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Introduction

In this lesson, you will learn about the basic sentence structure in Armenian, specifically the Subject-Verb-Object (SVO) word order. Understanding sentence structure is essential in any language, as it allows us to form meaningful and coherent sentences. By mastering the SVO word order, you will be able to construct simple sentences and express yourself effectively in Armenian. Throughout this lesson, we will explore the rules and patterns of the SVO structure, provide numerous examples, and engage in exercises to practice what you have learned.

Armenian Sentence Structure: Subject-Verb-Object (SVO)

Armenian follows a Subject-Verb-Object word order, which means that the subject of the sentence comes first, followed by the verb and then the object. This structure is similar to English and many other Indo-European languages. Let's break down each component of the SVO structure and examine its role in a sentence.

Subject

The subject of a sentence is the noun or pronoun that performs the action or that the sentence is about. It is the "doer" of the action. In Armenian, the subject usually comes at the beginning of the sentence. Here are some examples:

• Հայաստանը (Hayastanը) - Armenia
• Ես (Yes) - I
• դպրոցը (dprotsը) - school

Armenian	Pronunciation	English
Հայաստանը	Hayastanը	Armenia
Ես	Yes	I
դպրոցը	dprotsը	school

Verb

The verb is the action or state of being in a sentence. It expresses what the subject is doing or experiencing. In Armenian, the verb usually follows the subject. Here are some examples:

• է (e) - is/are
• սիրում եմ (sirum em) - I love
• կարող եմ (karoghem) - I can

է	e	is/are
սիրում եմ	sirum em	I love
կարող եմ	karoghem	I can

Object

The object is the noun or pronoun that receives the action of the verb. It answers the question "whom" or "what" the action is done to. In Armenian, the object usually comes after the verb. Here are some examples:

• գրում եմ նորություններ (grum em norutyunner) - I write news
• ուտում եմ բարեկոն (utum em barekon) - I eat breakfast
• տանում եմ ձեր ծնունդ (tanum em dzer tsunund) - I give your present

գրում եմ նորություններ	grum em norutyunner	I write news
ուտում եմ բարեկոն	utum em barekon	I eat breakfast
տանում եմ ձեր ծնունդ	tanum em dzer tsunund	I give your present

Regional Variations and Historical Background

It is worth noting that while the SVO word order is the most common and widely used structure in Armenian, there are some regional variations and historical reasons for differences in sentence structure. In certain dialects of Armenian, such as the Eastern Armenian dialect, the word order can be more flexible, allowing for variations such as SOV (Subject-Object-Verb) or VSO (Verb-Subject-Object). These variations can be influenced by neighboring languages or historical developments within the Armenian language itself. However, for the purpose of this lesson and for learners of Armenian as a foreign language, we will focus on the standard SVO word order.

Exercises

Now it's time to put your knowledge of the Subject-Verb-Object structure to the test! Complete the following exercises by forming sentences using the given words and phrases. Remember to follow the SVO word order and use the appropriate verb form based on the subject.

1. Form a sentence using the words "Երկիրը" (country), "բարեկոն" (breakfast), and "սիրում եմ" (I love). 2. Form a sentence using the words "դպրոցը" (school), "ուսումնասիրություն" (studying), and "աստված" (God). 3. Form a sentence using the words "անձը" (person), "գնալ" (go), and "գյուղ" (village).

Solutions

1. Երկիրը բարեկոնը սիրում եմ։ (Yerkirը barekonը sirum em.) - I love the country. 2. դպրոցը ուսումնասիրությունը աստվածը սիրում է։ (dprotsը usumnasirutը asdvatsը sirum e.) - God loves studying at school. 3. Անձը գնալը գյուղում է։ (Anjը gnalը gyughum e.) - The person goes to the village.

Conclusion

Congratulations! You have now learned the basic sentence structure in Armenian, specifically the Subject-Verb-Object (SVO) word order. By understanding the role of the subject, verb, and object in a sentence, you can construct simple sentences and express yourself effectively in Armenian. Remember to practice forming sentences using the SVO structure and continue building your vocabulary and grammar knowledge. In the next lesson, we will explore yes/no questions in Armenian and how to form them using the SVO word order. Keep up the great work!

Table of Contents - Armenian Course - 0 to A1

• Course Presentation

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Greetings and Introductions

• Basic Greetings
• Introducing Yourself

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Alphabet and Pronunciation

• Armenian Alphabet
• Pronunciation Rules

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Numbers and Time

• Numbers 1-20
• Telling Time

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Basic Sentence Structure

• Subject-Verb-Object
• Yes/No Questions

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Family and Relationships

• Family Members
• Describing Relationships

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Nouns and Pronouns

• Noun Gender and Plurals
• Personal Pronouns

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Food and Dining

• Common Foods
• Eating Out

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Verbs and Tenses

• Present Tense
• Past Tense

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Travel and Transportation

• Modes of Transportation
• Asking for Directions

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Adjectives and Adverbs

• Descriptive Adjectives
• Adverbs of Time, Manner, and Place

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Armenian Traditions and Customs

• Holidays and Celebrations
• Traditional Music and Dance

Sources

• Armenian/Grammar - Wikibooks, open books for an open world

Other Lessons

• Irregular Present Tense Verbs
• Imperative Mood
• The Verb to Have
• The Nominative Case
• The Verb to Be
• 0 to A1 Course
• Question Mark and Exclamation Point
• Present Tense
• Simple Past
• Personal Pronouns

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