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In this lesson, we will embark on an exciting journey into the world of Nepali verbs. Verbs are fundamental building blocks of language, acting as action words that bring life to our sentences. Whether you want to express what you're doing, what you have done, or what you will do, understanding verbs in Nepali is essential.

Why are verbs so important? Well, they are the heartbeat of communication! Without them, our sentences would lack meaning and clarity. In this introduction to Nepali verbs, we will cover the following topics:

• The structure of Nepali verbs

• Types of verbs

• Conjugation and its importance

• Examples of common Nepali verbs

• Practice exercises to reinforce your learning

This lesson aims to provide you with a strong foundation to understand how to use Nepali verbs effectively as you progress in your language learning journey. So, let’s dive right in!

Structure of Nepali Verbs

Nepali verbs are unique in their structure and usage compared to English verbs. Let's break down the key aspects of Nepali verbs.

Basic Structure

In Nepali, verbs generally consist of a root and various suffixes that convey tense, mood, and aspect. The root of the verb remains constant, while the suffixes change according to the subject and tense.

Types of Verbs

There are two main types of verbs in Nepali: transitive and intransitive.

• Transitive Verbs: These verbs require an object to complete their meaning.

• Intransitive Verbs: These verbs do not require an object and can stand alone.

Here’s a simple table to illustrate these concepts:

Verb Type	Example in Nepali	English Translation
Transitive	म किताब पढ्छु।	I read a book.
Intransitive	म हाँस्छु।	I laugh.

Conjugation of Nepali Verbs

Conjugation is the process of changing a verb form to provide information about the action being performed. In Nepali, verbs are conjugated based on tense (present, past, future) and the subject of the sentence (who is doing the action).

Present Tense Conjugation

Let's look at how the verb "to eat" (खानु - khānu) is conjugated in different forms in the present tense.

Subject	Nepali	Pronunciation	English
I	म खान्छु।	ma khānchu	I eat.
You (singular)	तिमी खान्छौ।	timī khānchhau	You eat.
He/She	ऊ खान्छ।	ū khāncha	He/She eats.
We	हामी खान्छौं।	hāmī khānchhau	We eat.
You (plural)	तपाईँ खानुहुन्छ।	tapāiṅ khānuhunchha	You eat.
They	उनीहरू खान्छन्।	unīhārū khānchan	They eat.

Past Tense Conjugation

Now, let’s explore how to conjugate the same verb "to eat" in the past tense.

Subject	Nepali	Pronunciation	English
I	माले खाएको छु।	māle khāeko chu	I ate.
You (singular)	तिमीले खाएको छौ।	timīle khāeko chhau	You ate.
He/She	उसले खाएको छ।	usle khāeko cha	He/She ate.
We	हामीले खाएको छौं।	hāmīle khāeko chhau	We ate.
You (plural)	तपाईँले खाएको हुनुभयो।	tapāiṅle khāeko hunubhayō	You ate.
They	उनीहरूले खाएको छन्।	unīharūle khāeko chan	They ate.

Future Tense Conjugation

Finally, let's see how to conjugate "to eat" in the future tense.

Subject	Nepali	Pronunciation	English
I	म खानेछु।	ma khānechu	I will eat.
You (singular)	तिमी खानेछौ।	timī khānechhau	You will eat.
He/She	ऊ खानेछ।	ū khānecha	He/She will eat.
We	हामी खानेछौं।	hāmī khānechhau	We will eat.
You (plural)	तपाईँ खानेहुन्छ।	tapāiṅ khānehunchha	You will eat.
They	उनीहरू खानेछन्।	unīhārū khānechan	They will eat.

Common Nepali Verbs

Here are some common Nepali verbs that you will frequently encounter:

Nepali (individual language)	Pronunciation	English Translation
जानु	jānū	to go
आउनु	āunū	to come
ब गर्नु	ba garnu	to do
हाँस्नु	hānsnu	to laugh
खेल्नु	khelnu	to play
काम गर्नु	kām garnu	to work
पढ्नु	paḍhnu	to read
लेख्नु	lekhnu	to write
बोल्नु	bolnu	to speak
सम्झनु	samjhanū	to remember

These verbs form part of your daily conversations and will help you express various actions.

Practice Exercises

Now, let’s solidify your understanding of Nepali verbs with some practice exercises.

Exercise 1: Fill in the Blanks

Complete the sentences with the correct form of the verb "to eat" (खानु - khānu) in the present tense.

1. म ____। (I eat)

2. तिमी ____। (You eat)

3. ऊ ____। (He/She eats)

Solution:

1. म खान्छु। (ma khānchu)

2. तिमी खान्छौ। (timī khānchhau)

3. ऊ खान्छ। (ū khāncha)

Exercise 2: Identify the Verb Type

Read the sentences and identify if the verbs are transitive or intransitive.

1. म बजार जान्छु। (I go to the market.)

2. ऊ पानी पिउँछ। (He drinks water.)

Solution:

1. जान्छु (jānchhu) - Intransitive

2. पिउँछ (pīuṅchha) - Transitive

Exercise 3: Conjugation Practice

Conjugate the verb "to laugh" (हाँस्नु - hānsnu) in the past tense for all subjects.

Solution:

1. माले हाँसेको छु। (māle hāseko chu)

2. तिमीले हाँसेको छौ। (timīle hāseko chhau)

3. उसले हाँसेको छ। (usle hāseko cha)

4. हामीले हाँसेको छौं। (hāmīle hāseko chhau)

5. तपाईँले हाँसेको हुनुभयो। (tapāiṅle hāseko hunubhayō)

6. उनीहरूले हाँसेको छन्। (unīharūle hāseko chan)

Exercise 4: Translate to Nepali

Translate the following sentences into Nepali.

1. They play.

2. I laugh.

Solution:

1. उनीहरू खेल्छन्। (unīhārū khelchan)

2. म हाँस्छु। (ma hānschu)

Exercise 5: Sentence Creation

Create sentences using the following verbs:

1. जानु (to go)

2. आउनु (to come)

Solution:

1. म विद्यालय जान्छु। (ma vidyālay jānchhu) - I go to school.

2. ऊ घर आउँछ। (ū ghar āuṅcha) - He comes home.

Exercise 6: Verb Matching

Match the Nepali verbs with their English meanings.

| Nepali Verb | English Meaning |

|--------------|------------------|

| बोल्नु | a. to speak |

| खेल्नु | b. to play |

| पढ्नु | c. to read |

Solution:

• बोल्नु - a. to speak

• खेल्नु - b. to play

• पढ्नु - c. to read

Exercise 7: Verb Transformation

Transform the following sentences from present tense to past tense.

1. म खेल्छु। (I play.)

2. तिमी हाँस्छौ। (You laugh.)

Solution:

1. माले खेलेको छु। (māle kheleko chu)

2. तिमीले हाँसेको छौ। (timīle hāseko chhau)

Exercise 8: Choose the Correct Tense

Choose the appropriate tense for the following sentences:

1. म ____ जान्छु। (I go.)

• a. जान्छु (present)

• b. जानें (past)

Solution:

a. जान्छु (present)

Exercise 9: Contextual Usage

Use the verb "to work" (काम गर्नु - kām garnu) in a sentence about your daily routine.

Solution:

म बिहान ८ बजे काम गर्छु। (ma bihān 8 bajē kām garchu) - I work at 8 in the morning.

Exercise 10: Verb Identification

Identify the verbs in the following sentence:

म हरेक दिन पुस्तक पढ्छु र साथीलाई बोलाउँछु। (I read books every day and call my friend.)

Solution:

Verbs: पढ्छु (paḍhchhu - to read), बोलाउँछु (bolāuṅchhu - to call)

As you practice these exercises, you will become more comfortable with Nepali verbs and their usage. It’s essential to keep practicing regularly to build your confidence and fluency.

Now that you’ve had an overview of the structure, types, and conjugation of Nepali verbs, along with practical exercises, you are well on your way to mastering this crucial aspect of the language. Keep practicing, and don’t hesitate to revisit the examples and exercises as needed.

Table of Contents - Nepali (individual language) Course - 0 to A1

• Course Presentation

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Nouns and Pronouns

• Introduction to Nepali Nouns
• Noun Cases in Nepali
• Pronouns in Nepali

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Verbs and Tenses

• Introduction to Nepali Verbs
• Present Tense in Nepali
• Past Tense in Nepali
• Future Tense in Nepali

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Adjectives and Adverbs

• Adjectives in Nepali
• Comparison of Adjectives in Nepali
• Adverbs in Nepali

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Negation and Interrogatives

• Negation in Nepali
• Interrogatives in Nepali

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Numbers in Nepali

• Cardinal Numbers
• Ordinal Numbers
• Plural and Fractional Numbers

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Words and Phrases

• Greetings and Introductions
• Common Nepali Words and Phrases

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Food and Drinks

• Food in Nepali
• Drinks in Nepali

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Festivals in Nepal

• Dashain Festival
• Tihar Festival
• Holi Festival

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Nepali Society

• Family and Marriage in Nepal
• Religion and Beliefs in Nepal

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Nepali Cuisine

• Traditional Nepali Dishes
• Nepali Spices and Herbs

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Nepali Arts and Crafts

• Nepali Handicrafts
• Nepali Music and Dance

Other Lessons

• Negation in Nepali
• Future Tense in Nepali
• How to Use Be
• Negation
• Questions
• Give your Opinion
• Adjectives in Nepali
• Adjectives
• Noun Cases in Nepali
• Verbs kriyaharu क्रियाहरू

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