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Introduction[edit | edit source]

In this lesson, we will delve into the topic of subject pronouns in Central Pashto. Subject pronouns play a crucial role in sentence structure and are used to indicate the person or thing performing the action of the verb. Understanding subject pronouns is essential for building strong foundational skills in Central Pashto grammar. By the end of this lesson, you will be able to confidently use subject pronouns in sentences and understand their correct usage.

Definition and Forms[edit | edit source]

Subject pronouns in Central Pashto are words that replace the subject of a sentence. They indicate who or what is performing the action of the verb. Subject pronouns are used to avoid repetition and make sentences more concise.

Here are the subject pronouns in Central Pashto:

Central Pashto	Pronunciation	English Translation
زه	za	I
ته	ta	You (singular)
هغه	hagha	He/She/It
مونږ	mung	We
غواړي	ghwari	You (plural)
هغوی	haghwai	They

Usage[edit | edit source]

Subject pronouns are used in Central Pashto to indicate the person or thing performing the action of the verb. They are placed before the verb in a sentence. Let's look at some examples to understand their usage:

Example 1: زه د پښتو کور کوم. (za da Pashto kor kum.) I speak Pashto.

Example 2: ته څه کوئ؟ (ta tshe kaw?) What are you doing?

Example 3: هغه کتاب لوبو. (hagha kitab lobo.) He/She/It reads a book.

Example 4: مونږ پښتو څيښتنه کوئ. (mung Pashto tsikhthanah kaw.) We study Pashto.

Example 5: غواړي پښتو ته درس وکړي. (ghwari Pashto ta dars wakrei.) You (plural) learn Pashto.

Example 6: هغوی لارې مېښلو. (haghwai lare mekhalo.) They play football.

As you can see from the examples, subject pronouns are essential for indicating the subject of a sentence and help in constructing meaningful and grammatically correct sentences.

Cultural Insights[edit | edit source]

In Central Pashto, subject pronouns are not only used to indicate the person or thing performing the action but also carry cultural significance. The usage of subject pronouns reflects the hierarchical nature of Pashtun society, where age and gender play a significant role.

In Pashtun culture, respect for elders is deeply ingrained. When speaking to someone older or in a position of authority, it is customary to use the formal pronoun "ته" (ta) for "you" instead of the informal "ته" (ta). This shows respect and acknowledges the hierarchical relationship.

Additionally, Pashto has gender-specific subject pronouns. The pronoun "هغه" (hagha) is used for both masculine and feminine subjects. However, in certain contexts, masculine and feminine subject pronouns may be used to emphasize gender. This reflects the gendered nature of Pashtun society.

Understanding the cultural nuances associated with subject pronouns in Central Pashto can help learners develop a deeper appreciation for the language and its connection to Pashtun culture.

Exercises[edit | edit source]

Now, let's practice using subject pronouns in sentences. Translate the following sentences from English to Central Pashto using the appropriate subject pronouns. Solutions will be provided after each exercise for self-evaluation.

Exercise 1: I am reading a book.

Exercise 2: What are they doing?

Exercise 3: We play sports.

Exercise 4: Are you (singular) going to the market?

Exercise 5: He/She/It speaks English.

Exercise 6: They (feminine) study mathematics.

Exercise 7: We are eating lunch.

Exercise 8: Are you (plural) watching television?

Exercise 9: She/He/It is writing a letter.

Exercise 10: You (singular) learn Central Pashto.

Solutions[edit | edit source]

Exercise 1: زه یو کتاب لوم. (za yu kitab lum.)

Exercise 2: هغوی څه کوئ؟ (haghwai tshe kaw?)

Exercise 3: مونږ ورزشونه کولی. (mung warzishona kawli.)

Exercise 4: ته د مرګه ته تلوئ؟ (ta da markaz ta talo'i?)

Exercise 5: هغه انګليسي وياړي. (hagha English wayaṛi.)

Exercise 6: هغوی (ښځینه) مېټېماتيک وسپاری. (haghwai (khwəṣṣhina) meṭimatik waspawi.)

Exercise 7: مونږ ناهار خواړي. (mung nahar khwari.)

Exercise 8: غواړي ټلویزیون وګوري. (ghwari telwizyon wagaray.)

Exercise 9: هغه یوه پيغام ولېږي. (hagha yawa paygham wależi.)

Exercise 10: ته پښتو ياد کوئ. (ta Pashto yaad kaw.)

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

In this lesson, we explored subject pronouns in Central Pashto. We learned about their forms, usage, and cultural significance. Subject pronouns are crucial for constructing meaningful sentences and understanding sentence structure in Central Pashto. By practicing using subject pronouns in exercises, you have taken an important step towards building your language skills. Keep practicing and exploring the rich linguistic and cultural heritage of Central Pashto. Da zra khairee! (Good luck!)

Table of Contents - Central Pashto Course - 0 to A1[edit source]

Course Presentation

Greetings and Introductions

Personal Pronouns

Numbers and Counting

Basic Sentence Structure

Common Verbs

Present Tense

Food and Drink

Questions

Family and Relationships

Possessive Pronouns and Adjectives

House and Home

Prepositions

Hobbies and Activities

Past Tense

Travel and Transportation

Pashtun Customs and Traditions

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-==Introduction==
+== Introduction ==
+In this lesson, we will delve into the topic of subject pronouns in Central Pashto. Subject pronouns play a crucial role in sentence structure and are used to indicate the person or thing performing the action of the verb. Understanding subject pronouns is essential for building strong foundational skills in Central Pashto grammar. By the end of this lesson, you will be able to confidently use subject pronouns in sentences and understand their correct usage.
-In Central Pashto, subject pronouns are used to indicate who or what is performing the action in a sentence. For example, instead of saying "the man ran", you might say "he ran".
-Subject pronouns are a fundamental part of the language and play a key role in sentence structure. In this lesson, you will learn about the different forms of subject pronouns in Central Pashto and how to use them in sentences.
-<span link>With the completion of this lesson, consider investigating these related pages: [[Language/Central-pashto/Grammar/Possessive-Pronouns|Possessive Pronouns]] & [[Language/Central-pashto/Grammar/Possessive-Adjectives|Possessive Adjectives]].</span>
+== Definition and Forms ==
-==Forms of Subject Pronouns==
+Subject pronouns in Central Pashto are words that replace the subject of a sentence. They indicate who or what is performing the action of the verb. Subject pronouns are used to avoid repetition and make sentences more concise.
-In Central Pashto, there are six different subject pronouns:
+Here are the subject pronouns in Central Pashto:
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-! Central Pashto !! Pronunciation !! English
+! Central Pashto !! Pronunciation !! English Translation
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-|زه||za||I
+| زه || za || I
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-|ته||ta||You (singular)
+| ته || ta || You (singular)
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-|وه||wa||He/She/It
+| هغه || hagha || He/She/It
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-|مونږ||muŋɡa||We
+| مونږ || mung || We
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-|تاسو||tasu||You (plural)
+| غواړي || ghwari || You (plural)
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-|یونې||juna||They
+| هغوی || haghwai || They
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-As you can see, subject pronouns change depending on who or what is performing the action in a sentence. It is important to memorize these forms and practice using them in order to become proficient in Central Pashto.
+== Usage ==
+Subject pronouns are used in Central Pashto to indicate the person or thing performing the action of the verb. They are placed before the verb in a sentence. Let's look at some examples to understand their usage:
+Example 1:
+زه د پښتو کور کوم.
+(za da Pashto kor kum.)
+I speak Pashto.
-==Usage of Subject Pronouns==
+Example 2:
+ته څه کوئ؟
+(ta tshe kaw?)
+What are you doing?
-Subject pronouns are typically placed at the beginning of sentences in Central Pashto. Here are a few examples:
+Example 3:
+هغه کتاب لوبو.
+(hagha kitab lobo.)
+He/She/It reads a book.
-* زه کتاب خریدم. (za kitab xaridam) - I bought a book.
+Example 4:
-* ته کتاب خریدی. (ta kitab xaridi) - You bought a book.
+مونږ پښتو څيښتنه کوئ.
-* وه گل پخول. (wa ɡul pa,xol) - He/She/It is picking flowers.
+(mung Pashto tsikhthanah kaw.)
-* مونږ کتابونه ویاسته. (muŋɡa kitabuna wiastə) - We are studying books.
+We study Pashto.
-* تاسو د کتاب په ځای کړئ. (tasu də kitab pa jai kərə) - You all place the book there.
-* یونې لاس پخول. (juna las pa,xol) - They are washing clothes.
-As you can see from these examples, subject pronouns are essential for establishing the performer of an action in Central Pashto sentences.
+Example 5:
+غواړي پښتو ته درس وکړي.
+(ghwari Pashto ta dars wakrei.)
+You (plural) learn Pashto.
-It is also important to note that subject pronouns are often omitted in Central Pashto if the performer of the action is clear from context. For example:
+Example 6:
+هغوی لارې مېښلو.
+(haghwai lare mekhalo.)
+They play football.
-* ښاغله د زاوی سره رفت. (ṣaġala da zawi sara raft) - The worker went to the market. (no subject pronoun is used here)
+As you can see from the examples, subject pronouns are essential for indicating the subject of a sentence and help in constructing meaningful and grammatically correct sentences.
-In this sentence, the subject pronoun is not necessary because the context provides clear information about the performer of the action.
+== Cultural Insights ==
+In Central Pashto, subject pronouns are not only used to indicate the person or thing performing the action but also carry cultural significance. The usage of subject pronouns reflects the hierarchical nature of Pashtun society, where age and gender play a significant role.
-==Practice==
+In Pashtun culture, respect for elders is deeply ingrained. When speaking to someone older or in a position of authority, it is customary to use the formal pronoun "ته" (ta) for "you" instead of the informal "ته" (ta). This shows respect and acknowledges the hierarchical relationship.
-Now that you have learned about subject pronouns, it's time to practice using them in sentences. Here are a few exercises to help you get started:
+Additionally, Pashto has gender-specific subject pronouns. The pronoun "هغه" (hagha) is used for both masculine and feminine subjects. However, in certain contexts, masculine and feminine subject pronouns may be used to emphasize gender. This reflects the gendered nature of Pashtun society.
-* Translate the following sentences into Central Pashto, using the appropriate subject pronoun:
+Understanding the cultural nuances associated with subject pronouns in Central Pashto can help learners develop a deeper appreciation for the language and its connection to Pashtun culture.
-. They are eating dinner.
+== Exercises ==
-. I am going to school.
+Now, let's practice using subject pronouns in sentences. Translate the following sentences from English to Central Pashto using the appropriate subject pronouns. Solutions will be provided after each exercise for self-evaluation.
-. You (singular) are playing soccer.
-. We are watching a movie.
-. He/She/It is listening to music.
-* Translate the following sentences from Central Pashto into English:
+Exercise 1:
+I am reading a book.
-. ته څومره کارونه سره کوم.
+Exercise 2:
-. مونږ پیکر بېروته.
+What are they doing?
-. تاسو پیغام تلویزیون کیږي.
-. یونې د فوټبال وګمډولو پرمختګ کتلې شوی.
-. وه د کتاب ورکړو لپاره بیا.
-==Conclusion==
+Exercise 3:
+We play sports.
-Subject pronouns are essential for establishing the performer of an action in Central Pashto sentences. By understanding the different forms of subject pronouns and their usage, you can become proficient in forming simple sentences. With continued practice, you'll be able to use subject pronouns with ease, taking you further along your journey towards mastering Central Pashto!
+Exercise 4:
+Are you (singular) going to the market?
+Exercise 5:
+He/She/It speaks English.
-<span link>Having concluded this lesson, consider checking out these related pages: [[Language/Central-pashto/Grammar/Present-Continuous|Present Continuous]] & [[Language/Central-pashto/Grammar/Past-Simple|Past Simple]].</span>
+Exercise 6:
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+We are eating lunch.
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+Exercise 8:
+Are you (plural) watching television?
+Exercise 9:
+She/He/It is writing a letter.
+Exercise 10:
+You (singular) learn Central Pashto.
+== Solutions ==
+Exercise 1:
+زه یو کتاب لوم.
+(za yu kitab lum.)
+Exercise 2:
+هغوی څه کوئ؟
+(haghwai tshe kaw?)
+Exercise 3:
+مونږ ورزشونه کولی.
+(mung warzishona kawli.)
+Exercise 4:
+ته د مرګه ته تلوئ؟
+(ta da markaz ta talo'i?)
+Exercise 5:
+هغه انګليسي وياړي.
+(hagha English wayaṛi.)
+Exercise 6:
+هغوی (ښځینه) مېټېماتيک وسپاری.
+(haghwai (khwəṣṣhina) meṭimatik waspawi.)
+Exercise 7:
+مونږ ناهار خواړي.
+(mung nahar khwari.)
+Exercise 8:
+غواړي ټلویزیون وګوري.
+(ghwari telwizyon wagaray.)
+Exercise 9:
+هغه یوه پيغام ولېږي.
+(hagha yawa paygham wależi.)
+Exercise 10:
+ته پښتو ياد کوئ.
+(ta Pashto yaad kaw.)
+== Conclusion ==
+In this lesson, we explored subject pronouns in Central Pashto. We learned about their forms, usage, and cultural significance. Subject pronouns are crucial for constructing meaningful sentences and understanding sentence structure in Central Pashto. By practicing using subject pronouns in exercises, you have taken an important step towards building your language skills. Keep practicing and exploring the rich linguistic and cultural heritage of Central Pashto. Da zra khairee! (Good luck!)
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