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Introduction[edit | edit source]

In this lesson, we will explore the topic of comparatives and superlatives in the Tatar language. Comparatives and superlatives are important for describing and comparing things, and they add depth and complexity to our language skills. By understanding how to form and use comparatives and superlatives, we can express ourselves more accurately and vividly in Tatar.

This lesson is part of the "Complete 0 to A1 Tatar Course", and it is designed for students who are complete beginners in Tatar. By the end of this lesson, you will have a solid understanding of how to form comparatives and superlatives in Tatar, and you will be able to use them confidently in your own sentences.

Let's begin!

Forming Comparatives[edit | edit source]

Comparatives are used to compare two things or people and indicate whether one is superior, inferior, or equal to the other. In Tatar, comparatives are formed by adding suffixes to the base form of adjectives or adverbs.

Comparative Suffixes[edit | edit source]

There are two common suffixes used to form comparatives in Tatar:

- "сыз" (sız): This suffix is used to compare adjectives that end in a consonant. - "сы" (sı): This suffix is used to compare adjectives that end in a vowel.

Let's look at some examples:

Tatar Pronunciation English
яхшы yaşışı good яхшысыз yaşışız better
ирек irek tall иреге irege taller
алтын altın golden алтынсыз altınşız more golden

As you can see from the examples, the comparative suffixes are added directly to the adjective without any changes. However, if the adjective ends in a vowel, the vowel may undergo slight changes for ease of pronunciation.

Irregular Comparatives[edit | edit source]

While the majority of adjectives follow the regular pattern for forming comparatives, there are some irregular adjectives that have their own unique comparative forms. It is important to memorize these irregular forms to use them correctly in sentences.

Here are some examples of irregular comparatives:

Tatar Pronunciation English
яхшы yaşışı good иях iyaş better
киче kiçe small икем ikem smaller
алтын altın golden алмый almıy more golden

As you can see, the irregular comparatives have unique forms that do not follow the regular pattern. It is important to familiarize yourself with these irregular forms and practice using them in sentences.

Forming Superlatives[edit | edit source]

Superlatives are used to describe the highest degree of a quality or characteristic. In Tatar, superlatives are formed by adding the suffix "-ннан" ("-nnan") or "-ндан" ("-ndan") to the base form of adjectives or adverbs.

Superlative Suffixes[edit | edit source]

There are two common suffixes used to form superlatives in Tatar:

- "-ннан" ("-nnan"): This suffix is used when the adjective ends in a vowel. - "-ндан" ("-ndan"): This suffix is used when the adjective ends in a consonant.

Let's look at some examples:

Tatar Pronunciation English
яхшы yaşışı good яхшыннан yaşışınnan the best
ирек irek tall ирекнан ireknan the tallest
алтын altın golden алтындан altından the most golden

As you can see, the superlative suffixes are added directly to the adjective without any changes. However, if the adjective ends in a vowel, the vowel may undergo slight changes for ease of pronunciation.

Irregular Superlatives[edit | edit source]

Similar to comparatives, there are also irregular superlatives in Tatar. These adjectives have their own unique superlative forms that do not follow the regular pattern.

Here are some examples of irregular superlatives:

Tatar Pronunciation English
яхшы yaşışı good ияхнан iyaşnan the best
киче kiçe small икемдан ikemdan the smallest
алтын altın golden алмыйдан almıydan the most golden

It is important to memorize these irregular superlative forms and practice using them in sentences to accurately describe the highest degree of a quality or characteristic.

Cultural Section[edit | edit source]

In Tatar culture, the use of comparatives and superlatives is influenced by the regional variations in the language. Tatarstan, a republic in Russia where Tatar is widely spoken, has its own unique dialect and vocabulary that may differ from other regions. Some regional variations may exist in the usage or understanding of comparatives and superlatives.

Additionally, historical reasons may also contribute to the differences in the usage of comparatives and superlatives. Tatar has been influenced by various languages throughout history, including Persian, Arabic, and Russian. These influences have shaped the Tatar language and may have an impact on the formation and usage of comparatives and superlatives.

Interesting Fact: Tatar is a Turkic language spoken by approximately 6 million people worldwide. It is recognized as an official language in the Republic of Tatarstan in Russia and is also spoken in Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, and other parts of Central Asia. Tatar has its own unique script called the "Tatar alphabet", which is based on the Cyrillic script.

Practice Exercises[edit | edit source]

Now it's time to put your knowledge into practice! Here are some exercises to help you reinforce what you've learned about comparatives and superlatives in Tatar.

Exercise 1: Forming Comparatives Form the comparative form of the following adjectives in Tatar:

1. ачык (open) 2. терек (long) 3. калңы (strong) 4. булыҡ (beautiful) 5. ирек (tall)

Exercise 2: Forming Superlatives Form the superlative form of the following adjectives in Tatar:

1. баш (big) 2. киче (small) 3. күрәк (delicious) 4. яңа (new) 5. кем (few)

Exercise 3: Fill in the Blanks Complete the sentences with the correct comparative or superlative form of the adjective:

1. Ул калмаһындаң ______ көнне бала буларак килә. 2. Бүгендә тереккәрәк ______ белән килә. 3. Минем карта төзәтмәгәндән, ул карта ______ нарлар бар. 4. Бул китапның ______ бөләге, хәзерге китапныңнан яңа бар. 5. Яхшы мугаләүәтләр төшәндә, башкалардан ______ күп миллиардлар төшәнә.

Exercise Solutions[edit | edit source]

Exercise 1: Forming Comparatives

1. ачыгы (more open) 2. тереккәрек (longer) 3. калңыгы (stronger) 4. булыҡсы (more beautiful) 5. иреге (taller)

Exercise 2: Forming Superlatives

1. башнан (the biggest) 2. кичедән (the smallest) 3. күрәкнән (the most delicious) 4. яңадан (the newest) 5. кемнән (the fewest)

Exercise 3: Fill in the Blanks

1. Ул калмаһындаң эң көнне бала буларак килә. 2. Бүгендә тереккәрәк төшәнән белән килә. 3. Минем карта төзәтмәгәндән, ул карта эң нарлар бар. 4. Бул китапның эң бөләге, хәзерге китапныңнан яңа бар. 5. Яхшы мугаләүәтләр төшәндә, башкалардан эң күп миллиардлар төшәнә.

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

Congratulations! You have successfully learned how to form comparatives and superlatives in the Tatar language. By understanding the rules and patterns, you can now describe and compare things more effectively. Keep practicing and using comparatives and superlatives in your conversations to further enhance your language skills. Well done!

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


Greetings and Introductions


Sentence Structure


Numbers and Time


Nouns and Pronouns


Family and Relationships


Verbs and Tenses


Food and Dining


Adjectives and Adverbs


Travel and Transportation


Prepositions and Conjunctions


Hobbies and Leisure


Tatar Customs and Traditions


Shopping and Services


Negation and Commands


Tatar History and Society


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