Language/Turkmen/Grammar/Common-Prepositions
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Introduction[edit | edit source]
In this lesson, we will explore the topic of common prepositions in the Turkmen language. Prepositions are essential in any language as they help to establish relationships between different elements in a sentence. By understanding and correctly using prepositions, you will be able to express location, time, manner, and other important aspects of communication in Turkmen. This lesson will provide you with a comprehensive understanding of the most commonly used prepositions in Turkmen, their usage, and examples to illustrate their usage in context.
Common Prepositions[edit | edit source]
Turkmen, like any other language, has a variety of prepositions that are used to indicate relationships between nouns, pronouns, and other words in a sentence. In this section, we will explore the most common prepositions used in Turkmen and provide examples of their usage.
In[edit | edit source]
The preposition "in" in Turkmen is expressed as "içinde". It is used to indicate location or containment within something.
Examples:
| Turkmen | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| Kitaphana içinde | [ki-tap-ha-na i-chin-de] | In the library |
| Baýlygyň içinde | [baɪlɪgɪŋ i-chin-de] | In the bag |
| Ýeriň içinde | [ɪrɪŋ i-chin-de] | In the room |
| Şäher içinde | [ʃæ-hɛr i-chin-de] | In the city |
On[edit | edit source]
The preposition "on" in Turkmen is expressed as "üsti". It is used to indicate location or surface contact with something.
Examples:
| Turkmen | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| Stol üsti | [stol ʏs-ti] | On the table |
| Kitap üsti | [ki-tap ʏs-ti] | On the book |
| Ýol üsti | [jol ʏs-ti] | On the road |
| Göz üsti | [gøz ʏs-ti] | On the eye |
At[edit | edit source]
The preposition "at" in Turkmen is expressed as "de". It is used to indicate a specific location or point in time.
Examples:
| Turkmen | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| Meniň ýanynda | [mɛ-nɪŋ ja-nɪn-da] | At my side |
| Kafede | [ka-fɛ-dɛ] | At the cafe |
| Saat beşde | [sa-at bɛʃ-dɛ] | At five o'clock |
| Garaşda | [ga-raʃ-da] | At the bus stop |
With[edit | edit source]
The preposition "with" in Turkmen is expressed as "bilän". It is used to indicate association or accompaniment.
Examples:
| Turkmen | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| Ýigit bilän | [ɪ-gɪt bi-læn] | With the boy |
| Aýal bilän | [aʊ-jal bi-læn] | With the woman |
| Dost bilän | [dɔst bi-læn] | With the friend |
| Ýaş bilän | [jaʃ bi-læn] | With age |
Cultural Insights[edit | edit source]
Turkmenistan, located in Central Asia, has a rich cultural heritage that influences the usage and understanding of prepositions in the Turkmen language. The nomadic lifestyle of the Turkmen people has shaped their language, including the usage of prepositions. For example, the preposition "at" is often used to indicate a specific location in relation to a nomadic camp or settlement. Additionally, Turkmen culture places great importance on hospitality, and therefore the preposition "with" is commonly used to indicate association or accompaniment during social gatherings or meals.
Exercises[edit | edit source]
Now let's practice what we've learned. Complete the following exercises by filling in the blanks with the appropriate prepositions.
1. Meniň kitabym ______ masada. 2. Aýal ______ çaga berýär. 3. Ýol ______ şäheriň ortasyna çykýar. 4. Ýigit ______ kafedä oturýar. 5. Saat beş ______ köçe boýunça beklemeli.
Solutions[edit | edit source]
1. Meniň kitabym __masada__. 2. Aýal __çaga__ berýär. 3. Ýol __şäheriň ortasyna__ çykýar. 4. Ýigit __kafedä__ oturýar. 5. Saat beş __köçe boýunça__ beklemeli.
Conclusion[edit | edit source]
Congratulations! You have successfully learned about common prepositions in Turkmen. Prepositions are an essential part of the language and mastering them will greatly enhance your ability to express yourself accurately and fluently in Turkmen. Keep practicing and incorporating these prepositions into your daily conversations to solidify your understanding. In the next lesson, we will explore the usage of conjunctions in Turkmen.
Sources[edit | edit source]
Other Lessons[edit | edit source]
- Forming Questions
- Some Continous Moods
- Personal pronouns
- Ordinal Numbers
- Pronouns
- Conditional Mood
- Plurals
- Basic Verb Conjugation
- Using Conjunctions
- How to Use Be
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