 00:03:07.680 [ZHIBEK] On March 8, most Kazakhstani women 54 00:03:07.680 --> 00:03:11.560 can expect to receive flowers from their loved ones 55 00:03:11.560 --> 00:03:14.510 and other small token of appreciation 56 00:03:14.510 --> 00:03:17.350 from their coworkers and friends. 57 00:03:17.350 --> 00:03:20.070 When you meet women on March 8, you 58 00:03:20.070 --> 00:03:24.390 might want to use one of these helpful phrases: 59 00:03:24.390 --> 00:03:27.190 Congratulations on the International Women's 60 00:03:27.190 --> 00:03:30.530 Day of eight of March. 61 00:03:30.530 --> 00:03:33.393 [SPEAKING KAZAKH] 62 00:03:33.393 --> 00:03:52.350 63 00:03:52.350 --> 00:03:57.270 We wish you a long, healthy life, many flowers, and love. 64 00:03:57.270 --> 00:04:00.590 [SPEAKING KAZAKH] 65 00:04:00.590 --> 00:04:23.230 66 00:04:23.230 --> 00:04:25.950 [KRISTOFFER] In Kazakh, the general word for celebration 67 00:04:25.950 --> 00:04:29.290 is [KAZAKH] This can include weddings and birthdays, 68 00:04:29.290 --> 00:04:32.350 in addition to the celebrations we've already talked about. 69 00:04:32.350 --> 00:04:35.310 A [KAZAKH] can even be arranged for no specific reason 70 00:04:35.310 --> 00:04:38.670 other than wanting to get together with family or friends. 71 00:04:38.670 --> 00:04:41.150 Socializing over food is a very important part 72 00:04:41.150 --> 00:04:42.510 of Kazakh culture. 73 00:04:42.510 --> 00:04:45.310 If you are invited to a [KAZAKH] or just invited over 74 00:04:45.310 --> 00:04:47.350 to be a guest at someone's house, which 75 00:04:47.350 --> 00:04:50.430 is very likely to happen when you visit Kazakhstan, 76 00:04:50.430 --> 00:04:52.910 you will almost certainly be asked to share a toast 77 00:04:52.910 --> 00:04:55.110 or some well wishes with your hosts. 78 00:04:55.110 --> 00:04:58.230 Being able to do so in Kazakh, even if you have an accent 79 00:04:58.230 --> 00:05:02.270 or don't speak perfectly, will always be highly appreciated. 80 00:05:02.270 --> 00:05:04.590 Here are some things you can say. 81 00:05:04.590 --> 00:05:06.030 [ZHIBEK] Happy birthday. 82 00:05:06.030 --> 00:05:16.790 [SPEAKING KAZAKH] May every year bring you happiness. 83 00:05:16.790 --> 00:05:20.230 [SPEAKING KAZAKH] 84 00:05:20.230 --> 00:05:28.390 85 00:05:28.390 --> 00:05:33.510 We wish you happiness, health, and great success. 86 00:05:33.510 --> 00:05:37.030 [SPEAKING KAZAKH] 87 00:05:37.030 --> 00:05:49.707 88 00:05:49.707 --> 00:05:51.790 [KRISTOFFER] There are quite a few public holidays 89 00:05:51.790 --> 00:05:55.190 in Kazakhstan, which means that almost whenever you go visit, 90 00:05:55.190 --> 00:05:57.030 you are likely to encounter one. 91 00:05:57.030 --> 00:06:00.790 The holidays listed here, in addition to Nauryz and March 8, 92 00:06:00.790 --> 00:06:02.630 are the recognized public holidays 93 00:06:02.630 --> 00:06:04.710 where you can expect government offices 94 00:06:04.710 --> 00:06:07.670 and many other businesses to be closed or have 95 00:06:07.670 --> 00:06:09.750 very limited operations. 96 00:06:09.750 --> 00:06:12.270 In Kazakhstan, even if the official holiday 97 00:06:12.270 --> 00:06:16.270 is only one day, you might find that the holiday is informally 98 00:06:16.270 --> 00:06:18.310 celebrated for several days. 99 00:06:18.310 --> 00:06:20.950 For example, Defenders of the Fatherland Day 100 00:06:20.950 --> 00:06:24.230 is May 7, while Victory Day is May 9, 101 00:06:24.230 --> 00:06:26.270 so many offices and businesses will 102 00:06:26.270 --> 00:06:30.110 be closed from at least the seventh through the ninth. 103 00:06:30.110 --> 00:06:33.110 [ZHIBEK] There are a few customs and habits 104 00:06:33.110 --> 00:06:35.390 that you should be prepared for. 105 00:06:35.390 --> 00:06:39.470 For example, it is common to exchange small gifts 106 00:06:39.470 --> 00:06:43.030 when meeting someone for the first time, and this 107 00:06:43.030 --> 00:06:45.430 is especially the case when meeting 108 00:06:45.430 --> 00:06:48.430 with someone in a higher role than you. 109 00:06:48.430 --> 00:06:51.030 When Dr. Rees travels to Kazakhstan 110 00:06:51.030 --> 00:06:53.710 on teaching exchanges, for example, 111 00:06:53.710 --> 00:06:56.630 he always brings some Indiana souvenirs 112 00:06:56.630 --> 00:07:02.150 for the deans and university lecturers that he will meet. 113 00:07:02.150 --> 00:07:04.210 [KRISTOFFER] When visiting a Kazakh household, 114 00:07:04.210 --> 00:07:06.090 or even when having a business meeting, 115 00:07:06.090 --> 00:07:08.510 expect to be served tea and bread, cookies, 116 00:07:08.510 --> 00:07:10.150 or other small snacks. 117 00:07:10.150 --> 00:07:13.430 Don't be offended if you are not served a full cup of tea. 118 00:07:13.430 --> 00:07:16.190 It is customary to serve a half full cup of tea 119 00:07:16.190 --> 00:07:18.870 to invite you to stay longer. 120 00:07:18.870 --> 00:07:22.870 [ZHIBEK] Don't be alarmed if your host or the people sitting 121 00:07:22.870 --> 00:07:26.270 next to you refill your plate for you. 122 00:07:26.270 --> 00:07:29.700 This is considered as respectful to guests. 123 00:07:29.700 --> 00:07:33.260 You should also expect to remove your shoes 124 00:07:33.260 --> 00:07:35.300 when visiting Kazakh homes. 125 00:07:35.300 --> 00:07:39.260 Usually you will be offered a pair of house slippers 126 00:07:39.260 --> 00:07:41.950 to wear while inside. 127 00:07:41.950 --> 00:07:43.700 [KRISTOFFER] In professional settings, one 128 00:07:43.700 --> 00:07:46.300 of the first things you will do with your hosts in Kazakhstan 129 00:07:46.300 --> 00:07:48.300 is exchange business cards. 130 00:07:48.300 --> 00:07:50.660 This is important for establishing the hierarchy 131 00:07:50.660 --> 00:07:52.040 at a business meeting. 132 00:07:52.040 --> 00:07:53.780 Be sure to bring plenty of business cards 133 00:07:53.780 --> 00:07:56.020 with you, regardless of profession, 134 00:07:56.020 --> 00:07:59.480 and if possible, try to get bilingual English, 135 00:07:59.480 --> 00:08:02.180 Russian or English Kazakh business cards printed. 136 00:08:02.180 --> 00:08:05.100 You'll also notice that meetings or appointments often 137 00:08:05.100 --> 00:08:06.820 start later than scheduled. 138 00:08:06.820 --> 00:08:10.580 However, it's a good practice to always try to be on time. 139 00:08:10.580 --> 00:08:13.900 Just be patient, flexible, and bring a book or something 140 00:08:13.900 --> 00:08:16.340 to pass the time while you're waiting. 141 00:08:16.340 --> 00:08:19.760 When you are visiting Kazakhstan for business or for pleasure, 142 00:08:19.760 --> 00:08:22.500 there are a few more things that you should keep in mind. 143 00:08:22.500 --> 00:08:25.700 First is that for most visitors, a visa is 144 00:08:25.700 --> 00:08:27.740 required to enter the country. 145 00:08:27.740 --> 00:08:29.900 There is an exception for tourists traveling 146 00:08:29.900 --> 00:08:33.740 from the US and many Western European countries who can enter 147 00:08:33.740 --> 00:08:36.179 visa free for up to two weeks. 148 00:08:36.179 --> 00:08:38.683 You will want to investigate the current visa regime 149 00:08:38.683 --> 00:08:40.100 and make sure that you don't leave 150 00:08:40.100 --> 00:08:42.700 for the airport without your passport 151 00:08:42.700 --> 00:08:46.780 and if necessary, a valid visa. 152 00:08:46.780 --> 00:08:51.440 When you go through immigration when you arrive to Kazakhstan, 153 00:08:51.440 --> 00:08:54.900 your passport will be stamped with the date of entry. 154 00:08:54.900 --> 00:08:58.160 You will also be given a stamp migration card. 155 00:08:58.160 --> 00:09:02.100 Don't lose this as you will be required to surrender it 156 00:09:02.100 --> 00:09:03.760 when you leave the country. 157 00:09:03.760 --> 00:09:06.220 In fact, your passport and migration card 158 00:09:06.220 --> 00:09:11.060 should be kept on your person at all times while in Kazakhstan. 159 00:09:11.060 --> 00:09:15.140 While it's unlikely you will be stopped by police, if you are, 160 00:09:15.140 --> 00:09:18.020 you will need to show both documents to prove 161 00:09:18.020 --> 00:09:20.300 your status in the country. 162 00:09:20.300 --> 00:09:23.180 Thank you for taking the time to learn more about Kazakh language 163 00:09:23.180 --> 00:09:24.220 and culture. 164 00:09:24.220 --> 00:09:25.940 Now you are much more well prepared 165 00:09:25.940 --> 00:09:28.900 to travel to Kazakhstan, where we are confident that you 166 00:09:28.900 --> 00:09:30.900 will have a great time. 167 00:09:30.900 --> 00:09:33.190 [KAZAKH] 168 00:09:33.190 --> 00:09:38.000