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Introduction

Welcome to the "Complete 0 to A1 Armenian Course"! In this lesson, we will delve into the topic of prepositions in the Armenian language. Prepositions play a crucial role in sentence construction and help us express relationships between different elements. Understanding how to use prepositions correctly is essential for effective communication in Armenian. By the end of this lesson, you will have a solid foundation in Armenian prepositions and be able to use them confidently in your conversations.

Throughout this lesson, we will explore the various types of prepositions, their usage, and provide numerous examples to illustrate each point. Additionally, we will delve into regional variations in the usage of prepositions and share interesting cultural facts related to this topic. To reinforce your learning, we have included exercises and practice scenarios for you to apply what you have learned.

Let's jump right in and explore the fascinating world of Armenian prepositions!

Types of Prepositions

Armenian prepositions can be broadly categorized into three types: simple prepositions, compound prepositions, and prepositional phrases.

Simple Prepositions

Simple prepositions are single words that indicate location, direction, time, manner, or possession. Let's take a look at some common Armenian simple prepositions and their usage:

Armenian	Pronunciation	English Translation
վրա	vra	on, upon, over
մեջ	mej	in, inside
դեպի	depi	to, towards
երկար	yerkar	for, in favor of
առաջին	arrajin	first
վերադարձնել	veradarnel	return, go back

Here are a few examples to help you understand the usage of simple prepositions:

Գլխին վրա գտնվում է գեղեցկություն։ (Glkhin vra gtnvum e gegetsutyun.) - The hat is on the head.

Գտնվում է գրքի մեջ։ (Gtnvum e grki mej.) - It is inside the book.

Անդամնակցության մասին ես մեր հայոց հիմնավորումներից սովորեցիք։ (Andamnaktsutyan masin es mer hayots himnavorumnerits sovoretsik.) - You learned about the organization from our Armenian national anthems.

Compound Prepositions

Compound prepositions are formed by combining a simple preposition with other words, such as nouns or adjectives. These compound prepositions convey more specific meanings and help to express more complex relationships. Let's take a look at some common Armenian compound prepositions and their usage:

Armenian	Pronunciation	English Translation
միջինդեմ	mijintem	between
առանցից	arranctsits	without
մեջբերում	mejberum	during
հանգեցնել	hangetsnel	except
համարձակում	hamarjakum	because of
ուղարկել հետևանք	ugharel hetevank	according to

Here are a few examples to help you understand the usage of compound prepositions:

Երկու մարմինների միջինդեմ գտնվում է բոլոր կենդանիների բազմաթիվ բանակցությունը։ (Yerku marminnery mijintem gtnvum e bolor kendanineri bazmativ banktsutyun.) - Between the two bodies lies the diverse interaction of all animals.

Այս գումարը բանկայի առանցից է։ (Ays gumar banyayi arranctsits e.) - This amount is without a bank.

Մասնակցությունները անհամարձակվում են միջբերում պատերազմին։ (Masnaktsutyunner anhamarjakvum en mejberum paterazmin.) - Participations are increasing during the war.

Prepositional Phrases

Prepositional phrases consist of a preposition and one or more words that function as its object. These phrases often express specific meanings and are commonly used in everyday language. Let's take a look at some common Armenian prepositional phrases and their usage:

Armenian	Pronunciation	English Translation
վրասենյակի մեջ	vrasenyaki mej	in the room
աշխարհի բոլոր մարզերում	ashkharhi bolor marzerum	in all the world
բարեկամի հետ	barekami het	with a friend
արտասանելով նա	artasanelov na	by looking at her
ծաղկաբանել հետագայում	tsaghkabanel hetagayum	to talk about the past

Here are a few examples to help you understand the usage of prepositional phrases:

Օրինակում, մենք կարող ենք գտնվել վրասենյակի մեջ։ (Orinakum, menk karogh enk gtnvel vrasenyaki mej.) - For example, we can be found in the room.

Երկու լեզուներով խոսելուց հետո համալիրեցինք։ (Yerku lezuneryov khoseluts heto hamaliretsink.) - After speaking in two languages, we reconciled.

Բարեկամի հետ գնալով տղամարդու տուրը ավելի հեշտ է։ (Barekami het gnalov tghamardu tora aveli hesht e.) - Going with a friend makes the journey easier.

Cultural Insights

Armenian prepositions, like any other aspect of language, are influenced by the cultural and historical context of the Armenian people. The usage and understanding of prepositions may vary across different regions of Armenia, as well as among the Armenian diaspora communities around the world. Let's explore some interesting cultural insights related to prepositions in Armenian:

Regional Variations

Armenia is a country with diverse dialects, and these dialects often exhibit variations in the usage of prepositions. For example, in the Western Armenian dialect, which is spoken by the Armenian diaspora community, the preposition "մեջ" (mej), meaning "in" or "inside," is often pronounced as "մեջերս" (mejers). This slight variation in pronunciation reflects the historical development of the language within the diaspora community.

In addition to dialectal variations, regional differences in the usage of prepositions can also be observed within Armenia itself. For instance, in some regions, the preposition "առաջին" (arrajin), meaning "first," is commonly used to refer to the day before yesterday. However, in other regions, the preposition "վերջին" (verjin), meaning "last," is used instead. These subtle differences highlight the rich linguistic diversity within the Armenian language.

Historical Significance

The usage of prepositions in Armenian has been shaped by the country's historical experiences and cultural influences. Throughout its history, Armenia has been influenced by different empires and neighboring cultures, such as the Persian, Byzantine, and Ottoman empires. These influences have left their mark on the Armenian language, including the usage of prepositions.

For example, the preposition "համարձակում" (hamarjakum), meaning "because of," reflects the Persian influence on Armenian. The Persian language has had a significant impact on Armenian vocabulary and grammar, and this is evident in the usage of certain prepositions.

Understanding the cultural and historical factors that have shaped the usage of prepositions in Armenian not only enhances our language skills but also provides insights into the rich heritage and identity of the Armenian people.

Practice Exercises

Now that we have explored the various types of prepositions and gained cultural insights, let's put our knowledge to the test with some practice exercises. In each exercise, choose the correct preposition to complete the sentence.

1. Երեք տարի առաջ նա գնաց աշխատանքից։

  a) վերջին
  b) առաջին
  c) վրա
  d) դեպի

2. Ես անհամարձակում եմ գիտելու այս մասին։

  a) մեջ
  b) համարձակում
  c) մեջբերում
  d) վրա

3. Մենք կարող ենք գտնվել անհամարձակված վայրերում։

  a) մեջբերում
  b) առանցից
  c) վրա
  d) դեպի

4. Իմ քայլերի մասին խոսելուց հետո մենք համալիրեցինք։

  a) մեջ
  b) համարձակում
  c) մեջբերում
  d) վրա

5. Խոսելուց հետո նա գնաց ուղարկել հետևանք։

  a) մեջ
  b) համարձակում
  c) մեջբերում
  d) վրա

Solutions

1. b) առաջին 2. b) համարձակում 3. a) մեջբերում 4. c) մեջբերում 5. b) համարձակում

Conclusion

Congratulations! You have completed the "Armenian Grammar → Prepositions" lesson. You have learned about the different types of prepositions, their usage, and gained cultural insights into the Armenian language. With this knowledge, you will be able to construct sentences more effectively and express relationships between different elements in Armenian.

Continue practicing and applying what you have learned in real-life situations to further enhance your language skills. In the next lesson, we will explore conditional sentences in Armenian. Keep up the great work!

Table of Contents - Armenian Course - 0 to A1

Course Presentation

Greetings and Introductions

Alphabet and Pronunciation

Numbers and Time

Basic Sentence Structure

Family and Relationships

Nouns and Pronouns

Food and Dining

Verbs and Tenses

Travel and Transportation

Adjectives and Adverbs

Armenian Traditions and Customs

Sources

Armenian Prepositions

Other Lessons

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+__TOC__
+== Introduction ==
+Welcome to the "Complete 0 to A1 Armenian Course"! In this lesson, we will delve into the topic of prepositions in the Armenian language. Prepositions play a crucial role in sentence construction and help us express relationships between different elements. Understanding how to use prepositions correctly is essential for effective communication in Armenian. By the end of this lesson, you will have a solid foundation in Armenian prepositions and be able to use them confidently in your conversations.
-<div class="pg_page_title">[[Language/Armenian|Armenian]]  → [[Language/Armenian/Grammar|Grammar]] → Prepositions</div>
+Throughout this lesson, we will explore the various types of prepositions, their usage, and provide numerous examples to illustrate each point. Additionally, we will delve into regional variations in the usage of prepositions and share interesting cultural facts related to this topic. To reinforce your learning, we have included exercises and practice scenarios for you to apply what you have learned.
-__TOC__
+Let's jump right in and explore the fascinating world of Armenian prepositions!
-As an Armenian language teacher with 20 years of experience, I believe that learning prepositions is an important step towards achieving fluency in Armenian. Prepositions are words that link nouns, pronouns, and phrases to other words in a sentence. In this lesson, we will cover the usage of prepositions in Armenian and provide related practice exercises.
+== Types of Prepositions ==
+Armenian prepositions can be broadly categorized into three types: simple prepositions, compound prepositions, and prepositional phrases.
-<span link>After mastering this lesson, these related pages might interest you: [[Language/Armenian/Grammar/Subject-Verb-Object|Subject Verb Object]] & [[Language/Armenian/Grammar/To-Like,-To-Want,-To-Wish|To Like, To Want, To Wish]].</span>
+=== Simple Prepositions ===
-== Preposition Usage ==
-Prepositions are used to indicate time, place, direction, means, manner, and purpose in a sentence. In Armenian, prepositions come before the noun or pronoun that they modify. Here are some of the most commonly used prepositions in Armenian:
+Simple prepositions are single words that indicate location, direction, time, manner, or possession. Let's take a look at some common Armenian simple prepositions and their usage:
 {| class="wikitable"
 ! Armenian !! Pronunciation !! English Translation
 |-
-| անդր || antir || in front of
+| վրա || vra || on, upon, over
 |-
-| բաժին || bazhin || inside
+| մեջ || mej || in, inside
 |-
-| գովազդ || govazd || on behalf of
+| դեպի || depi || to, towards
 |-
-| դեմ || dem || about
+| երկար || yerkar || for, in favor of
 |-
-| երեւույթ || erevuytyun || because of
+| առաջին || arrajin || first
 |-
-| ի դեպ || i dep || instead of
+| վերադարձնել || veradarnel || return, go back
+|}
+Here are a few examples to help you understand the usage of simple prepositions:
+* Գլխին վրա գտնվում է գեղեցկություն։ (Glkhin vra gtnvum e gegetsutyun.) - The hat is on the head.
+* Գտնվում է գրքի մեջ։ (Gtnvum e grki mej.) - It is inside the book.
+* Անդամնակցության մասին ես մեր հայոց հիմնավորումներից սովորեցիք։ (Andamnaktsutyan masin es mer hayots himnavorumnerits sovoretsik.) - You learned about the organization from our Armenian national anthems.
+=== Compound Prepositions ===
+Compound prepositions are formed by combining a simple preposition with other words, such as nouns or adjectives. These compound prepositions convey more specific meanings and help to express more complex relationships. Let's take a look at some common Armenian compound prepositions and their usage:
+{| class="wikitable"
+! Armenian !! Pronunciation !! English Translation
 |-
-| կողմ || koghm || beside
+| միջինդեմ || mijintem || between
 |-
-| մոտ || mot || near
+| առանցից || arranctsits || without
 |-
-| միջոցով || mijotsov || by means of
+| մեջբերում || mejberum || during
 |-
-| մշտակույթ || mshtakutyun || due to
+| հանգեցնել || hangetsnel || except
 |-
-| մեջ || mej || in, inside, within
+| համարձակում || hamarjakum || because of
 |-
-| մոտեցում || motezum || approaching, about to
+| ուղարկել հետևանք || ugharel hetevank || according to
+|}
+Here are a few examples to help you understand the usage of compound prepositions:
+* Երկու մարմինների միջինդեմ գտնվում է բոլոր կենդանիների բազմաթիվ բանակցությունը։ (Yerku marminnery mijintem gtnvum e bolor kendanineri bazmativ banktsutyun.) - Between the two bodies lies the diverse interaction of all animals.
+* Այս գումարը բանկայի առանցից է։ (Ays gumar banyayi arranctsits e.) - This amount is without a bank.
+* Մասնակցությունները անհամարձակվում են միջբերում պատերազմին։ (Masnaktsutyunner anhamarjakvum en mejberum paterazmin.) - Participations are increasing during the war.
+=== Prepositional Phrases ===
+Prepositional phrases consist of a preposition and one or more words that function as its object. These phrases often express specific meanings and are commonly used in everyday language. Let's take a look at some common Armenian prepositional phrases and their usage:
+{| class="wikitable"
+! Armenian !! Pronunciation !! English Translation
 |-
-| մուտք || mutk || into, inside
+| վրասենյակի մեջ || vrasenyaki mej || in the room
 |-
-| մուտքին || mutk’in || inside
+| աշխարհի բոլոր մարզերում || ashkharhi bolor marzerum || in all the world
 |-
-| պահանջ || pahanj || in order to, for the purpose of
+| բարեկամի հետ || barekami het || with a friend
 |-
-| սեզմ || sezm || except for
+| արտասանելով նա || artasanelov na || by looking at her
 |-
-| վերադարձ || veradarc || towards
+| ծաղկաբանել հետագայում || tsaghkabanel hetagayum || to talk about the past
-|-
-| վրա || vra || on, upon, over
-|-
-| վրայով || vrayov || by, with, through, using
 |}
-These prepositions can be used in various contexts and have different meanings depending on the specific sentence. Therefore, it is important to understand their usage in context through practice exercises.
+Here are a few examples to help you understand the usage of prepositional phrases:
+* Օրինակում, մենք կարող ենք գտնվել վրասենյակի մեջ։ (Orinakum, menk karogh enk gtnvel vrasenyaki mej.) - For example, we can be found in the room.
+* Երկու լեզուներով խոսելուց հետո համալիրեցինք։ (Yerku lezuneryov khoseluts heto hamaliretsink.) - After speaking in two languages, we reconciled.
+* Բարեկամի հետ գնալով տղամարդու տուրը ավելի հեշտ է։ (Barekami het gnalov tghamardu tora aveli hesht e.) - Going with a friend makes the journey easier.
+== Cultural Insights ==
+Armenian prepositions, like any other aspect of language, are influenced by the cultural and historical context of the Armenian people. The usage and understanding of prepositions may vary across different regions of Armenia, as well as among the Armenian diaspora communities around the world. Let's explore some interesting cultural insights related to prepositions in Armenian:
+=== Regional Variations ===
+Armenia is a country with diverse dialects, and these dialects often exhibit variations in the usage of prepositions. For example, in the Western Armenian dialect, which is spoken by the Armenian diaspora community, the preposition "մեջ" (mej), meaning "in" or "inside," is often pronounced as "մեջերս" (mejers). This slight variation in pronunciation reflects the historical development of the language within the diaspora community.
+In addition to dialectal variations, regional differences in the usage of prepositions can also be observed within Armenia itself. For instance, in some regions, the preposition "առաջին" (arrajin), meaning "first," is commonly used to refer to the day before yesterday. However, in other regions, the preposition "վերջին" (verjin), meaning "last," is used instead. These subtle differences highlight the rich linguistic diversity within the Armenian language.
+=== Historical Significance ===
+The usage of prepositions in Armenian has been shaped by the country's historical experiences and cultural influences. Throughout its history, Armenia has been influenced by different empires and neighboring cultures, such as the Persian, Byzantine, and Ottoman empires. These influences have left their mark on the Armenian language, including the usage of prepositions.
+For example, the preposition "համարձակում" (hamarjakum), meaning "because of," reflects the Persian influence on Armenian. The Persian language has had a significant impact on Armenian vocabulary and grammar, and this is evident in the usage of certain prepositions.
+Understanding the cultural and historical factors that have shaped the usage of prepositions in Armenian not only enhances our language skills but also provides insights into the rich heritage and identity of the Armenian people.
 == Practice Exercises ==
-To ensure that you have understood the usage of prepositions, here are some practice exercises for you to try out:
+Now that we have explored the various types of prepositions and gained cultural insights, let's put our knowledge to the test with some practice exercises. In each exercise, choose the correct preposition to complete the sentence.
-. Translate the following sentences into Armenian:
+. Երեք տարի առաջ նա գնաց աշխատանքից։
+   a) վերջին
+   b) առաջին
+   c) վրա
+   d) դեպի
-* I am going to the store.
+. Ես անհամարձակում եմ գիտելու այս մասին։
-* He left his keys on the table.
+   a) մեջ
-* The book is under the bed.
+   b) համարձակում
-* She is coming from work.
+   c) մեջբերում
-* The flowers are for you.
+   d) վրա
-. Fill in the blanks with the correct preposition:
+. Մենք կարող ենք գտնվել անհամարձակված վայրերում։
+   a) մեջբերում
+   b) առանցից
+   c) վրա
+   d) դեպի
-* The cat is _______ the roof.
+. Իմ քայլերի մասին խոսելուց հետո մենք համալիրեցինք։
-* The train is going _______ the tunnel.
+   a) մեջ
-* The children are playing _______ the park.
+   b) համարձակում
-* The car is parked _______ the garage.
+   c) մեջբերում
-* The cup is _______ the table.
+   d) վրա
-By practicing these exercises, you will become more comfortable with using prepositions in different contexts and building more complex sentences in Armenian.
+. Խոսելուց հետո նա գնաց ուղարկել հետևանք։
+   a) մեջ
+   b) համարձակում
+   c) մեջբերում
+   d) վրա
-I hope this lesson has been helpful in understanding prepositions in Armenian. Keep practicing and soon you will master the Armenian language!
+== Solutions ==
+. b) առաջին
+. b) համարձակում
+. a) մեջբերում
+. c) մեջբերում
+. b) համարձակում
+== Conclusion ==
+Congratulations! You have completed the "Armenian Grammar → Prepositions" lesson. You have learned about the different types of prepositions, their usage, and gained cultural insights into the Armenian language. With this knowledge, you will be able to construct sentences more effectively and express relationships between different elements in Armenian.
+Continue practicing and applying what you have learned in real-life situations to further enhance your language skills. In the next lesson, we will explore conditional sentences in Armenian. Keep up the great work!
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