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Introduction[edit | edit source]

In this lesson, we will delve into the fascinating world of Kazakh demonstrative pronouns. Demonstrative pronouns are an essential part of any language, as they allow us to point out and identify objects and people. Mastering these pronouns will not only enhance your communication skills in Kazakh, but also deepen your understanding of the language and its culture. Throughout this lesson, we will explore the different forms and usages of demonstrative pronouns in Kazakh, providing comprehensive explanations and numerous examples to ensure a thorough understanding of the topic.

The Basics of Demonstrative Pronouns[edit | edit source]

Demonstrative pronouns, in their simplest form, are pronouns that indicate or point to something specific. In Kazakh, demonstrative pronouns are used to identify and refer to objects and people in relation to the speaker or the listener. There are three main categories of demonstrative pronouns in Kazakh: proximal, medial, and distal. Each category has singular and plural forms, allowing for precise identification and distinction.

Proximal Demonstrative Pronouns[edit | edit source]

Proximal demonstrative pronouns are used to refer to objects or people that are close to the speaker. They indicate proximity or nearness. Let's take a look at the table below to see the forms of proximal demonstrative pronouns in Kazakh:

Kazakh	Pronunciation	English
бұл	búl	this (singular)
бұлдар	búldar	these (plural)

Here, "бұл" (búl) is the singular form of the proximal demonstrative pronoun, which translates to "this" in English. On the other hand, "бұлдар" (búldar) is the plural form, meaning "these." These pronouns are used to point out objects or people that are physically close to the speaker.

Let's see some examples to better understand the usage of proximal demonstrative pronouns:

Бұл қалам - This pen
Бұлдар кітаптар - These books
Бұл әйел - This woman
Бұлдар әйелдер - These women

As you can see, the proximal demonstrative pronouns are used to indicate objects or people that are near the speaker. They bring attention to specific items or individuals within close proximity.

Medial Demonstrative Pronouns[edit | edit source]

Medial demonstrative pronouns are used to refer to objects or people that are close to the listener. They indicate proximity or nearness to the listener rather than the speaker. Let's take a look at the table below to see the forms of medial demonstrative pronouns in Kazakh:

Kazakh	Pronunciation	English
ол	ól	that (singular)
олар	ólar	those (plural)

In Kazakh, "ол" (ól) is the singular form of the medial demonstrative pronoun, which translates to "that" in English. On the other hand, "олар" (ólar) is the plural form, meaning "those." These pronouns are used to point out objects or people that are physically close to the listener.

Let's see some examples to better understand the usage of medial demonstrative pronouns:

Ол қалам - That pen
Олар кітаптар - Those books
Ол әйел - That woman
Олар әйелдер - Those women

As you can see, the medial demonstrative pronouns are used to indicate objects or people that are near the listener. They bring attention to specific items or individuals within close proximity to the listener.

Distal Demonstrative Pronouns[edit | edit source]

Distal demonstrative pronouns are used to refer to objects or people that are far from both the speaker and the listener. They indicate distance or farness. Let's take a look at the table below to see the forms of distal demonstrative pronouns in Kazakh:

Kazakh	Pronunciation	English
осы	ósı	that (singular)
осылар	ósılar	those (plural)

In Kazakh, "осы" (ósı) is the singular form of the distal demonstrative pronoun, which translates to "that" in English. On the other hand, "осылар" (ósılar) is the plural form, meaning "those." These pronouns are used to point out objects or people that are physically far from both the speaker and the listener.

Let's see some examples to better understand the usage of distal demonstrative pronouns:

Осы қалам - That pen
Осылар кітаптар - Those books
Осы әйел - That woman
Осылар әйелдер - Those women

As you can see, the distal demonstrative pronouns are used to indicate objects or people that are far from both the speaker and the listener. They bring attention to specific items or individuals that are physically distant.

Cultural Insights[edit | edit source]

In Kazakh culture, the usage of demonstrative pronouns reflects not only physical proximity or distance but also the speaker's emotional connection to the objects or people being referred to. For example, the proximal demonstrative pronouns "бұл" (búl) and "бұлдар" (búldar) are often used when the speaker feels a sense of ownership or familiarity with the objects or people being pointed out. On the other hand, the distal demonstrative pronouns "осы" (ósı) and "осылар" (ósılar) are used when the speaker wants to emphasize the separation or detachment from the objects or people being referred to.

Additionally, the usage of demonstrative pronouns can vary across different regions of Kazakhstan. For example, in some regions, the proximal demonstrative pronouns may be used more frequently than the medial or distal pronouns, while in other regions, the opposite may be true. These regional variations reflect the diversity and richness of the Kazakh language and its cultural expressions.

Practice Exercises[edit | edit source]

Now it's time to put your knowledge of Kazakh demonstrative pronouns into practice! Complete the following exercises and check your answers below.

Exercise 1: Fill in the blanks with the appropriate demonstrative pronouns.

1. ... әдемі - That car 2. ... қоша - This house 3. ... қаламдар - These pens 4. ... әйел - That woman 5. ... кітаптар - Those books

Exercise 2: Translate the following sentences into Kazakh, using the appropriate demonstrative pronouns.

1. This is my cat. 2. That is his house. 3. These are our friends. 4. Those are their cars. 5. That woman is a teacher.

Exercise 1: Answers

1. Ол әдемі 2. Бұл қоша 3. Бұлдар қаламдар 4. Ол әйел 5. Осылар кітаптар

Exercise 2: Answers

1. Бұл менің мұсымша. 2. Ол оның үйі. 3. Бұлар біздің достарымыз. 4. Осылар олардың машиналары. 5. Ол әйел мұғалім.

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

Course Presentation

Kazakh Pronunciation

Greetings and Basic Expressions

Kazakh Cases

Food and Drink

Verbs

Traditions and Customs

Family and Relationships

Adjectives

Traveling and Directions

Pronouns

Shopping and Consumerism

Art and Literature

Adverbs

Health and Medical Emergencies

Sports and Recreation

Prepositions and Postpositions

Nature and Environment

Sources[edit | edit source]

Other Lessons[edit | edit source]

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-As a Kazakh language teacher with 20 years of experience, I am excited to introduce you to the topic of demonstrative pronouns in Kazakh. Demonstrative pronouns are words that are used to point out or identify specific people or things. In this lesson, we will become familiar with the Kazakh demonstrative pronouns and their usage in pointing out and identifying objects and people. By the end of this lesson, you will have a solid understanding of how to use demonstrative pronouns in Kazakh language.
+== Introduction ==
+In this lesson, we will delve into the fascinating world of Kazakh demonstrative pronouns. Demonstrative pronouns are an essential part of any language, as they allow us to point out and identify objects and people. Mastering these pronouns will not only enhance your communication skills in Kazakh, but also deepen your understanding of the language and its culture. Throughout this lesson, we will explore the different forms and usages of demonstrative pronouns in Kazakh, providing comprehensive explanations and numerous examples to ensure a thorough understanding of the topic.
+== The Basics of Demonstrative Pronouns ==
+Demonstrative pronouns, in their simplest form, are pronouns that indicate or point to something specific. In Kazakh, demonstrative pronouns are used to identify and refer to objects and people in relation to the speaker or the listener. There are three main categories of demonstrative pronouns in Kazakh: proximal, medial, and distal. Each category has singular and plural forms, allowing for precise identification and distinction.
+=== Proximal Demonstrative Pronouns ===
+Proximal demonstrative pronouns are used to refer to objects or people that are close to the speaker. They indicate proximity or nearness. Let's take a look at the table below to see the forms of proximal demonstrative pronouns in Kazakh:
+{| class="wikitable"
+! Kazakh !! Pronunciation !! English
+|-
+| бұл || búl || this (singular)
+|-
+| бұлдар || búldar || these (plural)
+|}
+Here, "бұл" (búl) is the singular form of the proximal demonstrative pronoun, which translates to "this" in English. On the other hand, "бұлдар" (búldar) is the plural form, meaning "these." These pronouns are used to point out objects or people that are physically close to the speaker.
+Let's see some examples to better understand the usage of proximal demonstrative pronouns:
+* Бұл қалам - This pen
+* Бұлдар кітаптар - These books
+* Бұл әйел - This woman
+* Бұлдар әйелдер - These women
-<span link>With the completion of this lesson, consider investigating these related pages: [[Language/Kazakh/Grammar/Temporal-Adverbs|Temporal Adverbs]] & [[Language/Kazakh/Grammar/Plurals|Plurals]].</span>
+As you can see, the proximal demonstrative pronouns are used to indicate objects or people that are near the speaker. They bring attention to specific items or individuals within close proximity.
-== Kazakh Demonstrative Pronouns ==
-In Kazakh, there are three types of demonstrative pronouns: proximal, medial, and distal. The type of demonstrative pronoun to be used depends on the position of the object or person being referred to in relation to the speaker and the listener.
+=== Medial Demonstrative Pronouns ===
-Here are the Kazakh demonstrative pronouns:
+Medial demonstrative pronouns are used to refer to objects or people that are close to the listener. They indicate proximity or nearness to the listener rather than the speaker. Let's take a look at the table below to see the forms of medial demonstrative pronouns in Kazakh:
 {| class="wikitable"
 ! Kazakh !! Pronunciation !! English
 |-
-| бұл || būl || this
+| ол || ól || that (singular)
 |-
-| ол || ol || that (near the listener)
+| олар || ólar || those (plural)
-|-
-| шығысқа || shïǵysqa || that (far from the listener)
 |}
-As you can see from the table, "бұл" (būl) means "this," "ол" (ol) means "that" when referring to an object or person near the listener, and "шығысқа" (shïǵysqa) means "that" when referring to an object or person far from the listener. It is important to note that the pronunciation of Kazakh words can be difficult for English speakers, but with practice, it becomes easier.
+In Kazakh, "ол" (ól) is the singular form of the medial demonstrative pronoun, which translates to "that" in English. On the other hand, "олар" (ólar) is the plural form, meaning "those." These pronouns are used to point out objects or people that are physically close to the listener.
+Let's see some examples to better understand the usage of medial demonstrative pronouns:
+* Ол қалам - That pen
+* Олар кітаптар - Those books
+* Ол әйел - That woman
+* Олар әйелдер - Those women
+As you can see, the medial demonstrative pronouns are used to indicate objects or people that are near the listener. They bring attention to specific items or individuals within close proximity to the listener.
-== How to Use Demonstrative Pronouns in Kazakh ==
+=== Distal Demonstrative Pronouns ===
-Demonstrative pronouns in Kazakh are used in the same way as in English. They are placed before a noun to indicate which object or person is being referred to. The table below shows some examples of how to use demonstrative pronouns in Kazakh:
+Distal demonstrative pronouns are used to refer to objects or people that are far from both the speaker and the listener. They indicate distance or farness. Let's take a look at the table below to see the forms of distal demonstrative pronouns in Kazakh:
 {| class="wikitable"
 ! Kazakh !! Pronunciation !! English
 |-
-| бұл қалқан || būl qalqan || this book
+| осы || ósı || that (singular)
 |-
-| ол кітап || ol kitap || that book (near the listener)
+| осылар || ósılar || those (plural)
-|-
-| шығысқа үлкен үй || shïǵysqa ïlken ïy || that big house (far from the listener)
 |}
-As you can see from the table, demonstrative pronouns are used to identify the noun being referred to. In the first example, "бұл" (būl) is used to indicate "this book." In the second example, "ол" (ol) is used to indicate "that book" when referring to an object or person near the listener. In the third example, "шығысқа" (shïǵysqa) is used to indicate "that big house" when referring to an object or person far from the listener.
+In Kazakh, "осы" (ósı) is the singular form of the distal demonstrative pronoun, which translates to "that" in English. On the other hand, "осылар" (ósılar) is the plural form, meaning "those." These pronouns are used to point out objects or people that are physically far from both the speaker and the listener.
+Let's see some examples to better understand the usage of distal demonstrative pronouns:
+* Осы қалам - That pen
+* Осылар кітаптар - Those books
+* Осы әйел - That woman
+* Осылар әйелдер - Those women
+As you can see, the distal demonstrative pronouns are used to indicate objects or people that are far from both the speaker and the listener. They bring attention to specific items or individuals that are physically distant.
+== Cultural Insights ==
+In Kazakh culture, the usage of demonstrative pronouns reflects not only physical proximity or distance but also the speaker's emotional connection to the objects or people being referred to. For example, the proximal demonstrative pronouns "бұл" (búl) and "бұлдар" (búldar) are often used when the speaker feels a sense of ownership or familiarity with the objects or people being pointed out. On the other hand, the distal demonstrative pronouns "осы" (ósı) and "осылар" (ósılar) are used when the speaker wants to emphasize the separation or detachment from the objects or people being referred to.
+Additionally, the usage of demonstrative pronouns can vary across different regions of Kazakhstan. For example, in some regions, the proximal demonstrative pronouns may be used more frequently than the medial or distal pronouns, while in other regions, the opposite may be true. These regional variations reflect the diversity and richness of the Kazakh language and its cultural expressions.
+== Practice Exercises ==
+Now it's time to put your knowledge of Kazakh demonstrative pronouns into practice! Complete the following exercises and check your answers below.
-== Tips for Using Demonstrative Pronouns in Kazakh ==
+Exercise 1: Fill in the blanks with the appropriate demonstrative pronouns.
-Here are some tips to keep in mind when using demonstrative pronouns in Kazakh:
+. ... әдемі - That car
+. ... қоша - This house
+. ... қаламдар - These pens
+. ... әйел - That woman
+. ... кітаптар - Those books
-. Choose the right type of demonstrative pronoun based on the location of the noun being referred to.
+Exercise 2: Translate the following sentences into Kazakh, using the appropriate demonstrative pronouns.
-. Always put the demonstrative pronoun before the noun.
+. This is my cat.
+. That is his house.
+. These are our friends.
+. Those are their cars.
+. That woman is a teacher.
-. Pay attention to the pronunciation of Kazakh words and practice them regularly.
+Exercise 1: Answers
-== Conclusion ==
+. Ол әдемі
+. Бұл қоша
+. Бұлдар қаламдар
+. Ол әйел
+. Осылар кітаптар
-In this lesson, we have become familiar with the Kazakh demonstrative pronouns and their usage in pointing out and identifying objects and people. By now, you should have a good understanding of how to use demonstrative pronouns in Kazakh. Keep practicing and using them in your everyday conversations, and you will become more confident in using them correctly.
+Exercise 2: Answers
-<span class='maj'></span>
+. Бұл менің мұсымша.
-==Sources==
+. Ол оның үйі.
-* [https://slaviccenters.duke.edu/sites/slaviccenters.duke.edu/files/file-attachments/kazakh-grammar.pdf A Grammar of Kazakh Zura Dotton, Ph.D John Doyle Wagner]
+. Бұлар біздің достарымыз.
-* [https://www.languagesgulper.com/eng/Kazakh.html Kazakh]
+. Осылар олардың машиналары.
-* [https://theswissbay.ch/pdf/Books/Linguistics/Mega%20linguistics%20pack/Turkic/Kazakh%20Grammar%20with%20Affix%20List%20%28Krippes%29%20%281%29.pdf Kazakh Grammar - with Affix List]
+. Ол әйел мұғалім.
-* [https://wiki.apertium.org/wiki/English_and_Kazakh English and Kazakh - Apertium]
-<span link>Having concluded this lesson, consider checking out these related pages: [[Language/Kazakh/Grammar/Present-Tense|Present Tense]] & [[Language/Kazakh/Grammar/Imperative-Mood|Imperative Mood]].</span>
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-|description=Become familiar with the Kazakh demonstrative pronouns and their usage in pointing out and identifying objects and people. In this lesson, we will become familiar with the Kazakh demonstrative pronouns and their usage in pointing out and identifying objects and people.
+|description=In this lesson, you will learn about demonstrative pronouns in Kazakh, including proximal, medial, and distal pronouns. Explore the usage and cultural insights of demonstrative pronouns in Kazakh.
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+==Sources==
+* [https://slaviccenters.duke.edu/sites/slaviccenters.duke.edu/files/file-attachments/kazakh-grammar.pdf A Grammar of Kazakh Zura Dotton, Ph.D John Doyle Wagner]
+* [https://www.languagesgulper.com/eng/Kazakh.html Kazakh]
+* [https://theswissbay.ch/pdf/Books/Linguistics/Mega%20linguistics%20pack/Turkic/Kazakh%20Grammar%20with%20Affix%20List%20%28Krippes%29%20%281%29.pdf Kazakh Grammar - with Affix List]
+* [https://wiki.apertium.org/wiki/English_and_Kazakh English and Kazakh - Apertium]
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