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Introduction

In this lesson, we will dive into the fascinating world of Galician object pronouns. Object pronouns are an essential part of the Galician language, as they allow us to replace and refer to direct and indirect objects in a sentence. Understanding and mastering object pronouns will greatly enhance your ability to communicate effectively in Galician. Throughout this lesson, we will explore the various forms and usage of object pronouns, providing you with plenty of examples and exercises to solidify your understanding.

Object Pronouns

Object pronouns in Galician serve the purpose of replacing direct and indirect objects in a sentence. They allow us to avoid repetition and make our speech more concise and fluid. The object pronouns in Galician are as follows:

Galician	Pronunciation	English Translation
me	/me/	me
che	/tʃe/	you (singular, informal)
lle	/ʎe/	him, her, it, you (singular, formal)
nos	/nos/	us
vos	/bos/	you (plural)
lles	/ʎes/	them, you (plural, formal)

Here are some examples of object pronouns in action:

• Vexo a María. (I see María.) → Véxoa. (I see her.)
• Gustaríache o libro. (I would like the book.) → Gustaríacheo. (I would like it.)
• Déixome as chaves. (He gave me the keys.) → Déixomas. (He gave them to me.)

As you can see from the examples, the object pronouns are placed before the verb and are joined to it with a hyphen. This is a distinctive feature of Galician grammar.

Direct Object Pronouns

Direct object pronouns in Galician are used to replace the direct object of a sentence. The direct object is the noun or pronoun that directly receives the action of the verb. Let's take a look at the direct object pronouns in Galician:

Galician	Pronunciation	English Translation
o	/o/	him, it
a	/a/	her, it
os	/os/	them
as	/as/	them

Here are some examples to illustrate the usage of direct object pronouns:

• Vexo o libro. (I see the book.) → Véxoo. (I see it.)
• Vendo a María. (I sell María.) → Véndoa. (I sell her.)
• Lemos os xornais. (We read the newspapers.) → Lémosos. (We read them.)

In the examples above, the direct object pronouns are placed before the verb and are joined to it with a hyphen. Notice that the gender and number of the pronouns agree with the noun they are replacing.

Indirect Object Pronouns

Indirect object pronouns in Galician are used to replace the indirect object of a sentence. The indirect object is the noun or pronoun that receives the direct object. Let's take a look at the indirect object pronouns in Galician:

Galician	Pronunciation	English Translation
lle	/ʎe/	to him, to her, to you (singular, formal)
lles	/ʎes/	to them, to you (plural, formal)

Here are some examples to illustrate the usage of indirect object pronouns:

• Déixome as chaves. (He gave me the keys.) → Déixomas. (He gave them to me.)
• Ensinámoslle o truco. (We taught him the trick.) → Ensinámosllo. (We taught it to him.)
• Contoulles a historia. (He told them the story.) → Contoullesa. (He told it to them.)

As you can see from the examples, the indirect object pronouns are placed before the verb and are joined to it with a hyphen. The use of the indirect object pronouns helps to clarify who is receiving the direct object.

Combined Object Pronouns

In some cases, both direct and indirect object pronouns can appear in the same sentence. Galician has specific rules for combining these pronouns. Let's take a look at the different combinations:

Direct Object Pronoun + Indirect Object Pronoun

When combining a direct object pronoun and an indirect object pronoun, the indirect object pronoun comes first, followed by the direct object pronoun. Here are some examples:

• Déixome o libro. (He gave me the book.) → Déixomo. (He gave it to me.)
• Véndolle a camiseta. (He sells her the shirt.) → Véndollaa. (He sells it to her.)
• Contoulles o segredo. (He told them the secret.) → Contoulleso. (He told it to them.)

Reflexive Pronoun + Object Pronoun

When combining a reflexive pronoun with an object pronoun, the reflexive pronoun comes first, followed by the object pronoun. Here are some examples:

• Péinate o pelo. (Comb your hair.) → Péinateo. (Comb it.)
• Lémbroche a lección. (I remind you of the lesson.) → Lémbrochea. (I remind you of it.)
• Píntanse as unllas. (They paint their nails.) → Píntanseo. (They paint them.)

Cultural Insights

Galician is spoken in the region of Galicia, located in the northwest corner of Spain. Galicia has a unique cultural identity, influenced by its Celtic heritage and its proximity to the Atlantic Ocean. The Galician language plays a vital role in preserving and promoting this distinct cultural identity. Galician literature, music, and folklore are rich and diverse, reflecting the region's history and traditions.

One interesting aspect of Galician culture is the celebration of the "Rapa das Bestas" (Shearing of the Beasts). This traditional festival involves the herding and shearing of wild horses in the mountains of Galicia. It is a thrilling spectacle that attracts both locals and tourists alike. The Rapa das Bestas is an excellent example of how Galician culture embraces and celebrates its connection with nature.

Exercises

Now it's time to put your knowledge of Galician object pronouns into practice. Complete the following exercises and check your answers below.

Exercise 1: Replace the direct and indirect objects with the appropriate pronouns.

1. Déixome a chave. 2. Ela ensinou a lição aos estudantes. 3. Véndoos na rúa. 4. Lémosche o libro. 5. Contoulle a verdade.

Exercise 2: Combine the direct and indirect object pronouns following the given sentence.

1. Gustaríache o libro. (I would like the book.) 2. Péinate o pelo. (Comb your hair.) 3. Déixome o regalo. (He gave me the gift.)

Exercise 3: Translate the following sentences from English to Galician, using object pronouns.

1. I see them. 2. She tells him the truth. 3. We teach them the lesson.

Solutions

Exercise 1:

1. Déixoo. 2. Ela ensinou-lles. 3. Véndoos. 4. Lémoscheo. 5. Contoullea.

Exercise 2:

1. Gustaríacheo. 2. Péinateo. 3. Déixoomo.

Exercise 3:

1. Véxoos. 2. Contoulle a verdade. 3. Ensinámoslles a lección.

Congratulations! You have completed the exercises successfully.

Table of Contents - Galician Course - 0 to A1

• Course Presentation

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Introduction to Galician

• The Galician Alphabet
• Basic Sentence Structure

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Basic Vocabulary

• Numbers 1-10
• Colors
• Days of the Week
• Months of the Year

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Nouns and Articles

• Definite and Indefinite Articles
• Gender and Number

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Family and Relationships

• Family Members
• Relationships

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Pronouns

• Subject Pronouns
• Object Pronouns

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Food and Drinks

• Common Foods
• Common Drinks

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Adjectives

• Descriptive Adjectives
• Adjective Agreement

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Clothing and Accessories

• Common Clothing Items
• Accessories

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Verbs

• Regular Verbs
• Irregular Verbs

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Travel and Transportation

• Modes of Transportation
• Travel Vocabulary

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Prepositions

• Common Prepositions
• Prepositional Phrases

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Weather and Seasons

• Weather Vocabulary
• Seasons

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Galician Culture

• Galician History
• Galician Traditions
• Galician Cuisine

Sources

• Galician Grammar: Subject Pronouns
• A Crash Course in the Galician Language
• Galician Grammar

Other Lessons

• How to Use Have
• Conditional Mood
• Questions
• The Galician Alphabet
• Descriptive Adjectives
• Future Tense
• Irregular Verbs
• Adjectives
• Pronouns
• How to Use Be

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