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<h1>Introduction: Nouns and their declensions in Latvian Grammar</h1>
==Introduction: Nouns and their declensions in Latvian Grammar==


<p>Greetings, learners! Let's dive into the world of Latvian grammar and explore the fascinating world of nouns and their declensions. In Latvian, every noun has a gender, either masculine, feminine or neuter, and six cases: nominative, genitive, dative, accusative, instrumental, and locative. Mastering Latvian nouns and their declensions is essential for speaking, reading and writing Latvian. With consistent practice, you can learn how to use nouns correctly and form grammatically correct sentences.</p>
<p>Greetings, learners! Let's dive into the world of Latvian grammar and explore the fascinating world of nouns and their declensions. In Latvian, every noun has a gender, either masculine, feminine or neuter, and six cases: nominative, genitive, dative, accusative, instrumental, and locative. Mastering Latvian nouns and their declensions is essential for speaking, reading and writing Latvian. With consistent practice, you can learn how to use nouns correctly and form grammatically correct sentences.</p>


<h2>Latvian genders of nouns</h2>
==Latvian genders of nouns==


<p>The Latvian language distinguishes three genders of nouns:</p>
<p>The Latvian language distinguishes three genders of nouns:</p>
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<h2>Latvian declension of nouns</h2>
==Latvian declension of nouns==


<p>Latvian nouns can have six different cases, each of which reflects the noun's grammatical function in the sentence. Memorizing the endings for each declension using the standard paradigms of Latvian declension ensures that you can decline each noun correctly. </p>
<p>Latvian nouns can have six different cases, each of which reflects the noun's grammatical function in the sentence. Memorizing the endings for each declension using the standard paradigms of Latvian declension ensures that you can decline each noun correctly. </p>
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<h2>Latvian declension table of nouns</h2>
==Latvian declension table of nouns==
 


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==Examples==
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<p>The best way to start practicing declension is through examples. Here are a few examples of Latvian nouns in various cases:</p>
<p>The best way to start practicing declension is through examples. Here are a few examples of Latvian nouns in various cases:</p>


<h3>Nouns in the nominative case</h3>
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<h2>Conclusion</h2>
==Conclusion==


<p>Congratulations, you have completed the "Standard Latvian Grammar → Introduction to Latvian grammar → Nouns and their declensions" lesson. By acquiring the knowledge
<p>Congratulations, you have completed the "Standard Latvian Grammar → Introduction to Latvian grammar → Nouns and their declensions" lesson. By acquiring the knowledge
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==Other Lessons==
==Related Lessons==
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* [[Language/Standard-latvian/Grammar/Adverbs-of-time-and-location|Adverbs of time and location]]
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Introduction: Nouns and their declensions in Latvian Grammar

Greetings, learners! Let's dive into the world of Latvian grammar and explore the fascinating world of nouns and their declensions. In Latvian, every noun has a gender, either masculine, feminine or neuter, and six cases: nominative, genitive, dative, accusative, instrumental, and locative. Mastering Latvian nouns and their declensions is essential for speaking, reading and writing Latvian. With consistent practice, you can learn how to use nouns correctly and form grammatically correct sentences.

Latvian genders of nouns

The Latvian language distinguishes three genders of nouns:

  1. Masculine: The majority of nouns that end with -is, -s or -š, belong to the masculine gender.
  2. Feminine: Most feminine nouns end with -a or -e, but a few follow other patterns.
  3. Neuter: Nouns that typically end with -u, -e or -i belong to the neuter gender.

Latvian declension of nouns

Latvian nouns can have six different cases, each of which reflects the noun's grammatical function in the sentence. Memorizing the endings for each declension using the standard paradigms of Latvian declension ensures that you can decline each noun correctly.

The six cases for Latvian nouns and their functions are:

  1. Nominative - marks the subject of a sentence
  2. Genitive - marks possession, source or material
  3. Dative - marks the indirect object or some other specific relationship
  4. Accusative - marks the direct object of a sentence
  5. Instrumental - marks the instrument used in performing an action
  6. Locative - marks a location or place.

Latvian declension table of nouns

Case Masc./Neut. Fem.
Nominative -is/-s/-š/-u -a/-e
Genitive -a/-u/-as/-u -as/-es/-u
Dative -im/-am -ai/-ei
Accusative -i/-u/-u/-us -u/-i/-es/-i
Instrumental -i/-u/-i/-iem -u/-i/-ēm/-īm
Locative -ī/-os -ā/-ē/-os

Examples

The best way to start practicing declension is through examples. Here are a few examples of Latvian nouns in various cases:

Nouns in the nominative case

Latvian Noun English Translation
Suns (m.) Dog
Mašīna (f.) Car
Jumts (m.) Roof

Nouns in the genitive case

Latvian Noun English Translation
Sunīša (m.) Dog's
Mašīnas (f.) Car's
Jumta (m.) Roof's

Nouns in the dative case

Latvian Noun English Translation
Sunim (m.) (to) Dog
Mašīnai (f.) (to) Car
Jumtam (m.) (to) Roof

Nouns in the accusative case

Latvian Noun English Translation
Suni (m.) Dog
Mašīnu (f.) Car
Jumtu (m.) Roof

Nouns in the instrumental case

Latvian Noun English Translation
Ar suni (m.) with the dog
Ar mašīnu (f.) with the car
Ar jumtu (m.) with the roof

Nouns in the locative case

Latvian Noun English Translation
Sunī (m.) at the dog's
Mašīnā (f.) in the car
Jumtā (m.) on the roof

Conclusion

Congratulations, you have completed the "Standard Latvian Grammar → Introduction to Latvian grammar → Nouns and their declensions" lesson. By acquiring the knowledge

Table of Contents - Standard Latvian Course - 0 to A1


Introduction to Latvian grammar


Daily life and routines


Latvian traditions and customs


Verbs and tenses


Going shopping and using public transport


Latvian geography and landmarks


Adverbs and prepositions


Leisure activities and hobbies


Latvian arts and museums


The accusative case and indirect objects


Education and employment


Latvian history and politics


Conditional and subjunctive mood


Travel and tourism


Latvian culture and identity


The genitive and possessive forms


Health and wellness


Latvian sports and outdoor activities

Other Lessons


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