Language/Turkmen/Grammar/Basic-Verb-Conjugation
Welcome to the "Basic Verb Conjugation" lesson! In this lesson, as a part of the "Complete 0 to A1 Turkmen Course," we will focus on conjugating regular Turkmen verbs in the present tense. You will learn how to form the conjugations for different personal pronouns, along with some examples of common verbs to practice. We will also touch on some interesting aspects of the Turkmen culture and language that will surely enrich your learning experience.
Introduction to Verb Conjugation in Turkmen
Regular Turkmen verbs follow a simple pattern, which makes it easy to learn and conjugate them. The conjugation of a verb depends on the personal pronoun that is attached to it (such as I, you, he, she, we, and they).
Turkmen verb conjugation is based on two components: the verb stem and the conjugation suffix. The verb stem is the root form of the verb, which usually ends with the letters "-mak" or "-mek." The conjugation suffixes are the endings that change according to personal pronouns.
As we proceed with the lesson, you'll notice that Turkmen verbs are relatively easy to conjugate. So, let's get started!
Regular Verb Conjugation in the Present Tense
Regular verbs in the present tense follow a systematic pattern for conjugation. To conjugate regular verbs in the present tense, follow these steps:
1. Remove the "-mak" or "-mek" ending from the infinitive form of the verb to find the verb stem. 2. Attach the appropriate personal pronoun suffix to the verb stem.
Here is a list of personal pronoun suffixes for regular verbs in the present tense:
- I: -ýan / -yan
- You (singular, informal): -ýar / -yar
- He/She/It: -ýar / -yar
- We: -ýas / -yas
- You (plural, formal): -ýaň / -yaň
- They: -ýarlar / -yarlar
For example, let's conjugate the verb "işlemek" (to work) with each personal pronoun:
Examples:
| Turkmen | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| işleýän | iş-le-yän | I work |
| işleýär | iş-le-yär | You work (singular, informal) |
| işleýär | iş-le-yär | He/She/It works |
| işleýäs | iş-le-yäs | We work |
| işleýäň | iş-le-yäň | You work (plural, formal) |
| işleýärler | iş-le-yärler | They work |
Turkmen Culture Tip
The Turkmen work culture highly valuates punctuality and discipline, which are seen as essential traits for success in this Central Asian country. It is common for the locals to wake up early in the morning and be punctual for appointments, meetings, and events.
Common Regular Verbs in Turkmen
Now that you have learned the process of conjugating regular verbs in the present tense, let's practice with a list of some common regular verbs.
Examples of regular verbs in their infinitive forms, along with their meanings in English, are as follows:
- okamak (to read)
- yaşamak (to live)
- goýmak (to put)
- gelmek (to come)
- gitmek (to go)
Pick a verb and try conjugating it with each personal pronoun following the instructions you've learned in this lesson.
Here's an example using the verb "goýmak" (to put):
| Turkmen | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| goýýan | goy-yän | I put |
| goýýar | goy-yär | You put (singular, informal) |
| goýýar | goy-yär | He/She/It puts |
| goýýas | goy-yäs | We put |
| goýýaň | goy-yäň | You put (plural, formal) |
| goýýarlar | goy-yärler | They put |
Conclusion
In this lesson, you have learned how to conjugate regular Turkmen verbs in the present tense. Remember, the key is to identify the verb stem and attach the appropriate personal pronoun suffix. Once you get the hang of this process, conjugating regular verbs in Turkmen will become second nature to you.
We encourage you to practice conjugating the verbs introduced in this lesson and any others you come across in your Turkmen language journey. If you ever find yourself in Turkmenistan or interacting with the locals, your knowledge of verb conjugation will surely help you communicate more effectively.
Keep up the good work, and enjoy the rest of the "Complete 0 to A1 Turkmen Course"!
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- Forming Questions
- Common Prepositions
- Question Words
- The Subjunctive Mood
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