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<div class="pg_page_title">Tigrinya Grammar - Plurals</div>
<div class="pg_page_title">Tigrinya Grammar - Plurals</div>
Hi Tigrinya learners!😊<br>Learning [https://polyglotclub.com/language/tigrinya Tigrinya] Grammar can be a challenging task, but it is also an incredibly rewarding one. With the right approach and dedication, you can master the language in no time. In this lesson, we will focus on plurals in Tigrinya. __TOC__


== What are Plurals? ==
Hi [https://polyglotclub.com/language/tigrinya Tigrinya] learners! 😊<br>In this lesson, we will be exploring the plural form of Tigrinya nouns. As you delve deeper into the Tigrinya language, you will find that a lot of words have irregular plural forms. We will also touch on the cultural context of plurals in Tigrinya.<br>Make sure to read the entire article and take notes so you can fully understand this concept. Don't forget to practice what you learn and find someone to converse with using [https://polyglotclub.com/find-friends.php?search=send&d=0&f=36&offre1=130 Tigrinya]. You may also ask any [https://polyglotclub.com/language/tigrinya/question questions] on the Polyglot Club website.<br><br>Let's get started!
Plurals refer to words that indicate more than one person, place, thing, or idea. In Tigrinya, plurals are formed by adding suffixes to the end of nouns. The suffixes used depend on the gender and number of the noun. Β 


=== Masculine Plurals ===
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The most common suffix for masculine plurals is -αˆ“α‰΅. This suffix is added to the end of the noun to indicate that there is more than one male person or animal. For example:


* ኣα‰₯α‹š (man) β†’ ኣα‰₯α‹šαˆ“α‰΅ (men)
== Plurals in Tigrinya ==
* ኣα‰₯α‹šαŠ• (brother) β†’ ኣα‰₯α‹šαŠ•αˆ“α‰΅ (brothers)
* ኣα‰₯α‹šαŠ©αˆ (lion) β†’ ኣα‰₯α‹šαŠ©αˆαˆ“α‰΅ (lions)


=== Feminine Plurals ===
In Tigrinya, most of the time, the plural is indicated by adding the suffix "-at" or "-ot" to the singular form of the noun. For example:
The most common suffix for feminine plurals is -αˆ•α‰΅. This suffix is added to the end of the noun to indicate that there is more than one female person or animal. For example: Β 


* ኣα‰₯α‹š (woman) β†’ ኣα‰₯α‹šαˆ•α‰΅ (women)
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* ኣα‰₯α‹šαŠ• (sister) β†’ ኣα‰₯α‹šαŠ•αˆ•α‰΅ (sisters)
! Tigrinya !! Pronunciation !! English
* ኣα‰₯α‹šαŠ©αˆ (tigress) β†’ ኣα‰₯α‹šαŠ©αˆαˆ•α‰΅ (tigresses)
|-
| hab || hahb || friend
|-
| hab-at || hahb-aht || friends
|-
| saho || s-aaw-hoh || student
|-
| saho-ot || s-aaw-hoh-oht || students
|-
| tselam || ts-eh-lahm || bird
|-
| tselam-at || ts-eh-lahm-aht || birds
|}


=== Neuter Plurals ===
As you can see in the examples above, the plural of the nouns "hab", "saho", and "tselam" are formed by adding the suffix "-at."
The most common suffix for neuter plurals is -αˆ“α‰΅. This suffix is added to the end of the noun to indicate that there is more than one thing or idea. For example:


* ኣα‰₯α‹š (house) β†’ ኣα‰₯α‹šαˆ“α‰΅ (houses)
However, some nouns have irregular plurals. Here are a few examples:
* ኣα‰₯α‹šαŠ• (book) β†’ ኣα‰₯α‹šαŠ•αˆ“α‰΅ (books)
* ኣα‰₯α‹šαŠ©αˆ (idea) β†’ ኣα‰₯α‹šαŠ©αˆαˆ“α‰΅ (ideas)


== Exceptions ==
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There are some exceptions to the rules for forming plurals in Tigrinya. For example, some nouns have irregular plurals that do not follow the standard rules. Additionally, some nouns have the same form in both singular and plural.
! Tigrinya !! Pronunciation !! English
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| ab || ahb || father
|-
| ab-aw || ahb-aw || fathers
|-
| imber || im-ber || finger
|-
| imb-sot || im-aws-oht || fingers
|}


=== Irregular Plurals ===
In the examples above, the noun "ab" has an irregular plural form "ab-aw." Similarly, the noun "imber" has an irregular plural form "imb-sot."
Some nouns have irregular plurals that do not follow the standard rules. For example:


* ኣα‰₯α‹š (child) β†’ ኣα‰₯α‹šαŠ“α‰΅ (children)
It is essential to remember the irregular plurals as they will be commonly used in Tigrinya.
* ኣα‰₯α‹šαŠ• (foot) β†’ ኣα‰₯α‹šαŠ“α‰΅ (feet)
* ኣα‰₯α‹šαŠ©αˆ (tooth) β†’ ኣα‰₯α‹šαŠ“α‰΅ (teeth)


=== Same Form Plurals ===
== Cultural Context ==
Some nouns have the same form in both singular and plural. For example:


* ኣα‰₯α‹š (sheep) β†’ ኣα‰₯α‹š (sheep)
Plurals in Tigrinya can convey different contexts in different circumstances. For example, if you are invited to a Tigrinya house and you are offered one single cup of coffee, you can say "sebzi key iyu" which translates to "I want a second cup." The plural form is used instead of the singular form in this case. The usage of plurals conveys respect and politeness in this scenario.
* ኣα‰₯α‹šαŠ• (deer) β†’ ኣα‰₯α‹šαŠ• (deer) Β 
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* ኣα‰₯α‹šαŠ©αˆ (fish) β†’ ኣα‰₯α‹šαŠ©αˆ (fish) Β 
Similarly, the Tigrinya people can use generic plurals in speech to convey plurality. For example, when speaking of a herd of cattle, the Tigrinya people do not use the plural for cattle but use the word "deki" which means "livestock."
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== Examples ==
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Here is a dialogue so you can see the plural form in context:
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* Person 1: αˆ“α‰ α‰΅ αŠ£α‹«? (habet ay-ya?) (How are your friends?)
* Person 2: αˆ“α‰ α‰³α‰΅ αˆαŠ•α‰³α‹­α‰΅ α‰₯αˆ›α‹•αˆ¨αŒ½ ኣሎ (habet-at m-ntae-it b-ma-ers al-lo) (My friends are always good)


== Conclusion ==
== Conclusion ==
In conclusion, plurals in Tigrinya are formed by adding suffixes to the end of nouns. The suffixes used depend on the gender and number of the noun. There are some exceptions to the rules for forming plurals, such as irregular plurals and nouns with the same form in both singular and plural.


<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. 😎
Now that you understand how to form the plural in Tigrinya, you can practice using them in daily conversation. Remember, plurals convey different contexts in Tigrinya culture, so use them correctly to avoid misunderstandings. To improve your [[Language/Tigrinya|Tigrinya]] [[Language/Tigrinya/Grammar|Grammar]], you can also use the [https://polyglotclub.com Polyglot Club] website. [https://polyglotclub.com/find-friends.php?search=send&d=0&f=36&offre1=130 Find native speakers] and ask them any [https://polyglotclub.com/language/tigrinya/question questions]!
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==Sources==
* [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tigrinya_grammar Tigrinya grammar - Wikipedia]
* [https://wikis.swarthmore.edu/ling073/Tigrinya/Grammar Tigrinya/Grammar - LING073]
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* [[Language/Tigrinya/Grammar/How-to-Use-Have|How to Use Have]]
* [[Language/Tigrinya/Grammar/Questions|Questions]]
* [[Language/Tigrinya/Grammar/Future-Tense|Future Tense]]
* [[Language/Tigrinya/Grammar/Pronouns|Pronouns]]
* [[Language/Tigrinya/Grammar/Negation|Negation]]
* [[Language/Tigrinya/Grammar/Conditional-Mood|Conditional Mood]]
* [[Language/Tigrinya/Grammar/How-to-Use-Be|How to Use Be]]


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Tigrinya Grammar - Plurals

Hi Tigrinya learners! 😊
In this lesson, we will be exploring the plural form of Tigrinya nouns. As you delve deeper into the Tigrinya language, you will find that a lot of words have irregular plural forms. We will also touch on the cultural context of plurals in Tigrinya.
Make sure to read the entire article and take notes so you can fully understand this concept. Don't forget to practice what you learn and find someone to converse with using Tigrinya. You may also ask any questions on the Polyglot Club website.

Let's get started!

Plurals in Tigrinya[edit | edit source]

In Tigrinya, most of the time, the plural is indicated by adding the suffix "-at" or "-ot" to the singular form of the noun. For example:

Tigrinya Pronunciation English
hab hahb friend
hab-at hahb-aht friends
saho s-aaw-hoh student
saho-ot s-aaw-hoh-oht students
tselam ts-eh-lahm bird
tselam-at ts-eh-lahm-aht birds

As you can see in the examples above, the plural of the nouns "hab", "saho", and "tselam" are formed by adding the suffix "-at."

However, some nouns have irregular plurals. Here are a few examples:

Tigrinya Pronunciation English
ab ahb father
ab-aw ahb-aw fathers
imber im-ber finger
imb-sot im-aws-oht fingers

In the examples above, the noun "ab" has an irregular plural form "ab-aw." Similarly, the noun "imber" has an irregular plural form "imb-sot."

It is essential to remember the irregular plurals as they will be commonly used in Tigrinya.

Cultural Context[edit | edit source]

Plurals in Tigrinya can convey different contexts in different circumstances. For example, if you are invited to a Tigrinya house and you are offered one single cup of coffee, you can say "sebzi key iyu" which translates to "I want a second cup." The plural form is used instead of the singular form in this case. The usage of plurals conveys respect and politeness in this scenario.

Similarly, the Tigrinya people can use generic plurals in speech to convey plurality. For example, when speaking of a herd of cattle, the Tigrinya people do not use the plural for cattle but use the word "deki" which means "livestock."

Examples[edit | edit source]

Here is a dialogue so you can see the plural form in context:

  • Person 1: αˆ“α‰ α‰΅ αŠ£α‹«? (habet ay-ya?) (How are your friends?)
  • Person 2: αˆ“α‰ α‰³α‰΅ αˆαŠ•α‰³α‹­α‰΅ α‰₯αˆ›α‹•αˆ¨αŒ½ ኣሎ (habet-at m-ntae-it b-ma-ers al-lo) (My friends are always good)

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

Now that you understand how to form the plural in Tigrinya, you can practice using them in daily conversation. Remember, plurals convey different contexts in Tigrinya culture, so use them correctly to avoid misunderstandings. To improve your Tigrinya Grammar, you can also use the Polyglot Club website. Find native speakers and ask them any questions!

Sources[edit | edit source]


Now that you've completed this lesson, don't stop learning! Check out these related topics: Say Hello and Greetings in Tigrinya, Questions & How to Use Be.

Other Lessons[edit | edit source]


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