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In this lesson, we will delve into the present tense of verbs in Romanian. Understanding how to conjugate verbs in the present tense is essential for building a strong foundation in the Romanian language. We will explore the conjugation patterns for regular verbs, as well as some irregular verbs. By the end of this lesson, you will be able to confidently use and understand verbs in the present tense.

The Present Tense[edit | edit source]

The present tense is used to talk about actions that are currently happening or habitual actions. In Romanian, the present tense is formed by adding different endings to the verb stem. The verb stem is obtained by removing the "-a" ending from the infinitive form of the verb.

Let's take a look at the conjugation patterns for regular verbs in the present tense:

Romanian	Pronunciation	English
eu cânt	[jeu kɨnt]	I sing
tu cânti	[tu kɨnt͡sʲ]	you sing (informal)
el/ea cântă	[el/ea kɨnˈtə]	he/she sings
noi cântăm	[noj kɨnˈtəm]	we sing
voi cântați	[voj kɨnˈtat͡sʲ]	you sing (formal/plural)
ei/ele cântă	[ej/ele kɨnˈtə]	they sing

As you can see, the endings vary depending on the subject pronoun. It's important to note that the subject pronouns can often be dropped in Romanian because the verb endings already indicate the subject.

Now, let's explore the conjugation of some common regular verbs in the present tense:

Conjugation of "a cânta" (to sing)[edit | edit source]

Romanian	Pronunciation	English
eu cânt	[jeu kɨnt]	I sing
tu cânti	[tu kɨnt͡sʲ]	you sing (informal)
el/ea cântă	[el/ea kɨnˈtə]	he/she sings
noi cântăm	[noj kɨnˈtəm]	we sing
voi cântați	[voj kɨnˈtat͡sʲ]	you sing (formal/plural)
ei/ele cântă	[ej/ele kɨnˈtə]	they sing

Conjugation of "a mânca" (to eat)[edit | edit source]

Romanian	Pronunciation	English
eu mănânc	[jeu məˈnɨŋk]	I eat
tu mănânci	[tu məˈnɨŋkʲ]	you eat (informal)
el/ea mănâncă	[el/ea məˈnɨŋkə]	he/she eats
noi mâncăm	[noj mənˈkəm]	we eat
voi mâncați	[voj mənˈkat͡sʲ]	you eat (formal/plural)
ei/ele mănâncă	[ej/ele məˈnɨŋkə]	they eat

Conjugation of "a dormi" (to sleep)[edit | edit source]

Romanian	Pronunciation	English
eu dorm	[jeu dorm]	I sleep
tu dormi	[tu ˈdormʲ]	you sleep (informal)
el/ea doarme	[el/ea ˈdo̯ar͡me]	he/she sleeps
noi dormim	[noj dorˈmim]	we sleep
voi dormiți	[voj dorˈmit͡sʲ]	you sleep (formal/plural)
ei/ele dorm	[ej/ele dorm]	they sleep

Regional Variations[edit | edit source]

While the present tense conjugation patterns remain fairly consistent across the regions of Romania, there are some variations in the usage of certain verbs. For example, in some regions, the verb "a merge" (to go) is conjugated as "eu merg" instead of "eu merg" in the present tense. Similarly, the verb "a face" (to do/make) is sometimes conjugated as "eu fac" instead of "eu fac" in certain regions.

These regional variations add color and diversity to the Romanian language, reflecting the rich cultural tapestry of the country.

Cultural Insights[edit | edit source]

Romanian culture is deeply rooted in history and tradition. The language itself reflects this cultural heritage, with many words and phrases carrying historical significance. For example, Romanian has borrowed words from Latin, as well as from neighboring languages such as Turkish, Greek, and Slavic languages.

Romania is known for its picturesque landscapes, including the Carpathian Mountains and the Danube Delta. The country is also famous for its folklore, which is often showcased through traditional music and dance. Romanian cuisine is diverse and influenced by various cultures, with dishes like sarmale (cabbage rolls) and mămăligă (polenta) being popular staples.

Practice Exercises[edit | edit source]

Now it's time to put your knowledge into practice! Complete the following exercises to reinforce what you've learned:

Exercise 1: Conjugate the following verbs in the present tense:

1. a vorbi (to speak) 2. a citi (to read) 3. a lucra (to work) 4. a iubi (to love) 5. a vedea (to see)

Exercise 2: Translate the following sentences into Romanian:

1. I eat breakfast every day. 2. They sing beautifully. 3. Do you speak Romanian? 4. We love this city. 5. She works in a hospital.

Exercise 1 Solution:

1. eu vorbesc

  tu vorbești
  el/ea vorbește
  noi vorbim
  voi vorbiți
  ei/ele vorbesc

2. eu citesc

  tu citești
  el/ea citește
  noi citim
  voi citiți
  ei/ele citesc

3. eu lucrez

  tu lucrezi
  el/ea lucrează
  noi lucrăm
  voi lucrați
  ei/ele lucrează

4. eu iubesc

  tu iubești
  el/ea iubește
  noi iubim
  voi iubiți
  ei/ele iubesc

5. eu văd

  tu vezi
  el/ea vede
  noi vedem
  voi vedeți
  ei/ele văd

Exercise 2 Solution:

1. Mănânc micul dejun în fiecare zi. 2. Ei cântă frumos. 3. Vorbești românește? 4. Iubim acest oraș. 5. Ea lucrează într-un spital.

Congratulations! You have completed the practice exercises!

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

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Greetings and Introductions

Pronouns and Verbs

Numbers and Time

Adjectives and Adverbs

Family and Friends

Prepositions and Conjunctions

Food and Drinks

Questions and Negations

Locations and Directions

Plurals and Articles

Hobbies and Activities

Romanian Culture and Traditions

Imperatives and Requests

Travel and Transportation

Romanian Geography and History

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