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Slovak Grammar → Unit 2: Nouns, Pronouns, and Verbs in the Present Tense → The Present Tense of Regular Verbs

Hello and welcome to the second unit of the "Complete 0 to A1 Slovak Course". In this lesson, we will learn how to conjugate regular verbs in the present tense in Slovak.

Slovak is a Slavic language, which means that it shares many similarities with other Slavic languages, such as Czech, Polish, and Russian. Although it may seem challenging at first, learning Slovak can be incredibly rewarding, especially if you plan to visit or live in Slovakia.

Let's get started!


Take a moment to explore these relevant pages as you conclude this lesson: Conditional Mood & Negation.

The Present Tense

In Slovak, there are three types of verbs: regular, irregular, and modal. In this lesson, we will focus on regular verbs in the present tense.

The present tense is used to describe actions that are happening now, habitual actions, and general truths. It is formed by adding different endings to the stem (or root) of the verb, depending on the subject.

Here is the present tense of the verb "hovoriť" (to speak), which is a regular verb:

Slovak Pronunciation English
hovorím [ˈhovoriːm] I speak
hovoríš [ˈhovoriːʃ] You speak (informal)
hovorí [ˈhovoriː] He/She/It speaks
hovoríme [ˈhovoriːmɛ] We speak
hovoríte [ˈhovoriːtɛ] You speak (formal/plural)
hovoria [ˈhovorja] They speak

As you can see, the endings change depending on the subject. For example, verbs that end in "-ať" or "-ať sa" have the following endings:

Slovak Pronunciation English
pracujem [ˈpratsuːjɛm] I work
pracuješ [ˈpratsuːjɛʃ] You work (informal)
pracuje [ˈpratsuːjɛ] He/She/It works
pracujeme [ˈpratsuːjɛmɛ] We work
pracujete [ˈpratsuːjɛtɛ] You work (formal/plural)
pracujú [ˈpratsuːjuː] They work

Tips and Tricks

Here are some tips and tricks for conjugating regular verbs in the present tense:

  • Identify the stem of the verb by removing the -ť ending from the infinitive form. For example, the stem of "hovoriť" is "hovor".
  • Memorize the different endings for each subject. It can be helpful to create flashcards or quizzes to practice.
  • Pay attention to vowel changes in the stem. Some verbs have stem alternations in the present tense. For example, the verb "jesť" (to eat) changes its stem to "jem" in the first person singular.
  • Practice, practice, practice! The more you use the present tense in context, the easier it will become.

Conclusion

Congratulations! You have learned how to conjugate regular verbs in the present tense in Slovak. Keep practicing and using these verbs in everyday conversation to become more comfortable with this grammar structure. Remember to be patient with yourself and to have fun while learning.

If you have any questions, don't hesitate to ask. Happy learning!


Having concluded this lesson, consider checking out these related pages: How to Use Have & How to Use Be.

Table of Contents - Slovak Course - 0 to A1


Unit 1: Greetings and Introductions


Unit 2: Nouns, Pronouns, and Verbs in the Present Tense


Unit 3: Slovak Culture and Society


Unit 4: Daily Activities and Routine


Unit 5: Cases and Prepositions


Unit 6: Slovak Geography and Nature


Unit 7: Travel and Transportation


Unit 8: Adjectives and Adverbs


Unit 9: Slovak Art and Music


Unit 10: Time and Dates

Other Lessons

Sources


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