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Introduction[edit | edit source]

In this lesson, we will delve into the fascinating world of Georgian grammar and explore the Nominative Case, which is used to identify the subject of a sentence. The Nominative Case plays a crucial role in the Georgian language, and understanding its usage is essential for effective communication. Throughout this lesson, we will examine the rules and intricacies of the Nominative Case, providing comprehensive explanations and numerous examples to enhance your understanding. By the end of this lesson, you will be able to confidently recognize and use the Nominative Case in Georgian sentences.

The Importance of the Nominative Case[edit | edit source]

The Nominative Case is one of the fundamental cases in the Georgian language. It serves the crucial function of identifying the subject of a sentence, allowing us to distinguish who or what is performing the action. Without the Nominative Case, sentences would lack clarity and coherence, making communication difficult. By mastering the Nominative Case, you will be able to construct grammatically correct and meaningful sentences in Georgian.

Structure of the Lesson[edit | edit source]

1. Introduction 2. Importance of the Nominative Case 3. Structure of the Lesson 4. Nominative Case: Definition and Usage 5. Nominative Case Endings 6. Nominative Case with Singular Nouns 7. Nominative Case with Plural Nouns 8. Irregular Nouns in the Nominative Case 9. Nominative Case in Sentence Structure 10. Cultural Insights: Nominative Case in Georgian Literature 11. Exercises: Applying the Nominative Case 12. Solutions and Explanations 13. Conclusion

Nominative Case: Definition and Usage[edit | edit source]

The Nominative Case, known as "სახელმძღვანელო კეისი" (sakhelmts'ghvanelo keisi) in Georgian, is used to identify the subject of a sentence. It answers the question "who?" or "what?" is performing the action. The subject of a sentence is typically the doer of the verb or the entity being described.

For example:

მე ვარ სტუდენტი. (Me var studenti.) - I am a student.
კატა მისცა კაცს. (Kata mischa kats.) - The cat scratched the man.

In the first example, the Nominative Case is used to identify the subject "მე" (me) which means "I". In the second example, the Nominative Case is used to identify the subject "კატა" (kata) which means "the cat".

Nominative Case Endings[edit | edit source]

In Georgian, nouns change their endings depending on the case they are in. The Nominative Case has specific endings for both singular and plural nouns. Let's explore these endings in the following table:

Georgian	Pronunciation	English
კაცი (katsi)	/k'atsi/	man (singular)
კაცები (katsebi)	/k'atsebi/	men (plural)
ქალი (kali)	/k'ali/	woman (singular)
ქალები (kalebi)	/k'alebi/	women (plural)
ბირთვი (birtvi)	/birtvi/	book (singular)
ბირთვები (birtvebi)	/birtvebi/	books (plural)

As you can see from the table, the Nominative Case endings for singular nouns are "-ი" (-i) for masculine nouns, "-ლი" (-li) for feminine nouns, and "-ვი" (-vi) for neuter nouns. For plural nouns, the endings are "-ები" (-ebi) for all genders. Keep in mind that there are exceptions and irregularities in noun declension, which we will discuss later in this lesson.

Nominative Case with Singular Nouns[edit | edit source]

To form the Nominative Case with singular nouns, we generally add the appropriate ending to the noun stem. Let's look at some examples:

კაცი (katsi) - man
ქალი (kali) - woman
ბირთვი (birtvi) - book

In the Nominative Case, these nouns remain unchanged as the subject of the sentence:

კაცი მისცა ბირთვს. (Katsi mischa birtvs.) - The man gave the book.
ქალი მოთხრობის. (Kali mot'khrobis.) - The woman is talking.

In these examples, the nouns "კაცი" (katsi) and "ქალი" (kali) are in the Nominative Case, representing the subjects of the sentences.

Nominative Case with Plural Nouns[edit | edit source]

Plural nouns in the Nominative Case have a distinct ending. Let's see some examples:

კაცები (katsebi) - men
ქალები (kalebi) - women
ბირთვები (birtvebi) - books

When these nouns are used as the subject of a sentence in the Nominative Case, they also remain unchanged:

კაცები მისცეს ბირთვებს. (Katsebi mists'es birtvebs.) - The men gave the books.
ქალები მოთხრეს. (Kalebi mot'khres.) - The women are talking.

In these examples, the plural nouns "კაცები" (katsebi) and "ქალები" (kalebi) are in the Nominative Case, functioning as the subjects of the sentences.

Irregular Nouns in the Nominative Case[edit | edit source]

While most nouns follow regular patterns in the Nominative Case, there are some irregular nouns that undergo changes in their stems. Here are a few examples:

მამა (mama) - father
დედა (deda) - mother
ძმა (dzma) - brother
დამეგობრება (damegobreba) - friendship

These nouns have unique forms in the Nominative Case:

მამა - მამანი (mama - mamani)
დედა - დედანი (deda - dedani)
ძმა - ძმანი (dzma - dzmani)
დამეგობრება - დამეგობრებანი (damegobreba - damegobrebani)

In these examples, the nouns change their stems in the Nominative Case, reflecting their irregularity.

Nominative Case in Sentence Structure[edit | edit source]

In Georgian sentences, the subject in the Nominative Case typically comes before the verb. Let's examine the following examples:

მე ვარ სტუდენტი. (Me var studenti.) - I am a student.
კატა მისცა კაცს. (Kata mischa kats.) - The cat scratched the man.

In these sentences, the subjects "მე" (me) and "კატა" (kata) are in the Nominative Case and precede the verbs "ვარ" (var) and "მისცა" (mischa), respectively. This word order is common in Georgian and helps to clarify the subject of the sentence.

Cultural Insights: Nominative Case in Georgian Literature[edit | edit source]

The Nominative Case plays a significant role in Georgian literature, contributing to the richness and expressiveness of the language. Many renowned Georgian writers and poets, such as Shota Rustaveli and Ilia Chavchavadze, skillfully employed the Nominative Case to convey deep emotions and vivid imagery in their works. By studying the Nominative Case, you not only gain a deeper understanding of the Georgian language but also connect with the cultural heritage and literary traditions of Georgia.

Exercises: Applying the Nominative Case[edit | edit source]

Now it's time to put your knowledge of the Nominative Case into practice! Complete the following exercises by identifying the subject in each sentence and determining whether it is in the Nominative Case.

1. მე მიყვარს საქართველო. (Me miqvars sak'art'velo.) - I love Georgia. 2. მამა მიყვარს მე. (Mama miqvars me.) - Father loves me. 3. ბირთვი მეტყველად დავარა. (Birtvi metqvelad daravar.) - The book fell on the floor. 4. ქალბატონო გათეთრდა დამეგობრება. (Kalbat'ono gatetrdz daamegobreba.) - The lady started a friendship. 5. კურსი მიწვევს სტუდენტებს. (Kursi mits'vevs studenteb.) - The course teaches students.

Solutions and Explanations[edit | edit source]

Let's go through the exercises and check your answers:

1. მე მიყვარს საქართველო. (Me miqvars sak'art'velo.) - I love Georgia. - The subject is "მე" (me), which is in the Nominative Case.

2. მამა მიყვარს მე. (Mama miqvars me.) - Father loves me. - The subject is "მამა" (mama), which is in the Nominative Case.

3. ბირთვი მეტყველად დავარა. (Birtvi metqvelad daravar.) - The book fell on the floor. - The subject is "ბირთვი" (birtvi), which is in the Nominative Case.

4. ქალბატონო გათეთრდა დამეგობრება. (Kalbat'ono gatetrdz daamegobreba.) - The lady started a friendship. - The subject is "ქალბატონო" (kalbat'ono), which is in the Nominative Case.

5. კურსი მიწვევს სტუდენტებს. (Kursi mits'vevs studenteb.) - The course teaches students. - The subject is "კურსი" (kursi), which is in the Nominative Case.

Congratulations on completing the exercises! By successfully identifying the subjects and recognizing their usage in the Nominative Case, you have demonstrated a solid understanding of this essential aspect of Georgian grammar.

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

In this comprehensive lesson, we have explored the Nominative Case and its usage in the Georgian language. We have learned how to identify the subject of a sentence and recognize the Nominative Case endings for both singular and plural nouns. Additionally, we have discussed irregular nouns and their forms in the Nominative Case. By mastering the Nominative Case, you have acquired a powerful tool for constructing grammatically correct and meaningful sentences in Georgian. Keep practicing and applying your knowledge, and soon you will become a confident and fluent speaker of the Georgian language!

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

Course Presentation

Alphabet and Sounds

Greetings and Introductions

Nouns and Cases

Family and Relationships

Food and Drink

Verbs and Tenses

Transportation and Directions

Holidays and Celebrations

Adjectives and Adverbs

Shopping and Services

Arts and Entertainment

Prepositions

Work and Employment

Georgian History and Geography

Sources[edit | edit source]

Other Lessons[edit | edit source]

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+== Introduction ==
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+In this lesson, we will delve into the fascinating world of Georgian grammar and explore the Nominative Case, which is used to identify the subject of a sentence. The Nominative Case plays a crucial role in the Georgian language, and understanding its usage is essential for effective communication. Throughout this lesson, we will examine the rules and intricacies of the Nominative Case, providing comprehensive explanations and numerous examples to enhance your understanding. By the end of this lesson, you will be able to confidently recognize and use the Nominative Case in Georgian sentences.
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+== The Importance of the Nominative Case ==
-As a Georgian language teacher with over 20 years of teaching experience, I believe that mastering the Georgian language requires a solid understanding of its grammar. In this lesson, we will focus on the nominative case, which is a fundamental element in Georgian grammar. We will learn how to use the nominative case to identify the subject of a sentence.
+The Nominative Case is one of the fundamental cases in the Georgian language. It serves the crucial function of identifying the subject of a sentence, allowing us to distinguish who or what is performing the action. Without the Nominative Case, sentences would lack clarity and coherence, making communication difficult. By mastering the Nominative Case, you will be able to construct grammatically correct and meaningful sentences in Georgian.
+== Structure of the Lesson ==
-<span link>Once you've mastered this lesson, take a look at these related pages: [[Language/Georgian/Grammar/Questions|Questions]] & [[Language/Georgian/Grammar/The-adverbial-case|The adverbial case]].</span>
+. Introduction
-== What is the Nominative Case? ==
+. Importance of the Nominative Case
+. Structure of the Lesson
+. Nominative Case: Definition and Usage
+. Nominative Case Endings
+. Nominative Case with Singular Nouns
+. Nominative Case with Plural Nouns
+. Irregular Nouns in the Nominative Case
+. Nominative Case in Sentence Structure
+. Cultural Insights: Nominative Case in Georgian Literature
+. Exercises: Applying the Nominative Case
+. Solutions and Explanations
+. Conclusion
-The nominative case is used to indicate the subject of a sentence. In other words, it is the case used for the noun that performs the action or is described by the verb. The nominative case typically answers the question "who?" or "what?" in a sentence.
+== Nominative Case: Definition and Usage ==
-For example, in the sentence "მე ვისწავლეთ ქართული", which means "I am learning Georgian," the nominative case is used for "მე" (me), which is the subject of the sentence.
+The Nominative Case, known as "სახელმძღვანელო კეისი" (sakhelmts'ghvanelo keisi) in Georgian, is used to identify the subject of a sentence. It answers the question "who?" or "what?" is performing the action. The subject of a sentence is typically the doer of the verb or the entity being described.
-== How to Form Nouns in the Nominative Case ==
+For example:
+* მე ვარ სტუდენტი. (Me var studenti.) - I am a student.
+* კატა მისცა კაცს. (Kata mischa kats.) - The cat scratched the man.
-In Georgian, the nominative case is formed by adding a specific suffix to the stem of the noun. The suffix varies depending on the gender and the ending of the noun.
+In the first example, the Nominative Case is used to identify the subject "მე" (me) which means "I". In the second example, the Nominative Case is used to identify the subject "კატა" (kata) which means "the cat".
-=== Masculine and Feminine Nouns ===
+== Nominative Case Endings ==
-For masculine and feminine nouns that end in a consonant, the nominative suffix is "ი". For example:
+In Georgian, nouns change their endings depending on the case they are in. The Nominative Case has specific endings for both singular and plural nouns. Let's explore these endings in the following table:
 {| class="wikitable"
 ! Georgian !! Pronunciation !! English
 |-
-| ქალი || kal-i || woman
+| კაცი (katsi) || /k'atsi/ || man (singular)
 |-
-| კაცი || kats-i || man
+| კაცები (katsebi) || /k'atsebi/ || men (plural)
 |-
-| წყალი || tsq'al-i || water
+| ქალი (kali) || /k'ali/ || woman (singular)
-|}
-For masculine and feminine nouns that end in a vowel, the nominative suffix is "ს". For example:
-{| class="wikitable"
-! Georgian !! Pronunciation !! English
 |-
-| ქარი || kar-i || dog
+| ქალები (kalebi) || /k'alebi/ || women (plural)
 |-
-| ხორცი || khorc-i || pork
+| ბირთვი (birtvi) || /birtvi/ || book (singular)
 |-
-| მათემატიკა || matematik-a || mathematics
+| ბირთვები (birtvebi) || /birtvebi/ || books (plural)
 |}
-=== Neuter Nouns ===
+As you can see from the table, the Nominative Case endings for singular nouns are "-ი" (-i) for masculine nouns, "-ლი" (-li) for feminine nouns, and "-ვი" (-vi) for neuter nouns. For plural nouns, the endings are "-ები" (-ebi) for all genders. Keep in mind that there are exceptions and irregularities in noun declension, which we will discuss later in this lesson.
+== Nominative Case with Singular Nouns ==
+To form the Nominative Case with singular nouns, we generally add the appropriate ending to the noun stem. Let's look at some examples:
+* კაცი (katsi) - man
+* ქალი (kali) - woman
+* ბირთვი (birtvi) - book
+In the Nominative Case, these nouns remain unchanged as the subject of the sentence:
+* კაცი მისცა ბირთვს. (Katsi mischa birtvs.) - The man gave the book.
+* ქალი მოთხრობის. (Kali mot'khrobis.) - The woman is talking.
+In these examples, the nouns "კაცი" (katsi) and "ქალი" (kali) are in the Nominative Case, representing the subjects of the sentences.
+== Nominative Case with Plural Nouns ==
+Plural nouns in the Nominative Case have a distinct ending. Let's see some examples:
+* კაცები (katsebi) - men
+* ქალები (kalebi) - women
+* ბირთვები (birtvebi) - books
+When these nouns are used as the subject of a sentence in the Nominative Case, they also remain unchanged:
+* კაცები მისცეს ბირთვებს. (Katsebi mists'es birtvebs.) - The men gave the books.
+* ქალები მოთხრეს. (Kalebi mot'khres.) - The women are talking.
+In these examples, the plural nouns "კაცები" (katsebi) and "ქალები" (kalebi) are in the Nominative Case, functioning as the subjects of the sentences.
+== Irregular Nouns in the Nominative Case ==
+While most nouns follow regular patterns in the Nominative Case, there are some irregular nouns that undergo changes in their stems. Here are a few examples:
+* მამა (mama) - father
+* დედა (deda) - mother
+* ძმა (dzma) - brother
+* დამეგობრება (damegobreba) - friendship
+These nouns have unique forms in the Nominative Case:
+* მამა - მამანი (mama - mamani)
+* დედა - დედანი (deda - dedani)
+* ძმა - ძმანი (dzma - dzmani)
+* დამეგობრება - დამეგობრებანი (damegobreba - damegobrebani)
+In these examples, the nouns change their stems in the Nominative Case, reflecting their irregularity.
+== Nominative Case in Sentence Structure ==
+In Georgian sentences, the subject in the Nominative Case typically comes before the verb. Let's examine the following examples:
+* მე ვარ სტუდენტი. (Me var studenti.) - I am a student.
+* კატა მისცა კაცს. (Kata mischa kats.) - The cat scratched the man.
+In these sentences, the subjects "მე" (me) and "კატა" (kata) are in the Nominative Case and precede the verbs "ვარ" (var) and "მისცა" (mischa), respectively. This word order is common in Georgian and helps to clarify the subject of the sentence.
+== Cultural Insights: Nominative Case in Georgian Literature ==
+The Nominative Case plays a significant role in Georgian literature, contributing to the richness and expressiveness of the language. Many renowned Georgian writers and poets, such as Shota Rustaveli and Ilia Chavchavadze, skillfully employed the Nominative Case to convey deep emotions and vivid imagery in their works. By studying the Nominative Case, you not only gain a deeper understanding of the Georgian language but also connect with the cultural heritage and literary traditions of Georgia.
+== Exercises: Applying the Nominative Case ==
+Now it's time to put your knowledge of the Nominative Case into practice! Complete the following exercises by identifying the subject in each sentence and determining whether it is in the Nominative Case.
+. მე მიყვარს საქართველო. (Me miqvars sak'art'velo.) - I love Georgia.
+. მამა მიყვარს მე. (Mama miqvars me.) - Father loves me.
+. ბირთვი მეტყველად დავარა. (Birtvi metqvelad daravar.) - The book fell on the floor.
+. ქალბატონო გათეთრდა დამეგობრება. (Kalbat'ono gatetrdz daamegobreba.) - The lady started a friendship.
+. კურსი მიწვევს სტუდენტებს. (Kursi mits'vevs studenteb.) - The course teaches students.
-For neuter nouns that end in a consonant, the nominative suffix is "ო". For example:
+== Solutions and Explanations ==
-{| class="wikitable"
+Let's go through the exercises and check your answers:
-! Georgian !! Pronunciation !! English
-|-
-| სახლო || saxl-o || house
-|-
-| სასტუმრო || sastumr-o || hotel
-|-
-| წიგნი || tsign-i || book
-|}
-For neuter nouns that end in a vowel, the nominative suffix is "ა". For example:
+. მე მიყვარს საქართველო. (Me miqvars sak'art'velo.) - I love Georgia.
+- The subject is "მე" (me), which is in the Nominative Case.
-{| class="wikitable"
+. მამა მიყვარს მე. (Mama miqvars me.) - Father loves me.
-! Georgian !! Pronunciation !! English
+- The subject is "მამა" (mama), which is in the Nominative Case.
-|-
-| მზესავი || mzesav-i || sunflower
-|-
-| ირმისავი || irmisav-i || snowdrop
-|-
-| ფოთოლი || potol-i || squash
-|}
-== Examples of the Nominative Case ==
+. ბირთვი მეტყველად დავარა. (Birtvi metqvelad daravar.) - The book fell on the floor.
+- The subject is "ბირთვი" (birtvi), which is in the Nominative Case.
-Here are some examples of sentences using the nominative case:
+. ქალბატონო გათეთრდა დამეგობრება. (Kalbat'ono gatetrdz daamegobreba.) - The lady started a friendship.
+- The subject is "ქალბატონო" (kalbat'ono), which is in the Nominative Case.
-* მე მიყვარს ქალი - Me miqvars kal-i - I love a woman.
+. კურსი მიწვევს სტუდენტებს. (Kursi mits'vevs studenteb.) - The course teaches students.
-* სად ისევ ხომ არ ხარ კაცი - Sad isev xom ar xar kats-i - Where are you still not a man?
+- The subject is "კურსი" (kursi), which is in the Nominative Case.
-* მე მძლავრის წყალი ვერ მიმართება - Me mdzalavris tsq'al-i ver mimarteba - Water cannot stop me.
-== Tips for Mastering the Nominative Case ==
+Congratulations on completing the exercises! By successfully identifying the subjects and recognizing their usage in the Nominative Case, you have demonstrated a solid understanding of this essential aspect of Georgian grammar.
-- Practice regularly: Practice forming nouns in the nominative case until you are comfortable and confident.
+== Conclusion ==
-- Pay attention to the gender and the ending of the noun: The suffix used for the nominative case depends on the gender and ending of the noun.
-- Observe examples in context: Observe how nouns in the nominative case are used in different contexts and try to understand their function in sentences.
-By mastering the nominative case, you will be able to identify the subject of a sentence in Georgian, which is essential for constructing meaningful and grammatically correct sentences.
+In this comprehensive lesson, we have explored the Nominative Case and its usage in the Georgian language. We have learned how to identify the subject of a sentence and recognize the Nominative Case endings for both singular and plural nouns. Additionally, we have discussed irregular nouns and their forms in the Nominative Case. By mastering the Nominative Case, you have acquired a powerful tool for constructing grammatically correct and meaningful sentences in Georgian. Keep practicing and applying your knowledge, and soon you will become a confident and fluent speaker of the Georgian language!
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+==Sources==
+* [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Georgian_grammar Georgian grammar - Wikipedia]
+* [https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Appendix:Georgian_noun_declension Appendix:Georgian noun declension - Wiktionary]
+* [https://en.wikibooks.org/wiki/Georgian/Nouns Georgian/Nouns - Wikibooks, open books for an open world]
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-==Sources==
-* [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Georgian_grammar Georgian grammar - Wikipedia]
-* [https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Appendix:Georgian_noun_declension Appendix:Georgian noun declension - Wiktionary]
-* [https://en.wikibooks.org/wiki/Georgian/Nouns Georgian/Nouns - Wikibooks, open books for an open world]
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