Language/Gujarati/Grammar/Negation
Hi Gujarati learners! 😊
In this lesson, we will be delving into the topic of negation in the Gujarati language. Understanding this topic is crucial in developing a strong foundation in the language. Let's get started!
After mastering this lesson, these related pages might interest you: Questions, Nouns, Negation (negueśhen નેગેશન) & 0 to A1 Course.
Negation[edit | edit source]
In the Gujarati language, negation is expressed by adding the word "નહીં" (nahi) before the verb. For example:
| Gujarati | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| હું ગુજરાતી બોલતો નથીં | Huṁ Gujarati boltō nathi | I don't speak Gujarati |
| મારી પાસે પૈસા નથીં | Mārī pāsē paisā nathi | I don't have money |
| તેને શક નથીં હતો | Tēnē śaka nathi hato | He/she couldn't do it |
In negative sentences, the word order is the same as in affirmative sentences.
Negation with Infinitives[edit | edit source]
When negating infinitives, the word "નહીં" is placed after the infinitive.
| Gujarati | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| વિસ્તાર કરવું નથીં | Vistāra karvum nathi | I don't want to expand |
| સમજાવવું નથીં | Samajāvavum nathi | I don't want to explain |
| કામ કરવું નથીં | Kām karvum nathi | I don't want to work |
Negation with Perfect Tense[edit | edit source]
When negating perfect tense, the word "નથીં" is placed after the past participle.
| Gujarati | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| હું ચાય પીવ્યો નથીં | Huṁ chāy pīvyō nathi | I haven't drunk tea |
| તેંને પુસ્તક વાંચી નથીં હતી | Tēnnē pustak vān̄cī nathi hatī | He/she hasn't read the book |
| હું ટીવી જોઈ નથીં | Huṁ ṭīvī jō'ī nathi | I haven't watched TV |
Negation with Modal Verbs[edit | edit source]
Negation with modal verbs is also achieved using the word "નથીં" after the modal verb.
| Gujarati | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| હું કોઈને જબરજસ્તી કરવી નથીં હતો | Huṁ kō'īnē jabarajastī karvī nathi hato | I couldn't force anyone |
| તેને તમારી મદદ કરવી જરૂરી નથીં હતી | Tēnē tamārī madad karvī jarūrī nathi hatī | He/she didn't need your help |
Examples in Context[edit | edit source]
To better understand negation, let's see it used in a dialogue:
- Person 1: તમે ક્યારેય વિશ્વાસ કરતા નથીં. (Tame kyārēya viśvās karatā nathi.) (You never believe me.)
- Person 2: ના, હું તો થોડો થોડો વિશ્વાસ કરું છું. (Nā, huṁ tō thōḍō thōḍō viśvās karuṁ chuṁ.) (No, I believe you a little bit at a time.)
Conclusion[edit | edit source]
Negation is a fundamental aspect of the Gujarati language, and mastering it is essential in developing fluency. We hope that this lesson has provided you with the necessary knowledge to properly use negation in your conversations. Remember, practice makes perfect! Don't be afraid to utilize the resources available to you, such as Polyglot Club. Find native speakers and ask them any questions you may have!
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Sources[edit | edit source]
Now that you've completed this lesson, don't stop learning! Check out these related topics: Future Tense, Conditional Mood & Feminine (se'te'rī સ્ત્રી).
Videos[edit | edit source]
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Other Lessons[edit | edit source]
- Negation (negueśhen નેગેશન)
- How to Use Have
- Questions
- How to Use Be
- Give your Opinion
- Conditional Mood
- Gender
- Pronouns
- Nouns