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Welcome to this exciting lesson on the comparative and superlative forms in the Kirghiz language! Understanding how to express comparisons is crucial for effective communication, whether you're comparing objects, people, or even experiences. In Kirghiz, as in many languages, these forms allow us to convey a sense of degree and intensity, enriching our conversations and descriptions.
 
In this lesson, we'll explore:
 
* The formation of comparative and superlative adjectives and adverbs in Kirghiz.
 
* Practical examples to illustrate each concept.
 
* Exercises to help you practice what you've learned.
 
This lesson is part of our "Complete 0 to A1 Kirghiz Course," designed to take you from a complete beginner to an A1 level speaker. So, let’s dive in!


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== Introduction ==
=== Importance of Comparatives and Superlatives ===
 
Adjectives and adverbs are essential tools in any language that help us describe the world around us. By mastering the comparative and superlative forms, you can express how one thing is different from another, or how something stands out in a group. For instance, saying "This book is more interesting than that one" or "He is the fastest runner in the team" can convey nuanced meanings that enhance your communication.


Welcome to the lesson on comparative and superlative forms of adjectives and adverbs in Kirghiz! In this lesson, we will learn how to form these forms and practice using them in sentences. Understanding comparative and superlative forms is essential for expressing comparisons and describing the degree of qualities or actions in Kirghiz. By the end of this lesson, you will be able to confidently use comparative and superlative forms in your Kirghiz conversations and writing. Let's get started!
=== Forming Comparatives ===


== Comparative Forms of Adjectives and Adverbs ==
In Kirghiz, the comparative form is typically formed by adding a specific suffix to the base adjective. The suffix will depend on the final sound of the adjective. Here’s a basic rule:


In Kirghiz, comparative forms are used to compare two things, stating that one thing has a higher or lower degree of a certain quality or action than the other. To form the comparative form of an adjective or adverb, we usually add the suffix "-ган" (-gan) to the base form. However, there are some exceptions and irregular forms that we will explore in detail. Let's take a look at some examples:
* For most adjectives, you add '''-ырак / -ирек''' (for example, "жакшы" meaning "good" becomes "жакшыраак" meaning "better").
 
Let's look at some examples:


'''Adjective'''
{| class="wikitable"
{| class="wikitable"
! Kirghiz !! Pronunciation !! English
! Kirghiz !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
|-
| жакшы || zhakshy || good
 
| жакшы || jakshy || good
 
|-
|-
| жакшыган || zhakshygan || better
 
| жакшылап  || jakshylap || better
 
|-
|-
| көп || kөp || many
 
| чоң  || chon || big
 
|-
|-
| көпкө || kөpkө || more
 
| чоңураак  || chonuraak || bigger
 
|-
|-
| аз || az || few
 
| кыска  || kyiska || short
 
|-
|-
| азган || azgan || fewer
 
|}
| кыскарган  || kyiskargan || shorter
'''Adverb'''
 
{| class="wikitable"
! Kirghiz !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
|-
| жакшы || zhakshy || well
 
| узун  || uzun || long
 
|-
|-
| жакшыган || zhakshygan || better
 
| узунураак  || uzunuraak || longer
 
|-
|-
| көп || kөp || much
 
| жакшы  || jakshy || good
 
|-
|-
| көпкө || kөpkө || more
 
|-
| жакшыраак  || jakshyraak || better
| аз || az || little
 
|-
| азган || azgan || less
|}
|}


As you can see from the examples above, we simply add the suffix "-ган" (-gan) to the base form of the adjective or adverb to form the comparative form. For adjectives, this suffix agrees with the gender, number, and case of the noun it modifies. For adverbs, the suffix remains the same regardless of the noun it modifies. However, there are a few exceptions and irregular forms that we need to be aware of. Let's explore them in more detail.
=== Forming Superlatives ===


'''1. Adjectives ending in a vowel'''
The superlative form is used to express the highest degree of a quality among three or more items. In Kirghiz, the superlative is often formed by adding the prefix '''-эң''' before the comparative form of the adjective.


If an adjective ends in a vowel, we simply add the suffix "-н" (-n) instead of "-ган" (-gan) to form the comparative form. Let's look at some examples:
For example:
 
* The word for "big" is "чоң," and the superlative "the biggest" is "эң чоң."
 
Here are more examples:


{| class="wikitable"
{| class="wikitable"
! Kirghiz !! Pronunciation !! English
! Kirghiz !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
|-
| жаны || zhany || new
 
| эң чоң  || eñ chon || the biggest
 
|-
|-
| жанын || zhanyn || newer
 
| эң жакшы  || eñ jakshy || the best
 
|-
|-
| кийин || kiyin || next
 
| эң кыска  || eñ kyiska || the shortest
 
|-
|-
| кийинн || kiyinn || closer
|}


'''2. Irregular forms'''
| эң узун  || eñ uzun || the longest
 
|-


Some adjectives and adverbs have irregular comparative forms that do not follow the general rule. It's important to memorize these irregular forms to use them correctly. Here are some examples:
| эң жакшыраак  || eñ jakshyraak || the best


{| class="wikitable"
! Kirghiz !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
|-
| аз || az || little
 
| эң түшүнүктүү  || eñ tүshүnүktү || the clearest
 
|-
|-
| багыттан || bagytan || worse
 
| эң күчтүү  || eñ kүchtyү || the strongest
 
|-
|-
| көп || kөp || much
 
| эң акылдуу  || eñ akyldү || the wisest
 
|-
|-
| жаман || jaman || bad
 
| эң кызыктуу  || eñ kyzyktү || the most interesting
 
|-
|-
| жогору || jogoru || high
 
|-
| эң кымбат  || eñ kymbat || the most expensive
| жетиш || jetish || far
 
|}
|}


In the examples above, you can see that the comparative forms of these adjectives and adverbs do not follow the general rule of adding the suffix "-ган" (-gan). Instead, they have their own unique forms. Make sure to practice these irregular forms to become comfortable with using them in your Kirghiz speech.
=== Practical Usage ===
 
Now that we've established how to form comparative and superlative adjectives, let's see how they can be used in sentences. Here are some examples that illustrate their usage in context:
 
1. '''Comparative:'''
 
* "Менин китебим сенин китебиңден жакшыраак." 
 
''Menin kitebim senin kitebiñden jakshyraak.'' 
 
(My book is better than your book.)
 
2. '''Superlative:'''
 
* "Бул шаардагы эң чоң имарат." 
 
''Bul shaardagy eñ chon imarat.'' 
 
(This is the biggest building in the city.)
 
3. '''Comparative:'''
 
* "Ал менден узунураак." 
 
''Al menden uzunuraak.'' 
 
(He is taller than me.)
 
4. '''Superlative:'''
 
* "Анын жаратылышы эң кызыктуу." 
 
''Anyn jaratylyshy eñ kyzyktü.'' 
 
(His nature is the most interesting.)
 
5. '''Comparative:'''
 
* "Эмне үчүн бул фильм ал эми эң жакшы?" 
 
''Emne üchün bul film al emе eñ jakshy?'' 
 
(Why is this film better than the others?)
 
6. '''Superlative:'''
 
* "Бул шаардагы эң кымбат ресторан." 
 
''Bul shaardagy eñ kymbat restoran.'' 
 
(This is the most expensive restaurant in the city.)
 
7. '''Comparative:'''
 
* "Бүгүнкү күн кечээгиден кыска." 
 
''Bügünkü kün kechegiden kyiska.'' 
 
(Today is shorter than yesterday.)
 
8. '''Superlative:'''
 
* "Ал командадагы эң күчтүү оюнчу." 
 
''Al komandadagy eñ kүchtyü oюнchү.'' 
 
(He is the strongest player in the team.)
 
9. '''Comparative:'''
 
* "Бул көйгөй ал эми эң оор."
 
''Bul kögöy al emе eñ oor.'' 
 
(This problem is tougher than the others.)
 
10. '''Superlative:'''
 
* "Анын жомогу эң акылдуу." 
 
''Anyn jomogu eñ akyldü.'' 
 
(His story is the wisest.)
 
=== Exercises ===
 
Now it’s time for you to practice what you've learned! Below are some exercises to help solidify your understanding of comparatives and superlatives in Kirghiz.
 
==== Exercise 1: Fill in the Blanks ====
 
Fill in the blanks with the correct form of the adjectives provided in parentheses.
 
1. Бул китеп __________ (жакшы) менин китебимден.
 
2. Анын үйү __________ (чоң) менин үйүмдөн.
 
3. Ал __________ (кыска) менден.
 
4. Эң __________ (кымбат) ресторан бул.
 
5. Менин машинам __________ (күчтүү) сенин машинаңдан.
 
=== Solutions ===
 
1. жакшыраак
 
2. чоңураак
 
3. узунураак
 
4. эң кымбат
 
5. күчтүү
 
==== Exercise 2: Translate the Sentences ====
 
Translate the following sentences into Kirghiz.
 
1. This film is better than that one.
 
2. She is the fastest runner in the team.
 
3. This book is more interesting than the other.
 
4. He has the strongest voice in the choir.
 
5. Today is shorter than yesterday.


== Superlative Forms of Adjectives and Adverbs ==
=== Solutions ===


Superlative forms are used to express the highest or lowest degree of a certain quality or action among a group of things or people. In Kirghiz, we form the superlative form of an adjective or adverb by adding the suffix "-чи" (-chi) to the base form. Like comparative forms, there are also some exceptions and irregular forms for superlative forms. Let's take a look at some examples:
1. Бул фильм ал эми жакшыраак.


'''Adjective'''
2. Ал командадагы эң тез чуркоочу.
{| class="wikitable"
 
! Kirghiz !! Pronunciation !! English
3. Бул китеп экинчи китептен кызыктыраак.
|-
 
| жакшы || zhakshy || good
4. Ал хордо эң күчтүү үнгө ээ.
|-
 
| жакшычы || zhakshychy || the best
5. Бүгүнкү күн кечээгиден кыска.
|-
 
| көп || kөp || many
==== Exercise 3: Create Your Own Sentences ====
|-
 
| көпчү || kөpchü || the most
Use the following adjectives to create comparative and superlative sentences.
|-
 
| аз || az || few
1. ак (white)
|-
 
| азчы || azchy || the fewest
2. жакшы (good)
|}
 
'''Adverb'''
3. бийик (high)
{| class="wikitable"
 
! Kirghiz !! Pronunciation !! English
4. кымбат (expensive)
|-
 
| жакшы || zhakshy || well
5. жай (slow)
|-
 
| жакшычы || zhakshychy || the best
=== Solutions ===
|-
 
| көп || kөp || much
1. Ак - акыраак; эң ак.
|-
 
| көпчү || kөpchü || the most
2. Жакшы - жакшыраак; эң жакшы.
|-
 
| аз || az || little
3. Бийик - бийиктирек; эң бийик.
|-
 
| азчы || azchy || the least
4. Кымбат - кымбатыраак; эң кымбат.
|}
 
5. Жай - жайыраак; эң жай.
 
==== Exercise 4: Identify the Forms ====
 
Identify whether the underlined adjectives are in their comparative or superlative forms.


As you can see from the examples above, we add the suffix "-чи" (-chi) to the base form of the adjective or adverb to form the superlative form. For adjectives, this suffix agrees with the gender, number, and case of the noun it modifies. For adverbs, the suffix remains the same regardless of the noun it modifies. However, similar to comparative forms, there are some exceptions and irregular forms for superlative forms. Let's explore them in more detail.
1. Ал эң жакшы студент. (___)


'''1. Adjectives ending in a vowel'''
2. Бул үй чоңураак. (___)


If an adjective ends in a vowel, we simply add the suffix "-н" (-n) instead of "-чи" (-chi) to form the superlative form. Let's look at some examples:
3. Ал эң кыска адам. (___)


{| class="wikitable"
4. Бул кеча эң кызыктуу болду. (___)
! Kirghiz !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
| жаны || zhany || new
|-
| жанын || zhanyn || the newest
|-
| кийин || kiyin || next
|-
| кийинн || kiyinn || the closest
|}


'''2. Irregular forms'''
5. Менин апам эң акылдуу. (___)


Just like comparative forms, there are also irregular superlative forms that do not follow the general rule. Here are some examples:
=== Solutions ===


{| class="wikitable"
1. Superlative
! Kirghiz !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
| аз || az || little
|-
| багыттан || bagytan || the worst
|-
| көп || kөp || much
|-
| жаман || jaman || bad
|-
| жогору || jogoru || high
|-
| жетиш || jetish || far
|}


In the examples above, you can see that the superlative forms of these adjectives and adverbs have their own unique forms, different from the general rule of adding the suffix "-чи" (-chi). Practice these irregular forms to become familiar with using them correctly in your Kirghiz conversations.
2. Comparative


== Cultural Insights ==
3. Superlative


In Kirghiz culture, comparisons and expressing degrees of qualities or actions are common in everyday conversations. Kirghiz people often use comparative and superlative forms to describe things, people, or actions in detail. For example, when discussing the beauty of a landscape, Kirghiz people might say "Бул жер менен артык" (Bul jer menen artyk), which means "This place is more beautiful." In this way, comparative and superlative forms add richness and depth to the Kirghiz language.
4. Superlative


It's also interesting to note that Kirghiz has regional variations in the usage and understanding of comparative and superlative forms. While the basic rules remain the same across the country, there might be slight variations in pronunciation or vocabulary choices. For example, in some regions, the superlative form "-чи" (-chi) might be pronounced as "-чү" (-chü) or "-чуу" (-chuu). These regional variations add to the cultural diversity and richness of the Kirghiz language.
5. Superlative


== Practice Exercises ==
==== Exercise 5: Match the Sentences ====


Now that we have learned how to form comparative and superlative forms of adjectives and adverbs in Kirghiz, let's practice using them in sentences. Complete the following exercises by filling in the blanks with the appropriate comparative or superlative form. The solutions and explanations will be provided after each exercise.
Match the sentences in Column A with their corresponding translations in Column B.


'''Exercise 1: Comparative Forms'''
| Column A | Column B |


1. Көпкө: Бул көрүңүздөн артык.
|---|---|
2. Жакшы: Сен менен болгонда артык.
3. Азган: Сен менен болгонда ыңгайлуу.


'''Exercise 2: Superlative Forms'''
| 1. Бул китеп жакшыраак. | A. This book is the best. |


1. Жетиш: Бул жердин алдында.
| 2. Ал эң бийик. | B. He is taller than me. |
2. Кийинн: Бул биринчи тез оюн.
3. Азчы: Бул байланыш боюнча.


'''Exercise 3: Mixed Exercise'''
| 3. Бул фильм эң кызыктуу. | C. This film is better. |


1. Көпкө: Бул китептердин арасында.
| 4. Ал менден узунураак. | D. He is the tallest. |
2. Жакшычы: Бул аз каратылат.
3. Көпчү: Бул ойгондо ай.
4. Жанын: Бул жердин алдында.
5. Жетиш: Бул кызыл колдонулат.


'''Solutions and Explanations'''
| 5. Бул китеп эң жакшы. | E. This film is the most interesting. |


'''Exercise 1: Comparative Forms'''
=== Solutions ===


1. Көпкө: Бул көрүңүздөн '''көпкө''' (more).
1. C
2. Жакшы: Сен менен болгонда '''жакшы''' (better).
3. Азган: Сен менен болгонда '''азган''' (fewer).


'''Exercise 2: Superlative Forms'''
2. D


1. Жетиш: Бул жердин '''жетиш''' (farthest).
3. E
2. Кийинн: Бул биринчи '''кийинн''' (closest).
3. Азчы: Бул байланыш '''азчы''' (least).


'''Exercise 3: Mixed Exercise'''
4. B


1. Көпкө: Бул китептердин '''көпкө''' (most) (among).
5. A
2. Жакшычы: Бул '''аз''' (few) каратылат.
3. Көпчү: Бул '''көпчү''' (most) ой.
4. Жанын: Бул жердин '''жанын''' (newest) (in front of).
5. Жетиш: Бул кызыл '''жетиш''' (farthest) (is used).


By practicing these exercises, you will become more comfortable with using comparative and superlative forms in Kirghiz.
=== Summary ===


== Conclusion ==
In this lesson, we’ve explored how to form and use comparatives and superlatives in the Kirghiz language. By practicing these forms, you can greatly enhance your ability to express nuances in conversations.


Congratulations on completing this lesson on comparative and superlative forms of adjectives and adverbs in Kirghiz! In this lesson, we learned how to form these forms and practiced using them in sentences. We also explored some cultural insights related to the usage of comparative and superlative forms in Kirghiz language and discussed regional variations. By mastering comparative and superlative forms, you have taken another step towards becoming fluent in Kirghiz. Keep practicing and exploring the richness of the Kirghiz language!
Keep practicing these forms, as they are fundamental to improving your Kirghiz language skills. Next, we will delve into the topic of weather and seasons, where you will learn to describe the world around you even more vividly!


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Kirghiz → Grammar → 0 to A1 Course → Comparative and Superlative

Welcome to this exciting lesson on the comparative and superlative forms in the Kirghiz language! Understanding how to express comparisons is crucial for effective communication, whether you're comparing objects, people, or even experiences. In Kirghiz, as in many languages, these forms allow us to convey a sense of degree and intensity, enriching our conversations and descriptions.

In this lesson, we'll explore:

  • The formation of comparative and superlative adjectives and adverbs in Kirghiz.
  • Practical examples to illustrate each concept.
  • Exercises to help you practice what you've learned.

This lesson is part of our "Complete 0 to A1 Kirghiz Course," designed to take you from a complete beginner to an A1 level speaker. So, let’s dive in!

Importance of Comparatives and Superlatives[edit | edit source]

Adjectives and adverbs are essential tools in any language that help us describe the world around us. By mastering the comparative and superlative forms, you can express how one thing is different from another, or how something stands out in a group. For instance, saying "This book is more interesting than that one" or "He is the fastest runner in the team" can convey nuanced meanings that enhance your communication.

Forming Comparatives[edit | edit source]

In Kirghiz, the comparative form is typically formed by adding a specific suffix to the base adjective. The suffix will depend on the final sound of the adjective. Here’s a basic rule:

  • For most adjectives, you add -ырак / -ирек (for example, "жакшы" meaning "good" becomes "жакшыраак" meaning "better").

Let's look at some examples:

Kirghiz Pronunciation English
жакшы jakshy good
жакшылап jakshylap better
чоң chon big
чоңураак chonuraak bigger
кыска kyiska short
кыскарган kyiskargan shorter
узун uzun long
узунураак uzunuraak longer
жакшы jakshy good
жакшыраак jakshyraak better

Forming Superlatives[edit | edit source]

The superlative form is used to express the highest degree of a quality among three or more items. In Kirghiz, the superlative is often formed by adding the prefix -эң before the comparative form of the adjective.

For example:

  • The word for "big" is "чоң," and the superlative "the biggest" is "эң чоң."

Here are more examples:

Kirghiz Pronunciation English
эң чоң eñ chon the biggest
эң жакшы eñ jakshy the best
эң кыска eñ kyiska the shortest
эң узун eñ uzun the longest
эң жакшыраак eñ jakshyraak the best
эң түшүнүктүү eñ tүshүnүktү the clearest
эң күчтүү eñ kүchtyү the strongest
эң акылдуу eñ akyldү the wisest
эң кызыктуу eñ kyzyktү the most interesting
эң кымбат eñ kymbat the most expensive

Practical Usage[edit | edit source]

Now that we've established how to form comparative and superlative adjectives, let's see how they can be used in sentences. Here are some examples that illustrate their usage in context:

1. Comparative:

  • "Менин китебим сенин китебиңден жакшыраак."

Menin kitebim senin kitebiñden jakshyraak.

(My book is better than your book.)

2. Superlative:

  • "Бул шаардагы эң чоң имарат."

Bul shaardagy eñ chon imarat.

(This is the biggest building in the city.)

3. Comparative:

  • "Ал менден узунураак."

Al menden uzunuraak.

(He is taller than me.)

4. Superlative:

  • "Анын жаратылышы эң кызыктуу."

Anyn jaratylyshy eñ kyzyktü.

(His nature is the most interesting.)

5. Comparative:

  • "Эмне үчүн бул фильм ал эми эң жакшы?"

Emne üchün bul film al emе eñ jakshy?

(Why is this film better than the others?)

6. Superlative:

  • "Бул шаардагы эң кымбат ресторан."

Bul shaardagy eñ kymbat restoran.

(This is the most expensive restaurant in the city.)

7. Comparative:

  • "Бүгүнкү күн кечээгиден кыска."

Bügünkü kün kechegiden kyiska.

(Today is shorter than yesterday.)

8. Superlative:

  • "Ал командадагы эң күчтүү оюнчу."

Al komandadagy eñ kүchtyü oюнchү.

(He is the strongest player in the team.)

9. Comparative:

  • "Бул көйгөй ал эми эң оор."

Bul kögöy al emе eñ oor.

(This problem is tougher than the others.)

10. Superlative:

  • "Анын жомогу эң акылдуу."

Anyn jomogu eñ akyldü.

(His story is the wisest.)

Exercises[edit | edit source]

Now it’s time for you to practice what you've learned! Below are some exercises to help solidify your understanding of comparatives and superlatives in Kirghiz.

Exercise 1: Fill in the Blanks[edit | edit source]

Fill in the blanks with the correct form of the adjectives provided in parentheses.

1. Бул китеп __________ (жакшы) менин китебимден.

2. Анын үйү __________ (чоң) менин үйүмдөн.

3. Ал __________ (кыска) менден.

4. Эң __________ (кымбат) ресторан бул.

5. Менин машинам __________ (күчтүү) сенин машинаңдан.

Solutions[edit | edit source]

1. жакшыраак

2. чоңураак

3. узунураак

4. эң кымбат

5. күчтүү

Exercise 2: Translate the Sentences[edit | edit source]

Translate the following sentences into Kirghiz.

1. This film is better than that one.

2. She is the fastest runner in the team.

3. This book is more interesting than the other.

4. He has the strongest voice in the choir.

5. Today is shorter than yesterday.

Solutions[edit | edit source]

1. Бул фильм ал эми жакшыраак.

2. Ал командадагы эң тез чуркоочу.

3. Бул китеп экинчи китептен кызыктыраак.

4. Ал хордо эң күчтүү үнгө ээ.

5. Бүгүнкү күн кечээгиден кыска.

Exercise 3: Create Your Own Sentences[edit | edit source]

Use the following adjectives to create comparative and superlative sentences.

1. ак (white)

2. жакшы (good)

3. бийик (high)

4. кымбат (expensive)

5. жай (slow)

Solutions[edit | edit source]

1. Ак - акыраак; эң ак.

2. Жакшы - жакшыраак; эң жакшы.

3. Бийик - бийиктирек; эң бийик.

4. Кымбат - кымбатыраак; эң кымбат.

5. Жай - жайыраак; эң жай.

Exercise 4: Identify the Forms[edit | edit source]

Identify whether the underlined adjectives are in their comparative or superlative forms.

1. Ал эң жакшы студент. (___)

2. Бул үй чоңураак. (___)

3. Ал эң кыска адам. (___)

4. Бул кеча эң кызыктуу болду. (___)

5. Менин апам эң акылдуу. (___)

Solutions[edit | edit source]

1. Superlative

2. Comparative

3. Superlative

4. Superlative

5. Superlative

Exercise 5: Match the Sentences[edit | edit source]

Match the sentences in Column A with their corresponding translations in Column B.

| Column A | Column B |

|---|---|

| 1. Бул китеп жакшыраак. | A. This book is the best. |

| 2. Ал эң бийик. | B. He is taller than me. |

| 3. Бул фильм эң кызыктуу. | C. This film is better. |

| 4. Ал менден узунураак. | D. He is the tallest. |

| 5. Бул китеп эң жакшы. | E. This film is the most interesting. |

Solutions[edit | edit source]

1. C

2. D

3. E

4. B

5. A

Summary[edit | edit source]

In this lesson, we’ve explored how to form and use comparatives and superlatives in the Kirghiz language. By practicing these forms, you can greatly enhance your ability to express nuances in conversations.

Keep practicing these forms, as they are fundamental to improving your Kirghiz language skills. Next, we will delve into the topic of weather and seasons, where you will learn to describe the world around you even more vividly!

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


Greetings and Introductions


Basic Sentence Structure


Numbers and Time


Nouns and Pronouns


Family and Relationships


Verbs and Tenses


Food and Dining


Kirghiz Customs and Traditions


Travel and Transportation


Adjectives and Adverbs


Weather and Seasons


Kirghiz Literature and Music


Other Lessons[edit | edit source]



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