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Introduction[edit | edit source]

In this lesson, we will delve into the concept of gender in Assamese nouns and how to form plurals. Understanding gender and plurals is crucial for building a strong foundation in the Assamese language. We will explore the rules and patterns associated with gender and plurals, and provide plenty of examples to facilitate your learning experience. By the end of this lesson, you will have a solid understanding of gender and plurals in Assamese and be able to use them in sentences confidently.

Gender in Assamese Nouns[edit | edit source]

In Assamese, nouns are divided into three genders: masculine, feminine, and neuter. The gender of a noun is not determined by its meaning but is instead assigned based on the form or ending of the noun. It is important to note that the gender of a noun affects its associated pronouns, adjectives, and verb forms. Let's explore the different forms and endings that determine the gender of Assamese nouns.

Masculine Nouns[edit | edit source]

Masculine nouns in Assamese typically end with the vowel "আ" (a) or the consonant "ৰ" (r). Here are some examples of masculine nouns:

Assamese	Pronunciation	English
লোৰা (lora)	/lɔɹa/	boy
কলা (kola)	/kɔla/	banana
বইসমূহ (boisomuh)	/bɔisɔmuɦ/	books
বাঘ (bagh)	/bagʰ/	tiger

Feminine Nouns[edit | edit source]

Feminine nouns in Assamese typically end with the vowel "ই" (i) or the consonant "ব" (b). Here are some examples of feminine nouns:

Assamese	Pronunciation	English
মেজলি (mejoli)	/mɛdzɔli/	table
পকা (poka)	/pɔka/	flower
কলি (koli)	/kɔli/	bud
বৰষুণ (borsun)	/bɔɹʃun/	rain

Neuter Nouns[edit | edit source]

Neuter nouns in Assamese typically end with the vowel "অ" (o) or the consonant "ত" (t). Here are some examples of neuter nouns:

Assamese	Pronunciation	English
ঘৰ (ghor)	/gʰɔɹ/	house
মহুৰ (mohur)	/mɔɦuɹ/	peacock
পানি (pani)	/pani/	water
পথ (poth)	/pɔθ/	road

Forming Plurals[edit | edit source]

Now that we have explored the concept of gender in Assamese nouns, let's move on to forming plurals. In Assamese, plurals are formed by adding certain suffixes to the nouns. The suffix used depends on the gender and ending of the noun. Let's explore the different ways to form plurals in Assamese.

Plurals of Masculine Nouns[edit | edit source]

For masculine nouns ending with the vowel "আ" (a), the plural is formed by replacing the "আ" (a) with "ওৱা" (owa). Here are some examples:

লোৰা (lora) (boy) → লোৰাওৱা (lorawoa) (boys)
বাঘ (bagh) (tiger) → বাঘওৱা (baghowa) (tigers)

For masculine nouns ending with the consonant "ৰ" (r), the plural is formed by adding "সমূহ" (somuh) to the noun. Here are some examples:

বই (boi) (book) → বইসমূহ (boisomuh) (books)
বাই (bai) (brother) → বাইসমূহ (baisomuh) (brothers)

Plurals of Feminine Nouns[edit | edit source]

For feminine nouns ending with the vowel "ই" (i), the plural is formed by replacing the "ই" (i) with "ওৱা" (owa). Here are some examples:

মেজলি (mejoli) (table) → মেজলাওৱা (mejolawoa) (tables)
পকা (poka) (flower) → পকাওৱা (pokawoa) (flowers)

For feminine nouns ending with the consonant "ব" (b), the plural is formed by adding "সমূহ" (somuh) to the noun. Here are some examples:

কলি (koli) (bud) → কলিসমূহ (kolisomuh) (buds)
বৰষুণ (borsun) (rain) → বৰষুণসমূহ (borsunsomuh) (rains)

Plurals of Neuter Nouns[edit | edit source]

For neuter nouns ending with the vowel "অ" (o), the plural is formed by replacing the "অ" (o) with "সমূহ" (somuh). Here are some examples:

ঘৰ (ghor) (house) → ঘৰসমূহ (ghorsomuh) (houses)
পানি (pani) (water) → পানিসমূহ (panisomuh) (waters)

For neuter nouns ending with the consonant "ত" (t), the plural is formed by adding "সমূহ" (somuh) to the noun. Here are some examples:

মহুৰ (mohur) (peacock) → মহুৰসমূহ (mohursomuh) (peacocks)
পথ (poth) (road) → পথসমূহ (pothsomuh) (roads)

Cultural Insights[edit | edit source]

Understanding the usage of gender and forming plurals in Assamese is not only important for language learning but also provides insights into the cultural and historical aspects of the language. Assamese, being a rich and diverse language, reflects the cultural diversity and traditions of the Assamese people.

In Assamese literature, the usage of gender in nouns adds depth and beauty to the language. It allows for more nuanced expressions and descriptions. The formation of plurals also plays a significant role in expressing quantities and discussing multiple objects or entities. Learning about gender and plurals in Assamese will not only help you communicate effectively but also appreciate the cultural nuances embedded in the language.

Practice Exercises[edit | edit source]

Now, let's put your knowledge of gender and plurals in Assamese to the test with some practice exercises. Try to form the plurals of the following nouns:

গিৰি (giri) (hill)
কাঠ (kath) (wood)
বাৰ (bar) (year)
মহাবিদ্যালয় (mahavidyalay) (university)

Here are the correct plural forms:

গিৰিসমূহ (girisomuh) (hills)
কাঠসমূহ (kathsomuh) (woods)
বাৰসমূহ (barsomuh) (years)
মহাবিদ্যালয়সমূহ (mahavidyalaysomuh) (universities)

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

Congratulations! You have successfully learned about gender and plurals in Assamese nouns. You now have the knowledge and skills to identify the gender of nouns and form their plurals. Remember to practice using gender and plurals in sentences to reinforce your understanding. Keep exploring the rich cultural heritage of the Assamese language and continue building your language skills. Happy learning!

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

Course Presentation

Introduction to Assamese Script

Greetings and Introductions

Basic Sentence Structure

Numbers and Time

Nouns and Pronouns

Family and Relationships

Verbs and Tenses

Food and Dining

Adjectives and Adverbs

Travel and Transportation

Assamese Festivals and Traditions

Sources[edit | edit source]

Assamese language - Wikipedia

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-Assamese nouns are an essential component of the language. Every noun in Assamese has a gender, either masculine or feminine, and they can be singular or plural. In this lesson, we will learn how to recognize gender in Assamese nouns and how to form plurals.
+== Introduction ==
+In this lesson, we will delve into the concept of gender in Assamese nouns and how to form plurals. Understanding gender and plurals is crucial for building a strong foundation in the Assamese language. We will explore the rules and patterns associated with gender and plurals, and provide plenty of examples to facilitate your learning experience. By the end of this lesson, you will have a solid understanding of gender and plurals in Assamese and be able to use them in sentences confidently.
 == Gender in Assamese Nouns ==
-Gender in Assamese is divided into two categories: masculine and feminine. Masculine nouns usually end with '-or' or '-ok', while feminine nouns usually end with '-a' or '-i'. It's essential to know the gender of a noun as it affects the choice of pronouns and adjectives used in a sentence.
+In Assamese, nouns are divided into three genders: masculine, feminine, and neuter. The gender of a noun is not determined by its meaning but is instead assigned based on the form or ending of the noun. It is important to note that the gender of a noun affects its associated pronouns, adjectives, and verb forms. Let's explore the different forms and endings that determine the gender of Assamese nouns.
-Here are some examples of masculine and feminine nouns in Assamese:
+=== Masculine Nouns ===
+Masculine nouns in Assamese typically end with the vowel "আ" (a) or the consonant "ৰ" (r). Here are some examples of masculine nouns:
 {| class="wikitable"
 ! Assamese !! Pronunciation !! English
 |-
-|ছোৱালখাৰি (chowalkhari)  || /ʧɔ.ʋaːl.kʰɑː.ɾi/ || Barber
+| লোৰা (lora) || /lɔɹa/ || boy
 |-
-|চেলা (chela) || /tʃe.lɑ/ || Student
+| কলা (kola) || /kɔla/ || banana
 |-
-|দুঃখী (dukhhi) || /duːkʰi/|| Sad (adjective)
+| বইসমূহ (boisomuh) || /bɔisɔmuɦ/ || books
 |-
-|লক্ষীৰাম (lokhiram) || /lokhi.ɾɑːm/ || Name of a person (masculine gender)
+| বাঘ (bagh) || /bagʰ/ || tiger
-|-
-|মহিলা (mahila) || /mɔ.hi.lɑ/ || Woman
-|-
-|আপুনি (apuni) || /ɑ.pu.ni/ || You (Formal)
 |}
-As you can see from the examples above, the ending of a noun often gives clues about their gender. However, there are some exceptions, so it's essential to memorize them to avoid confusion.
+=== Feminine Nouns ===
-== Forming Plurals in Assamese ==
-In Assamese, forming plurals is quite straightforward. Usually, adding '-সমূহ' (-sumuh) after the noun makes it plural. Here are some examples:
+Feminine nouns in Assamese typically end with the vowel "ই" (i) or the consonant "ব" (b). Here are some examples of feminine nouns:
 {| class="wikitable"
 ! Assamese !! Pronunciation !! English
 |-
-|খেলা (khela)  || /kʰe.lɑ/ || Game
+| মেজলি (mejoli) || /mɛdzɔli/ || table
 |-
-|খেলাসমূহ (khelasumuh) || /kʰe.lɑː.su.mu/ || Games
+| পকা (poka) || /pɔka/ || flower
 |-
-|ছাতা (chata)  || /ʧɑː.tɑ/ || Umbrella
+| কলি (koli) || /kɔli/ || bud
 |-
-|ছাতাসমূহ (chatasumuh) || /ʧɑː.tɑː.su.mu/ || Umbrellas
+| বৰষুণ (borsun) || /bɔɹʃun/ || rain
 |}
-As you can see from the examples, the plural form is formed by adding '-সমূহ' (-sumuh) at the end of the singular noun. However, some nouns take a different form when they become plural.
+=== Neuter Nouns ===
-Here are some examples of nouns that take a different form when they become plural:
+Neuter nouns in Assamese typically end with the vowel "অ" (o) or the consonant "ত" (t). Here are some examples of neuter nouns:
 {| class="wikitable"
 ! Assamese !! Pronunciation !! English
 |-
-|গুড়া (gura) || /gu.ɾɑ/ || Jaggery (unrefined sugar)
+| ঘৰ (ghor) || /gʰɔɹ/ || house
 |-
-|গুড়া (gura) || /gu.ɾɑː/ || Jaggery (refined sugar)
+| মহুৰ (mohur) || /mɔɦuɹ/ || peacock
 |-
-|ছবি (chobi) || /ʧɔ.bi/ || Picture/ Picture taken
+| পানি (pani) || /pani/ || water
 |-
-|ছবি (chobi) || /ʧɔ.biː.su.mu/ || Pictures
+| পথ (poth) || /pɔθ/ || road
 |}
-As you can see from the examples, the Assamese language has some exceptions when forming plurals that you should be aware of to avoid confusion.
+== Forming Plurals ==
+Now that we have explored the concept of gender in Assamese nouns, let's move on to forming plurals. In Assamese, plurals are formed by adding certain suffixes to the nouns. The suffix used depends on the gender and ending of the noun. Let's explore the different ways to form plurals in Assamese.
+=== Plurals of Masculine Nouns ===
+For masculine nouns ending with the vowel "আ" (a), the plural is formed by replacing the "আ" (a) with "ওৱা" (owa). Here are some examples:
+* লোৰা (lora) (boy) → লোৰাওৱা (lorawoa) (boys)
+* বাঘ (bagh) (tiger) → বাঘওৱা (baghowa) (tigers)
+For masculine nouns ending with the consonant "ৰ" (r), the plural is formed by adding "সমূহ" (somuh) to the noun. Here are some examples:
+* বই (boi) (book) → বইসমূহ (boisomuh) (books)
+* বাই (bai) (brother) → বাইসমূহ (baisomuh) (brothers)
+=== Plurals of Feminine Nouns ===
+For feminine nouns ending with the vowel "ই" (i), the plural is formed by replacing the "ই" (i) with "ওৱা" (owa). Here are some examples:
+* মেজলি (mejoli) (table) → মেজলাওৱা (mejolawoa) (tables)
+* পকা (poka) (flower) → পকাওৱা (pokawoa) (flowers)
+For feminine nouns ending with the consonant "ব" (b), the plural is formed by adding "সমূহ" (somuh) to the noun. Here are some examples:
-== Using Gender and Plurals in Sentences ==
+* কলি (koli) (bud) → কলিসমূহ (kolisomuh) (buds)
+* বৰষুণ (borsun) (rain) → বৰষুণসমূহ (borsunsomuh) (rains)
-Once you know the gender of a noun and how to form plurals, you can use them in sentences. In the examples below, we will show how using gender and plurals affects the choice of adjectives and pronouns in Assamese:
+=== Plurals of Neuter Nouns ===
-Example 1:
+For neuter nouns ending with the vowel "অ" (o), the plural is formed by replacing the "অ" (o) with "সমূহ" (somuh). Here are some examples:
-Assamese: সেকেতি আমাৰ বই পঢ়ে।
+* ঘৰ (ghor) (house) → ঘৰসমূহ (ghorsomuh) (houses)
-Pronunciation: /se.ke.ti ɑ.maɹ bɔi pɒ.ɖʱe/
+* পানি (pani) (water) → পানিসমূহ (panisomuh) (waters)
-English: She is reading our book.
-Example 2:
+For neuter nouns ending with the consonant "ত" (t), the plural is formed by adding "সমূহ" (somuh) to the noun. Here are some examples:
-Assamese: তেওঁ একটা লম্বা বাঘ।
+* মহুৰ (mohur) (peacock) → মহুৰসমূহ (mohursomuh) (peacocks)
-Pronunciation: /te.ɔ̃ ek.tɑ lɔm.bɑ bɑgh/
+* পথ (poth) (road) → পথসমূহ (pothsomuh) (roads)
-English: He is a tall tiger.
-Example 3:
+== Cultural Insights ==
-Assamese: আমি চাৰ খাব।
+Understanding the usage of gender and forming plurals in Assamese is not only important for language learning but also provides insights into the cultural and historical aspects of the language. Assamese, being a rich and diverse language, reflects the cultural diversity and traditions of the Assamese people.
-Pronunciation: /ɑ.mi chaɹ kʰɑb/
-English: I will eat four teas.
-Example 4:
+In Assamese literature, the usage of gender in nouns adds depth and beauty to the language. It allows for more nuanced expressions and descriptions. The formation of plurals also plays a significant role in expressing quantities and discussing multiple objects or entities. Learning about gender and plurals in Assamese will not only help you communicate effectively but also appreciate the cultural nuances embedded in the language.
-Assamese: আমি চাঁদ দেখিত যাব।
+== Practice Exercises ==
-Pronunciation: /ɑ.mi ʧɑ̃d de.kʰi.tʰɔ jɑ.b/
-English: I will see the moon.
-In example 1, we used 'সে' (she) because the noun 'বই' (book) has a feminine gender. In example 2, we used 'তেওঁ' (he) because 'বাঘ' (tiger) has a masculine gender. In example 3, we used the plural form of chai (teas) by adding '-সমূহ' (-sumuh) after 'চাৰ' (four). In example 4, 'চাঁদ' (moon) is a singular noun, so we didn't add anything extra to make it plural.
+Now, let's put your knowledge of gender and plurals in Assamese to the test with some practice exercises. Try to form the plurals of the following nouns:
+* গিৰি (giri) (hill)
+* কাঠ (kath) (wood)
+* বাৰ (bar) (year)
+* মহাবিদ্যালয় (mahavidyalay) (university)
+Here are the correct plural forms:
+* গিৰিসমূহ (girisomuh) (hills)
+* কাঠসমূহ (kathsomuh) (woods)
+* বাৰসমূহ (barsomuh) (years)
+* মহাবিদ্যালয়সমূহ (mahavidyalaysomuh) (universities)
 == Conclusion ==
-In this lesson, we learned about gender and plurals in Assamese nouns. We saw that gender is divided into two categories: masculine and feminine, and that knowing the gender affects the choice of adjectives and pronouns used. We also saw that forming plurals is quite straightforward, with the exception of a few words. By mastering the skill of identifying gender in nouns and forming plurals, you will be well on your way to mastering the Assamese language.
+Congratulations! You have successfully learned about gender and plurals in Assamese nouns. You now have the knowledge and skills to identify the gender of nouns and form their plurals. Remember to practice using gender and plurals in sentences to reinforce your understanding. Keep exploring the rich cultural heritage of the Assamese language and continue building your language skills. Happy learning!
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