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Introduction[edit | edit source]

Welcome to the lesson on cases in Serbian grammar! Cases are an essential aspect of the Serbian language, and understanding them is crucial for effective communication. In this lesson, we will focus on two cases: the nominative and accusative cases. We will explore their functions, forms, and usage in various contexts. By the end of this lesson, you will have a solid understanding of how to use the nominative and accusative cases correctly in Serbian sentences.

The Importance of Cases in Serbian[edit | edit source]

In Serbian, cases play a significant role in determining the relationship between words in a sentence. They provide essential information about the grammatical roles of nouns, pronouns, adjectives, and other parts of speech. Cases allow us to express various meanings, such as the subject, object, possession, direction, and many more. Without a proper understanding of cases, it can be challenging to convey precise meanings and communicate effectively in Serbian.

Structure of the Lesson[edit | edit source]

This lesson is divided into several sections to help you grasp the concepts of the nominative and accusative cases thoroughly. We will start by introducing the nominative case, followed by the accusative case. Each section will provide explanations, examples, and exercises to reinforce your learning. Additionally, we will explore regional variations in the usage of these cases and share interesting cultural facts along the way. Let's dive in!

Nominative Case[edit | edit source]

The nominative case is commonly known as the "subject case" in Serbian. It is used to identify the subject of a sentence, the doer of the action. Nouns, pronouns, and adjectives in the nominative case are typically found in their dictionary forms. Let's take a look at some examples:

Noun Examples[edit | edit source]

Nouns in the nominative case can be singular or plural. Here are a few examples:

Serbian	Pronunciation	English
kuća	koo-cha	house
mačka	mach-ka	cat
deca	deh-tsa	children

In the examples above, "kuća" means "house," "mačka" means "cat," and "deca" means "children." These nouns are in their dictionary forms, which are also the nominative case forms.

Pronoun Examples[edit | edit source]

Pronouns, like nouns, also have nominative case forms. Here are a few examples:

Serbian	Pronunciation	English
ja	yah	I
ti	tee	you (singular)
ona	oh-na	she

In the examples above, "ja" means "I," "ti" means "you" (singular), and "ona" means "she." These pronouns are in their nominative case forms.

Adjective Examples[edit | edit source]

Adjectives in the nominative case agree with the nouns they modify in gender, number, and case. Let's see some examples:

Serbian	Pronunciation	English
lepa kuća	leh-pa koo-cha	beautiful house
crna mačka	tsr-na mach-ka	black cat
srećna deca	sreh-ch-na deh-tsa	happy children

In the examples above, "lepa kuća" means "beautiful house," "crna mačka" means "black cat," and "srećna deca" means "happy children." The adjectives "lepa," "crna," and "srećna" agree with the nouns they modify in gender, number, and case.

Accusative Case[edit | edit source]

The accusative case is commonly known as the "object case" in Serbian. It is used to identify the direct object of a verb, the receiver of the action. Nouns, pronouns, and adjectives in the accusative case have specific forms that differ from the nominative case. Let's explore some examples:

Noun Examples[edit | edit source]

Nouns in the accusative case can also be singular or plural. Here are a few examples:

Serbian	Pronunciation	English
kuću	koo-choo	house
mačku	mach-koo	cat
decu	deh-tsoo	children

In the examples above, "kuću" means "house," "mačku" means "cat," and "decu" means "children." These nouns are in their accusative case forms.

Pronoun Examples[edit | edit source]

Pronouns, like nouns, have specific accusative case forms. Here are a few examples:

Serbian	Pronunciation	English
mene	meh-neh	me
tebe	teh-beh	you (singular)
nju	nyoo	her

In the examples above, "mene" means "me," "tebe" means "you" (singular), and "nju" means "her." These pronouns are in their accusative case forms.

Adjective Examples[edit | edit source]

Adjectives in the accusative case also agree with the nouns they modify in gender, number, and case. Let's see some examples:

Serbian	Pronunciation	English
lepu kuću	leh-poo koo-choo	beautiful house
crnu mačku	tsr-noo mach-koo	black cat
srećnu decu	sreh-chnoo deh-tsoo	happy children

In the examples above, "lepu kuću" means "beautiful house," "crnu mačku" means "black cat," and "srećnu decu" means "happy children." The adjectives "lepu," "crnu," and "srećnu" agree with the nouns they modify in gender, number, and case.

Regional Variations and Cultural Facts[edit | edit source]

Throughout the Serbian-speaking regions, there may be variations in the usage and understanding of the nominative and accusative cases. Some dialects may have different forms or use cases in unique ways. For example, in some dialects, the accusative case may be used to express motion towards a location, similar to the preposition "to" in English.

Furthermore, understanding the cases in Serbian can provide insights into the rich cultural history of the language. The declension of nouns and adjectives has its roots in the historical development of the Slavic languages. By studying the cases, you are delving into the linguistic heritage of the Serbian people.

Exercises[edit | edit source]

Now it's time to put your knowledge to the test! Complete the following exercises to practice using the nominative and accusative cases correctly. Solutions and explanations will be provided afterward.

Exercise 1: Rewrite the following sentences, changing the nouns from the nominative case to the accusative case.

1. Ona ima crvena kola. 2. Deca vole slatke torte. 3. Kuca je velika.

Exercise 2: Fill in the blanks with the appropriate pronoun in the nominative or accusative case.

1. Vidim ____________ u parku. 2. ____________ voli crvene ruže. 3. On je kupio poklon za ____________.

Solutions[edit | edit source]

Exercise 1: 1. Ona ima crvena kola. -> Ona ima crvena kola. 2. Deca vole slatke torte. -> Deca vole slatke torte. 3. Kuca je velika. -> Kuca je veliku.

Exercise 2: 1. Vidim __njih__ u parku. 2. __Ona__ voli crvene ruže. 3. On je kupio poklon za __nju__.

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

Congratulations! You have successfully learned about the nominative and accusative cases in Serbian. These cases are essential for understanding the relationships between words in a sentence and expressing various meanings. Keep practicing and applying your knowledge in different contexts to strengthen your command of Serbian grammar. Enjoy your language learning journey!

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

Course Presentation

Introduction to Serbian Grammar

Introduction to Serbian Vocabulary

Introduction to Serbian Culture

Pronouns: Possessive Pronouns

Shopping

Sports and Recreation

Adjectives: Declension

Jobs and Professions

Literature and Poetry

Verbs: Conditional

Entertainment and Media

Art and Artists

Videos[edit | edit source]

Serbian Cases for beginners Part 1 | Nominative, Accusative ...[edit | edit source]

Learn Serbian #10 (To have, Grammatical cases, Accusative ...[edit | edit source]

7 Serbian Cases: What Cases Are and How to Learn Them - YouTube[edit | edit source]

Serbian Cases for beginners Part 2 | Locative and Dative - YouTube[edit | edit source]

Sources[edit | edit source]

Other Lessons[edit | edit source]

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-As a Serbian language teacher with over 20 years of experience, I know how important it is to understand the basics of Serbian grammar. In this lesson, we will focus on two key cases in the Serbian language: Nominative and Accusative.
+== Introduction ==
+Welcome to the lesson on cases in Serbian grammar! Cases are an essential aspect of the Serbian language, and understanding them is crucial for effective communication. In this lesson, we will focus on two cases: the nominative and accusative cases. We will explore their functions, forms, and usage in various contexts. By the end of this lesson, you will have a solid understanding of how to use the nominative and accusative cases correctly in Serbian sentences.
+== The Importance of Cases in Serbian ==
+In Serbian, cases play a significant role in determining the relationship between words in a sentence. They provide essential information about the grammatical roles of nouns, pronouns, adjectives, and other parts of speech. Cases allow us to express various meanings, such as the subject, object, possession, direction, and many more. Without a proper understanding of cases, it can be challenging to convey precise meanings and communicate effectively in Serbian.
+== Structure of the Lesson ==
+This lesson is divided into several sections to help you grasp the concepts of the nominative and accusative cases thoroughly. We will start by introducing the nominative case, followed by the accusative case. Each section will provide explanations, examples, and exercises to reinforce your learning. Additionally, we will explore regional variations in the usage of these cases and share interesting cultural facts along the way. Let's dive in!
 == Nominative Case ==
-The Nominative case is used for the subject of the sentence. When you want to identify a subject or tell who is doing the action, you'll use Nominative case. Let's look at sentence structure in Serbian to better understand this concept.
-* The basic sentence structure in Serbian: Subject [Nominative case] + verb + predicate [Accusative case]
+The nominative case is commonly known as the "subject case" in Serbian. It is used to identify the subject of a sentence, the doer of the action. Nouns, pronouns, and adjectives in the nominative case are typically found in their dictionary forms. Let's take a look at some examples:
-* Examples of Nominative case:
+=== Noun Examples ===
+Nouns in the nominative case can be singular or plural. Here are a few examples:
+{| class="wikitable"
+! Serbian !! Pronunciation !! English
+|-
+| kuća || koo-cha || house
+|-
+| mačka || mach-ka || cat
+|-
+| deca || deh-tsa || children
+|}
+In the examples above, "kuća" means "house," "mačka" means "cat," and "deca" means "children." These nouns are in their dictionary forms, which are also the nominative case forms.
+=== Pronoun Examples ===
+Pronouns, like nouns, also have nominative case forms. Here are a few examples:
 {| class="wikitable"
 ! Serbian !! Pronunciation !! English
 |-
-| Ja radim. || Yah rah-deem || I work.
+| ja || yah || I
 |-
-| Ona peva. || Oh-nah peh-vah || She sings.
+| ti || tee || you (singular)
 |-
-| On voli film. || Ohn vo-lee film || He likes the movie.
+| ona || oh-na || she
 |}
-In these examples, "Ja" (I), "Ona" (She), and "On" (He) are all in the Nominative case because they are the subject of the sentence.
+In the examples above, "ja" means "I," "ti" means "you" (singular), and "ona" means "she." These pronouns are in their nominative case forms.
+=== Adjective Examples ===
+Adjectives in the nominative case agree with the nouns they modify in gender, number, and case. Let's see some examples:
+{| class="wikitable"
+! Serbian !! Pronunciation !! English
+|-
+| lepa kuća || leh-pa koo-cha || beautiful house
+|-
+| crna mačka || tsr-na mach-ka || black cat
+|-
+| srećna deca || sreh-ch-na deh-tsa || happy children
+|}
+In the examples above, "lepa kuća" means "beautiful house," "crna mačka" means "black cat," and "srećna deca" means "happy children." The adjectives "lepa," "crna," and "srećna" agree with the nouns they modify in gender, number, and case.
 == Accusative Case ==
-The Accusative case is used for the direct object of the sentence. When you want to identify who or what is receiving the action, you'll use the Accusative case. Let's take a look at some examples:
-* Examples of Accusative case:
+The accusative case is commonly known as the "object case" in Serbian. It is used to identify the direct object of a verb, the receiver of the action. Nouns, pronouns, and adjectives in the accusative case have specific forms that differ from the nominative case. Let's explore some examples:
+=== Noun Examples ===
+Nouns in the accusative case can also be singular or plural. Here are a few examples:
+{| class="wikitable"
+! Serbian !! Pronunciation !! English
+|-
+| kuću || koo-choo || house
+|-
+| mačku || mach-koo || cat
+|-
+| decu || deh-tsoo || children
+|}
+In the examples above, "kuću" means "house," "mačku" means "cat," and "decu" means "children." These nouns are in their accusative case forms.
+=== Pronoun Examples ===
+Pronouns, like nouns, have specific accusative case forms. Here are a few examples:
 {| class="wikitable"
 ! Serbian !! Pronunciation !! English
 |-
-| Ja kupujem lubenicu. || Yah koo-poo-yem loo-beh-nee-tsu || I'm buying a watermelon.
+| mene || meh-neh || me
 |-
-| On jede jabuku. || Ohn yeh-deh yah-boo-koo || He's eating an apple.
+| tebe || teh-beh || you (singular)
 |-
-| Ona gleda film. || Oh-nah gleh-dah film || She's watching a movie.
+| nju || nyoo || her
 |}
-In these examples, "lubenica" (watermelon), "jabuka" (apple), and "film" (movie) are receiving the action and therefore in the Accusative case.
+In the examples above, "mene" means "me," "tebe" means "you" (singular), and "nju" means "her." These pronouns are in their accusative case forms.
+=== Adjective Examples ===
+Adjectives in the accusative case also agree with the nouns they modify in gender, number, and case. Let's see some examples:
+{| class="wikitable"
+! Serbian !! Pronunciation !! English
+|-
+| lepu kuću || leh-poo koo-choo || beautiful house
+|-
+| crnu mačku || tsr-noo mach-koo || black cat
+|-
+| srećnu decu || sreh-chnoo deh-tsoo || happy children
+|}
+In the examples above, "lepu kuću" means "beautiful house," "crnu mačku" means "black cat," and "srećnu decu" means "happy children." The adjectives "lepu," "crnu," and "srećnu" agree with the nouns they modify in gender, number, and case.
+== Regional Variations and Cultural Facts ==
+Throughout the Serbian-speaking regions, there may be variations in the usage and understanding of the nominative and accusative cases. Some dialects may have different forms or use cases in unique ways. For example, in some dialects, the accusative case may be used to express motion towards a location, similar to the preposition "to" in English.
+Furthermore, understanding the cases in Serbian can provide insights into the rich cultural history of the language. The declension of nouns and adjectives has its roots in the historical development of the Slavic languages. By studying the cases, you are delving into the linguistic heritage of the Serbian people.
+== Exercises ==
+Now it's time to put your knowledge to the test! Complete the following exercises to practice using the nominative and accusative cases correctly. Solutions and explanations will be provided afterward.
-It is important to note that masculine singular nouns have different endings in the Nominative and Accusative cases:
+Exercise 1:
+Rewrite the following sentences, changing the nouns from the nominative case to the accusative case.
-Nominative: hleb (bread)
+. Ona ima crvena kola.
-Accusative: hleb<strong>a</strong> (bread)
+. Deca vole slatke torte.
+. Kuca je velika.
-Nominative: stol<strong>a</strong> (table)
+Exercise 2:
-Accusative: stol (table)
+Fill in the blanks with the appropriate pronoun in the nominative or accusative case.
-Nominative: profesor (teacher)
+. Vidim ____________ u parku.
-Accusative: profesor<strong>a</strong> (teacher)
+. ____________ voli crvene ruže.
+. On je kupio poklon za ____________.
-For feminine singular nouns, the only difference is the ending of the accusative case, which will always end in "u".
+== Solutions ==
-== Tips ==
+Exercise 1:
-* Learning cases can be difficult, but fear not! Practice makes perfect. Make sure to study and practice in order to gain confidence in using them correctly.
+. Ona ima crvena kola. -> Ona ima crvena kola.
-* Try to memorize the gender of the noun with its corresponding endings to help with accurate case usage.
+. Deca vole slatke torte. -> Deca vole slatke torte.
+. Kuca je velika. -> Kuca je veliku.
-== Sources ==
+Exercise 2:
-* [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Serbian_grammar Serbian Grammar]
+. Vidim __njih__ u parku.
-* [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nominative_case Nominative Case]
+. __Ona__ voli crvene ruže.
+. On je kupio poklon za __nju__.
+== Conclusion ==
+Congratulations! You have successfully learned about the nominative and accusative cases in Serbian. These cases are essential for understanding the relationships between words in a sentence and expressing various meanings. Keep practicing and applying your knowledge in different contexts to strengthen your command of Serbian grammar. Enjoy your language learning journey!
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+==Videos==
+===Serbian Cases for beginners Part 1 | Nominative, Accusative ...===
+<youtube>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wb5rGYERtko</youtube>
+===Learn Serbian #10 (To have, Grammatical cases, Accusative ...===
+<youtube>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5TbNorbZBn4</youtube>
+===7 Serbian Cases: What Cases Are and How to Learn Them - YouTube===
+<youtube>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P4xonPytPn8</youtube>
+===Serbian Cases for beginners Part 2 | Locative and Dative - YouTube===
+<youtube>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1LFyWIP5S98</youtube>
+==Sources==
+* [https://serbonika.com/blog/serbian-language/how-to-learn-serbian-cases/ 7 Serbian Cases and How to Learn Them: The Declining Secret ...]
+* [https://slev.life/serbian-cases-chart 7 Serbian Cases: The Definitive Chart]
+* [http://www.studyserbian.com/proba/grammar/nouns_pdf/serbian-accustive-case.pdf The Serbian Accusative Case: Endings and Usage]
+==Other Lessons==
+* [[Language/Serbian/Grammar/Verbs:-Past-Tense|Verbs: Past Tense]]
+* [[Language/Serbian/Grammar/Past-Participle-in-Serbian|Past Participle in Serbian]]
+* [[Language/Serbian/Grammar/Verbs:-Infinitives|Verbs: Infinitives]]
+* [[Language/Serbian/Grammar/Verbs:-Participles|Verbs: Participles]]
+* [[Language/Serbian/Grammar/Prepositions|Prepositions]]
+* [[Language/Serbian/Grammar/Imperative-Tense|Imperative Tense]]
+* [[Language/Serbian/Grammar/Gender|Gender]]
+* [[Language/Serbian/Grammar/Possessive-Case-in-Serbian|Possessive Case in Serbian]]
+* [[Language/Serbian/Grammar/Verbs:-Future-Tense|Verbs: Future Tense]]
+* [[Language/Serbian/Grammar/Plural|Plural]]
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Introduction[edit | edit source]

The Importance of Cases in Serbian[edit | edit source]

Structure of the Lesson[edit | edit source]

Nominative Case[edit | edit source]

Noun Examples[edit | edit source]

Pronoun Examples[edit | edit source]

Adjective Examples[edit | edit source]

Accusative Case[edit | edit source]

Noun Examples[edit | edit source]

Pronoun Examples[edit | edit source]

Adjective Examples[edit | edit source]

Regional Variations and Cultural Facts[edit | edit source]

Exercises[edit | edit source]

Solutions[edit | edit source]

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

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

Videos[edit | edit source]

Serbian Cases for beginners Part 1 | Nominative, Accusative ...[edit | edit source]

Learn Serbian #10 (To have, Grammatical cases, Accusative ...[edit | edit source]

7 Serbian Cases: What Cases Are and How to Learn Them - YouTube[edit | edit source]

Serbian Cases for beginners Part 2 | Locative and Dative - YouTube[edit | edit source]

Sources[edit | edit source]

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