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UkrainianGrammar0 to A1 Course → Verbs and Tenses → Past Tense

Introduction[edit | edit source]

In this lesson, you will learn how to form and use the past tense in Ukrainian. The past tense is used to talk about actions or events that have already happened. Mastering the past tense is essential for expressing yourself fluently in Ukrainian and understanding conversations with native speakers.

Regular Verbs[edit | edit source]

To form the past tense for regular verbs in Ukrainian, you need to follow a specific pattern. The ending of the verb changes based on the gender and number of the subject. Here is an overview of how to form the past tense for regular verbs:

Masculine Singular[edit | edit source]

For masculine singular subjects, add the suffix "-в" to the verb stem. Here are some examples:

Ukrainian Pronunciation English
чита́в chee-TAHV read (masculine singular)
говори́в go-vo-REEV spoke (masculine singular)

Feminine Singular[edit | edit source]

For feminine singular subjects, add the suffix "-ла" to the verb stem. Here are some examples:

Ukrainian Pronunciation English
чита́ла chee-TAH-la read (feminine singular)
говори́ла go-vo-REE-la spoke (feminine singular)

Neuter Singular[edit | edit source]

For neuter singular subjects, add the suffix "-ло" to the verb stem. Here are some examples:

Ukrainian Pronunciation English
чита́ло chee-TAH-lo read (neuter singular)
говори́ло go-vo-REE-lo spoke (neuter singular)

Plural[edit | edit source]

For all plural subjects, add the suffix "-ли" to the verb stem. Here are some examples:

Ukrainian Pronunciation English
чита́ли chee-TAH-ly read (plural)
говори́ли go-vo-REE-ly spoke (plural)

Irregular Verbs[edit | edit source]

In addition to regular verbs, Ukrainian also has a number of irregular verbs that don't follow the standard pattern for forming the past tense. These verbs have unique conjugation patterns that need to be memorized. Here are some examples of irregular verbs in the past tense:

Ukrainian Pronunciation English
бу́ти BOO-ty was/were
мати́ MAH-ty had
роби́ти ro-BY-ty did/made

Using the Past Tense[edit | edit source]

Now that you know how to form the past tense in Ukrainian, it's time to learn how to use it in sentences and conversations. Here are some examples:

  • Я чита́в кни́гу вчора́. (I read a book yesterday.)
  • Вона говори́ла зі мно́ю вчора́. (She spoke with me yesterday.)
  • Ми роби́ли дома́шнє завда́ння. (We did the homework.)

In Ukrainian, the past tense is often used to talk about completed actions or events in the past. It is also used to express past habits or states. By practicing using the past tense in different contexts, you will become more comfortable and confident in your Ukrainian language skills.

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

Congratulations! You have learned how to form and use the past tense in Ukrainian. Remember to practice using the past tense in sentences and conversations to reinforce your understanding. In the next lesson, we will explore another important verb tense: the future tense.

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


Greetings and Introductions


The Ukrainian Alphabet and Pronunciation


Numbers and Time


Nouns and Gender


Family and Relationships


Pronouns and Possessives


Food and Dining


Verbs and Tenses


Travel and Transportation


Adjectives and Adverbs


Hobbies and Leisure


Ukrainian Traditions and Holidays


Prepositions and Conjunctions


Shopping and Services


Ukrainian Cuisine

Videos[edit | edit source]

The Past Tense in Ukrainian - YouTube[edit | edit source]

Learn Ukrainian. Past tense - YouTube[edit | edit source]

Ukrainian lesson 6. "I HAVE" in Past & Future Tenses - YouTube[edit | edit source]

Ukrainian Past in English Tenses (based on the verb "працював ...[edit | edit source]


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