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Hi [https://polyglotclub.com/language/fijian Fijian] learners! 😊<br>In this lesson, we will be discussing the future tense in Fijian. We will look at how to form sentences in the future tense, as well as some examples of how it is used. __TOC__


The future tense in Fijian is formed by adding the suffix -na to the verb stem. This suffix is added to the end of the verb stem, regardless of the person or number of the subject. For example, the verb "to eat" is "kana", and the future tense of this verb is "kanana".  
Hi [https://polyglotclub.com/language/fijian Fijian] learners! 😊<br>
In this lesson, we will look at the future tense in Fijian grammar. We will also provide cultural information, interesting facts alongside with simple and informal tone or analogies to illustrate complex concepts. Don't hesitate to practice with natives or find more information about Fijian grammar and culture on [https://polyglotclub.com Polyglot Club]. [https://polyglotclub.com/find-friends.php?search=send&d=0&f=36&offre1=40 Find native speakers] and ask them any [https://polyglotclub.com/language/fijian/question questions]!
 
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== Overview ==
In Fijian grammar, the future tense is formed by using the auxiliary verb ''na qai'' right before the verb to describe the future event. This auxiliary chain brings about a similar meaning to "will" in English. For example:


== Examples ==
{| class="wikitable"
{| class="wikitable"
! Fijian !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
|-
! Fijian !! Pronunciation !! English Translation
|Au na qai lako mai. || ow na nɑi lɑko mai|| I will come.
|-
|-
| Mo lako na || mo-LA-ko-na || I will go
|O sa na qai lako e na koro. || o sa na nɑi lɑko e nɑ koro || You will go to the village.
 
Note: In Fijian grammar, the future tense does not differentiate between immediate or distant future like in some languages.
 
== Using Demonstrative Words ==
Demonstrative words can be used to show future tense in Fijian. It is more commonly used among the elderly population but still relevant in the modern language. For instance:
 
{| class="wikitable"
! Fijian !!  English
|-
|-
| Sa qai kana || sa-KAI-ka-na || He/she will eat
|Era vinaka qo naqai rarawa. || It will be good after the hard work.
|}
 
=== Dialogue ===
* Person 1: O na rawa tikoga. (I will be finished soon.)
* Person 2: Na vica na gauna? (How much time?)
* Person 1: E rua na bogi qo. (Two nights from now.)
 
== Formation with Time Markers ==
Time markers can be paired with the future tense to give a clearer sense of time. For example:
 
{| class="wikitable"
! Fijian !!  English
|-
|-
| Keimami lako mai || kei-ma-mi-LA-ko-MAI || We will come
|Na bogi mai, au na qai lako mai. || I will come after tomorrow.
|-
| Era sa qai vakayacora || e-ra-sa-KAI-va-ka-ya-co-ra || They will work
|}
|}


The future tense can also be used to express probability or likelihood. For example, if you are unsure whether something will happen, you can use the future tense to express that uncertainty.  
=== Dialogue ===
* Person 1: O sa dua na siga ni ta. (You have a special day.)
* Person 2: Io, e na bogi mai. (Yes, after tomorrow.)
 
== Using the Future Tense in Passive Voice ==
To construct a passive sentence in the future tense in Fijian grammar, the subject is followed by ''na qai '' and then the verb in the passive voice. Here is an example:


== Examples ==
{| class="wikitable"
{| class="wikitable"
! Fijian !!  English
|-
|-
! Fijian !! Pronunciation !! English Translation
|Na koro o na qai tara ga. || The village will be built.
|-
| E sega ni kila || e-SE-ga-ni-KI-la || It might not happen
|-
| Sa na qai yaco || sa-na-KAI-YA-co || It might happen
|-
| Sa na rawa ni vakayacora || sa-na-RA-wa-ni-va-ka-ya-co-ra || It might be possible to work
|-
| Sa na sega ni vakayacora || sa-na-SE-ga-ni-va-ka-ya-co-ra || It might not be possible to work
|}
|}


The future tense can also be used to express intention or desire. For example, if you want to do something, you can use the future tense to express that desire.
== Special Case : Future Inference ==
In some cases, the Fijian future tense can relate to more than just an event in the future. It can also be used to describe a decision that has yet to be made. For example:


== Examples ==
{| class="wikitable"
{| class="wikitable"
! Fijian !!  English
|-
|-
! Fijian !! Pronunciation !! English Translation
|E via lako na vale eCI. || I am thinking of going to the other house.
|-
| Au sa qai lako || au-sa-KAI-LA-ko || I want to go
|-
| Sa qai vakayacora || sa-KAI-va-ka-ya-co-ra || He/she wants to work
|-
| Keimami sa qai lako mai || kei-ma-mi-sa-KAI-LA-ko-MAI || We want to come
|-
| Era sa qai lako || e-ra-sa-KAI-LA-ko || They want to go
|}
|}


The future tense can also be used to express a command or an order. For example, if you want someone to do something, you can use the future tense to express that command.  
Note: 'via' (thinking of) is used in a similar way to 'na qai' (will) in the future tense.
 
== Exaggerated Future Actions ==
Fijian grammar includes an exaggerated future form to suggest a stronger action or event that will happen in the future. In this form, the word 'na qai' is repeated twice before the main verb. For example:


== Examples ==
{| class="wikitable"
{| class="wikitable"
! Fijian !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
|-
! Fijian !! Pronunciation !! English Translation
|Sa na qai na qai kerekere na vatu ena matasawalevu. || sa na nɑi nɑi kere-nkere-na vɑtu ena mɑtɑsɑwɑlevu|| The big rock will be completely pulverized.
|-
| Mo lako na || mo-LA-ko-na || Go!
|-
| Sa qai kana || sa-KAI-ka-na || Eat!
|-
| Keimami lako mai || kei-ma-mi-LA-ko-MAI || Come!
|-
| Era sa qai vakayacora || e-ra-sa-KAI-va-ka-ya-co-ra || Work!
|}
|}


Now that you know how to form sentences in the future tense, you can start using it in your conversations. Remember to practice with native speakers on [https://polyglotclub.com Polyglot Club] to improve your [[Language/Fijian|Fijian]] [[Language/Fijian/Grammar|Grammar]]. [https://polyglotclub.com/find-friends.php?search=send&d=0&f=36&offre1=40 Find native speakers] and ask them any [https://polyglotclub.com/language/fijian/question questions]!
== Additional Tips ==
- It is essential to learn the use of the future tense to convey future events accurately in Fijian culture.
- Don't be afraid to exaggerate in the language and have fun with the exaggerated tense.


<hr>➡ If you have any questions, please ask them in the comments section below.<br>➡ Feel free to edit this wiki page if you think it can be improved. 😎
== Conclusion ==
Future tense in Fijian grammar can be expressed in several ways such as demonstrative words or future inference. Time markers are an effective way to signify time in phrases, and the exaggerated form allows expressing enthusiasm or exaggeration. With these tools, the future tense can accurately convey the upcoming events in Fijian culture.
 
➡ If you have any questions, please ask them in the comments section below.<br>
➡ Feel free to edit this wiki page if you think it can be improved. 😎
 
== Sources ==
* [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fijian_language Fijian Language]
* [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fijians Fijian Culture]
* [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fijian_history Fijian History]
* [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Verb%E2%80%93subject%E2%80%93object Verb-Subject-Object Languages in Wikipedia]


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==Related Lessons==
* [[Language/Fijian/Grammar/Questions|Questions]]
* [[Language/Fijian/Grammar/Pronouns|Pronouns]]
* [[Language/Fijian/Grammar/Plurals|Plurals]]
* [[Language/Fijian/Grammar/Conditional-Mood|Conditional Mood]]
* [[Language/Fijian/Grammar/Negation|Negation]]
* [[Language/Fijian/Grammar/Adjectives|Adjectives]]


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Fijian Grammar - Future Tense

Hi Fijian learners! 😊
In this lesson, we will look at the future tense in Fijian grammar. We will also provide cultural information, interesting facts alongside with simple and informal tone or analogies to illustrate complex concepts. Don't hesitate to practice with natives or find more information about Fijian grammar and culture on Polyglot Club. Find native speakers and ask them any questions!

Overview

In Fijian grammar, the future tense is formed by using the auxiliary verb na qai right before the verb to describe the future event. This auxiliary chain brings about a similar meaning to "will" in English. For example:

Fijian Pronunciation English
Au na qai lako mai. ow na nɑi lɑko mai I will come.
O sa na qai lako e na koro. o sa na nɑi lɑko e nɑ koro You will go to the village.

Note: In Fijian grammar, the future tense does not differentiate between immediate or distant future like in some languages.

Using Demonstrative Words

Demonstrative words can be used to show future tense in Fijian. It is more commonly used among the elderly population but still relevant in the modern language. For instance:

Fijian English
Era vinaka qo naqai rarawa. It will be good after the hard work.

Dialogue

  • Person 1: O na rawa tikoga. (I will be finished soon.)
  • Person 2: Na vica na gauna? (How much time?)
  • Person 1: E rua na bogi qo. (Two nights from now.)

Formation with Time Markers

Time markers can be paired with the future tense to give a clearer sense of time. For example:

Fijian English
Na bogi mai, au na qai lako mai. I will come after tomorrow.

Dialogue

  • Person 1: O sa dua na siga ni ta. (You have a special day.)
  • Person 2: Io, e na bogi mai. (Yes, after tomorrow.)

Using the Future Tense in Passive Voice

To construct a passive sentence in the future tense in Fijian grammar, the subject is followed by na qai and then the verb in the passive voice. Here is an example:

Fijian English
Na koro o na qai tara ga. The village will be built.

Special Case : Future Inference

In some cases, the Fijian future tense can relate to more than just an event in the future. It can also be used to describe a decision that has yet to be made. For example:

Fijian English
E via lako na vale eCI. I am thinking of going to the other house.

Note: 'via' (thinking of) is used in a similar way to 'na qai' (will) in the future tense.

Exaggerated Future Actions

Fijian grammar includes an exaggerated future form to suggest a stronger action or event that will happen in the future. In this form, the word 'na qai' is repeated twice before the main verb. For example:

Fijian Pronunciation English
Sa na qai na qai kerekere na vatu ena matasawalevu. sa na nɑi nɑi kere-nkere-na vɑtu ena mɑtɑsɑwɑlevu The big rock will be completely pulverized.

Additional Tips

- It is essential to learn the use of the future tense to convey future events accurately in Fijian culture. - Don't be afraid to exaggerate in the language and have fun with the exaggerated tense.

Conclusion

Future tense in Fijian grammar can be expressed in several ways such as demonstrative words or future inference. Time markers are an effective way to signify time in phrases, and the exaggerated form allows expressing enthusiasm or exaggeration. With these tools, the future tense can accurately convey the upcoming events in Fijian culture.

➡ If you have any questions, please ask them in the comments section below.
➡ Feel free to edit this wiki page if you think it can be improved. 😎

Sources
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