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In this lesson, we will explore an essential aspect of Romanian grammar: the imperative form. The imperative mood is used for giving commands, making requests, or offering suggestions, making it a crucial part of everyday communication. Whether you're asking someone to pass the salt or instructing a friend to take a photo, using the imperative correctly can enhance your conversational skills in Romanian.

This lesson is tailored for complete beginners, so we will build from the ground up. We will begin by understanding the structure of the imperative form, followed by numerous examples to illustrate its usage. Finally, you will have the opportunity to practice what you've learned through various exercises.

Let’s dive into the world of commands and requests!

Understanding the Imperative Form[edit | edit source]

The imperative form in Romanian is quite straightforward. It expresses commands or requests directly, and it can be used in both singular and plural forms. The structure of the imperative can vary depending on the verb conjugation, but we'll cover that in detail.

Here are some key points to remember:

The imperative can be used in the second person singular (tu) and plural (voi).

It is often used without the subject pronoun, as the subject is implied.

There are some irregular verbs that do not follow the regular patterns, and we will highlight those as well.

Forming the Imperative[edit | edit source]

To form the imperative in Romanian, you typically take the verb stem and add the appropriate endings. Let’s look at the structure:

1. Second Person Singular (tu):

For most verbs, simply use the verb stem without any ending.

For verbs ending in -a, the ending is often -e.

2. Second Person Plural (voi):

For most verbs, add -ați for the present tense.

Let’s see these rules in action with some examples!

Romanian	Pronunciation	English
Cântă!	ˈkɨn.tə	Sing!
Vorbește!	vorˈbeʃ.te	Speak!
Mănâncă!	məˈnɨn.kə	Eat!
Scrie!	ˈs.kri.e	Write!
Ascultă!	aˈs.kul.tə	Listen!
Dansați!	danˈsa.t͡s	Dance!
Priviți!	priˈvi.t͡s	Look!
Cumpărați!	kum.pəˈra.t͡s	Buy!
Învățați!	ɨn.vəˈtsa.t͡s	Learn!
Răspundeți!	răsˈpun.de.t͡s	Answer!

As you can see from the table above, the second person singular commands are direct and simple. The second person plural forms add a suffix to the verb, making it clear that you are addressing multiple people.

Common Verbs in the Imperative Form[edit | edit source]

Here’s a list of some common verbs in both the singular and plural imperative forms:

Romanian (Singular)	Romanian (Plural)	English
Fă!	Faceți!	Do!
Vină!	Veniți!	Come!
Ia!	Luați!	Take!
Du-te!	Duceți-vă!	Go!
Spune!	Spuneți!	Say!
Dă!	Dați!	Give!
Cumpără!	Cumpărați!	Buy!
Arată!	Arătați!	Show!
Călătorește!	Călătoriți!	Travel!
Răspunde!	Răspundeți!	Answer!

These imperative forms will be very useful in everyday situations.

Politeness in the Imperative[edit | edit source]

While the imperative mood is often direct, in Romanian culture, politeness is highly valued. To soften your commands and requests, you can add polite phrases, such as “te rog” (please) or “vă rog” (please, formal).

For instance:

Cântă, te rog! (Sing, please!)

Scrie, vă rog! (Write, please!)

This approach not only conveys your request but also shows respect and consideration for the listener.

Practice Exercises[edit | edit source]

Now that we’ve covered the theory, let’s put your knowledge to the test! Here are some exercises to practice forming the imperative mood in Romanian.

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

Complete the sentences with the appropriate imperative form of the verb in parentheses.

1. _______ (a vorbi) mai tare!

2. _______ (a mânca) sănătos!

3. _______ (a asculta) muzica!

4. _______ (a scrie) un mesaj!

5. _______ (a veni) aici!

Solutions:

1. Vorbește mai tare!

2. Mănâncă sănătos!

3. Ascultă muzica!

4. Scrie un mesaj!

5. Vină aici!

Exercise 2: Matching[edit | edit source]

Match the Romanian imperative commands to their English translations.

Commands:

1. Fă!

2. Du-te!

3. Cumpără!

4. Răspunde!

5. Ascultă!

Translations:

A. Buy!

B. Do!

C. Go!

D. Listen!

E. Answer!

Solutions:

1 - B, 2 - C, 3 - A, 4 - E, 5 - D

Exercise 3: Translate to Romanian[edit | edit source]

Translate the following English commands into Romanian.

1. Take the book!

2. Come here!

3. Eat your vegetables!

4. Write the answer!

5. Sing a song!

Solutions:

1. Ia cartea!

2. Vină aici!

3. Mănâncă legumele!

4. Scrie răspunsul!

5. Cântă o melodie!

Exercise 4: Create Your Own Commands[edit | edit source]

Using the verbs from the lesson, create your own commands in both singular and plural forms.

Example:

Sing! → Cântă!

Sing! (plural) → Cântați!

Solutions will vary based on student responses.

Exercise 5: Polite Requests[edit | edit source]

Transform the following commands into polite requests by adding "te rog" or "vă rog."

1. Mănâncă!

2. Învață!

3. Scrie!

4. Du-te!

5. Cumpără!

Solutions:

1. Mănâncă, te rog!

2. Învață, te rog!

3. Scrie, te rog!

4. Du-te, te rog!

5. Cumpără, te rog!

Exercise 6: Imperative Quiz[edit | edit source]

Choose the correct imperative form for the following sentences:

1. _______ (a merge) la școală! (Singular)

a) Merge!

b) Mergeți!

2. _______ (a citi) cartea! (Plural)

a) Citește!

b) Citiți!

3. _______ (a asculta) muzica! (Singular)

a) Ascultă!

b) Ascultați!

Solutions:

1. a) Merge!

2. b) Citiți!

3. a) Ascultă!

Exercise 7: Identify the Imperative[edit | edit source]

Identify the imperative sentences in the following text:

Text:

"Vino la petrecere! Mănâncă tortul! Nu uita să aduci băuturi!"

Solutions:

1. Vino la petrecere!

2. Mănâncă tortul!

3. Nu uita să aduci băuturi! (This is a negative command.)

Exercise 8: Forming Negative Imperative[edit | edit source]

Form the negative imperative for the following commands:

1. Don't sing!

2. Don't go!

3. Don't forget!

Solutions:

1. Nu cânta!

2. Nu merge!

3. Nu uita!

Exercise 9: Role Play[edit | edit source]

In pairs, practice giving commands to each other using the verbs learned in this lesson.

Solutions will vary based on student interactions.

Exercise 10: Write a Dialogue[edit | edit source]

Write a short dialogue between two friends using at least five imperative commands.

Solutions will vary based on student responses.

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

Congratulations on completing this lesson on the imperative form in Romanian! You now have the tools to give commands and make polite requests, essential skills for navigating everyday conversations. Remember to practice regularly and use the polite forms when necessary to show respect to your listeners.

Keep up the great work, and don't hesitate to revisit this lesson whenever you need a refresher. Until next time, la revedere (goodbye) and happy learning!

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

Course Presentation

Greetings and Introductions

Pronouns and Verbs

Numbers and Time

Adjectives and Adverbs

Family and Friends

Prepositions and Conjunctions

Food and Drinks

Questions and Negations

Locations and Directions

Plurals and Articles

Hobbies and Activities

Romanian Culture and Traditions

Imperatives and Requests

Travel and Transportation

Romanian Geography and History

Sources[edit | edit source]

Other Lessons[edit | edit source]

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+In this lesson, we will explore an essential aspect of Romanian grammar: the '''imperative form'''. The imperative mood is used for giving commands, making requests, or offering suggestions, making it a crucial part of everyday communication. Whether you're asking someone to pass the salt or instructing a friend to take a photo, using the imperative correctly can enhance your conversational skills in Romanian.
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+This lesson is tailored for complete beginners, so we will build from the ground up. We will begin by understanding the structure of the imperative form, followed by numerous examples to illustrate its usage. Finally, you will have the opportunity to practice what you've learned through various exercises.
+Let’s dive into the world of commands and requests!
 __TOC__
-As you continue to learn Romanian, you may find yourself in situations where you need to give commands or make requests. In Romanian, the verb form used for these situations is called the imperative mood. In this lesson, we will learn how to form the imperative mood in Romanian.
+=== Understanding the Imperative Form ===
+The imperative form in Romanian is quite straightforward. It expresses commands or requests directly, and it can be used in both singular and plural forms. The structure of the imperative can vary depending on the verb conjugation, but we'll cover that in detail.
+Here are some key points to remember:
+* The imperative can be used in the second person singular (tu) and plural (voi).
+* It is often used without the subject pronoun, as the subject is implied.
+* There are some irregular verbs that do not follow the regular patterns, and we will highlight those as well.
-== Forming the Imperative Mood ==
+=== Forming the Imperative ===
-To form the imperative mood in Romanian, you need to know the following:
+To form the imperative in Romanian, you typically take the verb stem and add the appropriate endings. Let’s look at the structure:
-- The infinitive form of the verb (the form that ends in -a)
+. '''Second Person Singular (tu)''':
-- The present tense form of the verb for the second person singular (informal you)
-Let's take a look at some examples:
+* For most verbs, simply use the verb stem without any ending.
+* For verbs ending in -a, the ending is often -e.
+. '''Second Person Plural (voi)''':
+* For most verbs, add -ați for the present tense.
+Let’s see these rules in action with some examples!
 {| class="wikitable"
 ! Romanian !! Pronunciation !! English
+|-
+| Cântă! || ˈkɨn.tə || Sing!
+|-
+| Vorbește! || vorˈbeʃ.te || Speak!
+|-
+| Mănâncă! || məˈnɨn.kə || Eat!
+|-
+| Scrie! || ˈs.kri.e || Write!
 |-
-| Mânca!  || MUN-kah || Eat!
+| Ascultă! || aˈs.kul.tə || Listen!
 |-
-| Bea! || beh-AH || Drink!
+| Dansați! || danˈsa.t͡s || Dance!
 |-
-| Vino! || VEE-no || Come!
+| Priviți! || priˈvi.t͡s || Look!
 |-
-| Scrie! || SKREE-ye || Write!
+| Cumpărați! || kum.pəˈra.t͡s || Buy!
+|-
+| Învățați! || ɨn.vəˈtsa.t͡s || Learn!
+|-
+| Răspundeți! || răsˈpun.de.t͡s || Answer!
 |}
-As you can see, to form the imperative mood, we simply use the infinitive form of the verb and remove the final -a. For example, the infinitive for "to eat" is "a mânca", so we remove the -a and get "Mânca!" for the imperative form.
+As you can see from the table above, the second person singular commands are direct and simple. The second person plural forms add a suffix to the verb, making it clear that you are addressing multiple people.
-It is important to note that when forming the imperative mood in Romanian, there is no need to use a subject pronoun (like "you" in English) because the form of the verb used is already specific to the person being addressed.
+=== Common Verbs in the Imperative Form ===
-== Using the Imperative Mood ==
+Here’s a list of some common verbs in both the singular and plural imperative forms:
-Now that we know how to form the imperative mood, let's look at some situations where we might use it.
+{| class="wikitable"
-. Giving commands to one person informally
+! Romanian (Singular) !! Romanian (Plural) !! English
-For example:
-- Mergi la magazin! (Go to the store!)
-- Urcă în mașină! (Get in the car!)
-- Spune adevărul! (Tell the truth!)
-. Giving commands to multiple people informally
+|-
-For example:
-- Veniți aici! (Come here!)
-- Stați liniștiți! (Stay calm!)
-- Citiți cărțile! (Read the books!)
-. Making requests informally
+| Fă! || Faceți! || Do!
-For example:
-- Deschide fereastra, te rog! (Open the window, please!)
-- Adu-mi o cană de apă, te rog! (Bring me a glass of water, please!)
-- Ajută-mă să duc sacoșele până la mașină, te rog! (Help me carry the bags to the car, please!)
-Note that in informal settings, Romanians often use the phrase "te rog" (please) to soften the commands or requests.
+|-
-== Exceptions ==
+| Vină! || Veniți! || Come!
-There are a few exceptions to the rule when it comes to forming the imperative mood in Romanian. These exceptions occur mainly with high-frequency verbs or verbs that have irregular forms in the present tense.
+|-
-Some examples of irregular imperative forms include:
+| Ia! || Luați! || Take!
+|-
+| Du-te! || Duceți-vă! || Go!
-{| class="wikitable"
-! Romanian !! Pronunciation !! English
 |-
-| Fă!  || fuh || Do!
+| Spune! || Spuneți! || Say!
 |-
-| Du-te! || DOO-teh || Go!
+| Dă! || Dați! || Give!
 |-
-| Haide! || HYE-deh || Come on!
+| Cumpără! || Cumpărați! || Buy!
 |-
-| Spune! || SPOO-neh || Speak/Tell!
+| Arată! || Arătați! || Show!
+|-
+| Călătorește! || Călătoriți! || Travel!
+|-
+| Răspunde! || Răspundeți! || Answer!
 |}
-It is important to note that you will learn these irregular forms with practice over time.
+These imperative forms will be very useful in everyday situations.
+=== Politeness in the Imperative ===
+While the imperative mood is often direct, in Romanian culture, politeness is highly valued. To soften your commands and requests, you can add polite phrases, such as “te rog” (please) or “vă rog” (please, formal).
+For instance:
+* Cântă, te rog! (Sing, please!)
+* Scrie, vă rog! (Write, please!)
+This approach not only conveys your request but also shows respect and consideration for the listener.
+=== Practice Exercises ===
+Now that we’ve covered the theory, let’s put your knowledge to the test! Here are some exercises to practice forming the imperative mood in Romanian.
+==== Exercise 1: Fill in the Blanks ====
+Complete the sentences with the appropriate imperative form of the verb in parentheses.
+. _______ (a vorbi) mai tare!
+. _______ (a mânca) sănătos!
+. _______ (a asculta) muzica!
+. _______ (a scrie) un mesaj!
+. _______ (a veni) aici!
+''Solutions:''
+. Vorbește mai tare!
+. Mănâncă sănătos!
+. Ascultă muzica!
+. Scrie un mesaj!
+. Vină aici!
+==== Exercise 2: Matching ====
+Match the Romanian imperative commands to their English translations.
+''Commands:''
+. Fă!
+. Du-te!
+. Cumpără!
+. Răspunde!
+. Ascultă!
+''Translations:''
+A. Buy!
+B. Do!
+C. Go!
+D. Listen!
+E. Answer!
+''Solutions:''
+- B, 2 - C, 3 - A, 4 - E, 5 - D
+==== Exercise 3: Translate to Romanian ====
+Translate the following English commands into Romanian.
+. Take the book!
+. Come here!
+. Eat your vegetables!
+. Write the answer!
+. Sing a song!
+''Solutions:''
+. Ia cartea!
+. Vină aici!
+. Mănâncă legumele!
+. Scrie răspunsul!
+. Cântă o melodie!
+==== Exercise 4: Create Your Own Commands ====
+Using the verbs from the lesson, create your own commands in both singular and plural forms.
+''Example:''
+* Sing! → Cântă!
+* Sing! (plural) → Cântați!
+''Solutions will vary based on student responses.''
+==== Exercise 5: Polite Requests ====
+Transform the following commands into polite requests by adding "te rog" or "vă rog."
+. Mănâncă!
-== Conclusion ==
+. Învață!
-In this lesson, we have learned how to form the imperative mood in Romanian. We also saw that Romanians often use the phrase "te rog" to soften commands or requests. Remember that the imperative form is used to give orders or directions and is specific to the person being addressed.
+. Scrie!
-In the next lesson, we will learn how to make polite requests in Romanian.
+. Du-te!
+. Cumpără!
+''Solutions:''
+. Mănâncă, te rog!
+. Învață, te rog!
+. Scrie, te rog!
+. Du-te, te rog!
+. Cumpără, te rog!
+==== Exercise 6: Imperative Quiz ====
+Choose the correct imperative form for the following sentences:
+. _______ (a merge) la școală! (Singular)
+a) Merge!
+b) Mergeți!
+. _______ (a citi) cartea! (Plural)
+a) Citește!
+b) Citiți!
+. _______ (a asculta) muzica! (Singular)
+a) Ascultă!
+b) Ascultați!
+''Solutions:''
+. a) Merge!
+. b) Citiți!
+. a) Ascultă!
+==== Exercise 7: Identify the Imperative ====
+Identify the imperative sentences in the following text:
+''Text:''
+"Vino la petrecere! Mănâncă tortul! Nu uita să aduci băuturi!"
+''Solutions:''
+. Vino la petrecere!
+. Mănâncă tortul!
+. Nu uita să aduci băuturi! (This is a negative command.)
+==== Exercise 8: Forming Negative Imperative ====
+Form the negative imperative for the following commands:
+. Don't sing!
+. Don't go!
+. Don't forget!
+''Solutions:''
+. Nu cânta!
+. Nu merge!
+. Nu uita!
+==== Exercise 9: Role Play ====
+In pairs, practice giving commands to each other using the verbs learned in this lesson.
+''Solutions will vary based on student interactions.''
+==== Exercise 10: Write a Dialogue ====
+Write a short dialogue between two friends using at least five imperative commands.
+''Solutions will vary based on student responses.''
+=== Conclusion ===
+Congratulations on completing this lesson on the imperative form in Romanian! You now have the tools to give commands and make polite requests, essential skills for navigating everyday conversations. Remember to practice regularly and use the polite forms when necessary to show respect to your listeners.
+Keep up the great work, and don't hesitate to revisit this lesson whenever you need a refresher. Until next time, '''la revedere''' (goodbye) and happy learning!
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+==Sources==
+* [https://slaviccenters.duke.edu/sites/slaviccenters.duke.edu/files/site-images/2016_romanian_verbs_conjugated.pdf ROMANIAN VERBS]
+* [https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Appendix:Romanian_verb_conjugation Appendix:Romanian verb conjugation - Wiktionary]
+* [https://www.reddit.com/r/romanian/comments/ekw1fw/the_imperative_and_the_impersonal_modes_in/ The imperative and the impersonal modes in Romanian : r/romanian]
-==Related Lessons==
+==Other Lessons==
 * [[Language/Romanian/Grammar/Ablative-Case-in-Romanian|Ablative Case in Romanian]]
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Difference between revisions of "Language/Romanian/Grammar/Imperative-Form"

Latest revision as of 23:18, 1 August 2024

Understanding the Imperative Form[edit | edit source]

Forming the Imperative[edit | edit source]

Common Verbs in the Imperative Form[edit | edit source]

Politeness in the Imperative[edit | edit source]

Practice Exercises[edit | edit source]

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

Exercise 2: Matching[edit | edit source]

Exercise 3: Translate to Romanian[edit | edit source]

Exercise 4: Create Your Own Commands[edit | edit source]

Exercise 5: Polite Requests[edit | edit source]

Exercise 6: Imperative Quiz[edit | edit source]

Exercise 7: Identify the Imperative[edit | edit source]

Exercise 8: Forming Negative Imperative[edit | edit source]

Exercise 9: Role Play[edit | edit source]

Exercise 10: Write a Dialogue[edit | edit source]

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

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

Sources[edit | edit source]

Other Lessons[edit | edit source]

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