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Understanding conjunctions in Standard Estonian is essential for anyone looking to create more complex and expressive sentences. Conjunctions serve as the glue that holds our sentences together, allowing us to connect words, phrases, and clauses in a seamless and coherent manner. In this lesson, we will explore various types of conjunctions in Estonian, their usage, and provide plenty of examples to illustrate how they function in sentences.
'''Lesson Structure:'''
1. '''Introduction to Conjunctions'''


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2. '''Types of Conjunctions'''
 
* Coordinating Conjunctions
 
* Subordinating Conjunctions
 
3. '''Using Conjunctions in Sentences'''
 
4. '''Practice Exercises'''
 
5. '''Solutions and Explanations'''


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==Conjunctions in Estonian==
=== Introduction to Conjunctions ===


<p>Conjunctions are important connectors in any language. They are used to link words, phrases or clauses. In Estonian, conjunctions are divided into coordinating conjunctions and subordinating conjunctions. Coordinating conjunctions link words or groups of words of equal syntactic importance, while subordinating conjunctions are used to connect subordinate or dependent clauses to the main clause.</p>
Conjunctions are critical in Estonian grammar, as they enable speakers to link thoughts and ideas smoothly. By utilizing conjunctions effectively, you can elevate your language skills from simple statements to more intricate expressions. Understanding how to use conjunctions will also help you in listening and reading comprehension, as they often signal relationships between ideas.


==Coordinating Conjunctions==
=== Types of Conjunctions ===


<p>Coordinating conjunctions in Estonian are simple words that join words, phrases or clauses of equal importance. There are seven coordinating conjunctions in Estonian:</p>
Estonian has two primary types of conjunctions: '''coordinating conjunctions''' and '''subordinating conjunctions'''. Let’s delve into each type.


<ul>
==== Coordinating Conjunctions ====
<li><b>ja</b> - and</li>
<li><b>või</b> - or</li>
<li><b>aga</b> - but</li>
<li><b>vaid</b> - but (contradiction)</li>
<li><b>kuid</b> - but (contrast)</li>
<li><b>ning</b> - and (syntactical emphasis)</li>
<li><b>ehk</b> - or (alternative)</li>
</ul>


<p>Here are some examples of how coordinating conjunctions are used in Estonian:</p>
Coordinating conjunctions join words, phrases, or independent clauses that are of equal importance. The most common coordinating conjunctions in Estonian include:


<table class="wikitable">
* '''ja''' (and)
<tr>
<th>Standard Estonian</th>
<th>Pronunciation</th>
<th>English Translation</th>
</tr>


<tr>
* '''või''' (or)
<td>Ta armastab kohvi ja teed.</td>
<td>Tah arm-ah-stahb ko-vvi yah teed</td>
<td>He likes coffee and tea.</td>
</tr>


<tr>
* '''aga''' (but)
<td>Kas sa tahad õuna või pirni?</td>
<td>Kas sah tah-ahd õu-nah või pir-ni?</td>
<td>Do you want an apple or a pear?</td>
</tr>


<tr>
* '''kuid''' (but)
<td>Ta on ilus, aga tema sõber on veel ilusam.</td>
<td>Tah owee-nh ee-lus, ah-gah te-mah sõ-ber ohn vel ee-lu-sahm</td>
<td>She is beautiful, but her friend is even more beautiful.</td>
</tr>


<tr>
* '''ning''' (and)
<td>Ma ei joo piima, vaid vett.</td>
<td>Mah ay yo peeah-mah, vyd veh-t</td>
<td>I don't drink milk, but water instead.</td>
</tr>


<tr>
Here are some examples:
<td>See makaron on maitsev, kuid pasta on parem.</td>
<td>Seh mahk-ah-rone ohn maht-sehv, kuid pah-stah ohn ­­pa-rehm</td>
<td>This macaroni is tasty, but pasta is better.</td>
</tr>


<tr>
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<td>Maria ja Paul on õpetajad, ning Mart on insener.</td>
<td>Mah-ree-ah yah powl ohn õ-peh-tah-yahd, ning Mart ohn in-seh-ner</td>
<td>Maria and Paul are teachers, and Mart is an engineer.</td>
</tr>


<tr>
! Standard Estonian !! Pronunciation !! English
<td>Kas sulle meeldib õlu ehk vein?</td>
<td>Kas sul-luh meh-el-dib õ-luh ehhk vein?]</td>
<td>Do you like beer or wine?</td>
</tr>
</table>


===Using "Ja" and "Aga"===
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<p>The conjunction "ja" is one of the most frequently used words in Estonian. It is translated as "and" in English and is used to join two or more words, phrases or clauses that share the same syntactic relationship. It is an easy word to remember and use.</p>
| Ma armastan kohvi ja teed. || ma ar-mas-tan koh-vi ja teed || I love coffee and tea.


<p>The conjunction "aga" is a bit trickier. It is translated as "but" or "however" in English and is used to introduce a contrasting idea or a shift in thought. In Estonian, it is common to place "aga" at the beginning of the sentence to emphasize the contrasting idea. For example:</p>
|-


<ul>
| Kas sa tahad õuna või banaani? || kas sa ta-had õu-na või ba-naa-ni || Do you want an apple or a banana?
<li><b>Estonian:</b> Aga homme on parem ilm.</li>
<li><b>English:</b> But tomorrow the weather will be better.</li>
</ul>


<p>Notice how the word order is different in Estonian compared to English.</p>
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==Subordinating Conjunctions==
| Ta on tark, aga laisk. || ta on tark, a-ga laisk || He is smart, but lazy.


<p>Subordinating conjunctions in Estonian are used to connect dependent or subordinate clauses to the main or independent clause. There are several subordinating conjunctions in Estonian, but the most commonly used ones include:</p>
|-


<ul>
| Ma tulen, kuid hiljem. || ma tu-len, kuid hil-jem || I will come, but later.
<li><b>et</b> - that, in order that</li>
<li><b>kui</b> - if, when, as, while</li>
<li><b>enne kui</b> - before</li>
<li><b>enne kui kui</b> - before</li>
<li><b>enne kui kui mitte</b> - unless</li>
<li><b>kuni</b> - until</li>
<li><b>kuna</b> - when, because, since</li>
<li><b>et kui</b> - although</li>
<li><b>kuigi</b> - although, even though</li>
</ul>


<p>Here are some examples of how subordinating conjunctions are used in Estonian:</p>
|-


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| Meie mängime, ning nad vaatavad. || mei-e mäng-i-me, ning nad va-a-ta-vad || We are playing, and they are watching.
<tr>
<th>Standard Estonian</th>
<th>Pronunciation</th>
<th>English Translation</th>
</tr>


<tr>
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<td>Ma teada sain, et tema kolis Tartusse.</td>
<td>Mah teh-ah-dah sain, et teh-mah ko-lees Tar-tooh-seh</td>
<td>I found out that he moved to Tartu.</td>
</tr>


<tr>
==== Subordinating Conjunctions ====
<td>Kui sa tunned end halvasti, helista mulle.</td>
<td>Kui sah tun-ned end hahl-vahst-ee, heh-lis-tah mul-leh</td>
<td>If you feel bad, call me.</td>
</tr>


<tr>
Subordinating conjunctions introduce dependent clauses and connect them to independent clauses. Common subordinating conjunctions in Estonian include:
<td>Ma ootan bussipeatuses, enne kui buss tuleb.</td>
<td>Mah ohh-tahn booss-ih-peh-too-ses, ene kui booss too-lehb</td>
<td>I'm waiting at the bus stop, before the bus arrives.</td>
</tr>


<tr>
* '''sest''' (because)
<td>Ma ei ulatu riiulile, enne kui rõdule tõusen.</td>
<td>Mah ay oo-lah-too ree-oo-lee-leh, ene kui rõh-doo-leh tõhh-oussehn</td>
<td>I can't reach the shelf before I climb onto the balcony.</td>
</tr>


<tr>
* '''kui''' (if)
<td>Ma ei tule, enne kui külalised lahkuvad.</td>
<td>Mah ay too-leh, ene kui ku-laa-lee-sehd lahk-oo-vahd</td>
<td>I'm not coming until the guests leave.</td>
</tr>


<tr>
* '''kuigi''' (although)
<td>Töötan hommikust kuni õhtuni.</td>
<td>Töh-ö-tahn hohm-mik-ust koo-nee õhh-too-ni</td>
<td>I work from morning until evening.</td>
</tr>


<tr>
* '''et''' (that)
<td>Kuna väljas on ilus ilm, läheme jalutama.</td>
<td>Koo-nah väl-yahs ohn ee-lus eelm, lah-hehmeh yah-loo-tah-mah</td>
<td>Since it's a nice day outside, let's go for a walk.</td>
</tr>


<tr>
* '''kuni''' (until)
<td>Ma läksin kooli, et kõrgema hariduse omandada.</td>
<td>Mah lahks-in kool-ee, et kõrgeh-mah hah-ridoo-seh oh-mahn-dah-dah</td>
<td>I went to school in order to acquire higher education.</td>
</tr>


<tr>
Here are some examples:
<td>Kuigi oli külm, ta ei kandnud mütsi.</td>
<td>Kui-ghi oh-lee külm, tah ay eo kan-dnud mütsi</td>
<td>Although it was cold, he didn't wear a hat.</td>
</tr>
</table>


<p>Notice how subordinating conjunctions are followed by a dependent clause and a comma (,) in the examples above. </p>
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==Practice Exercises==
! Standard Estonian !! Pronunciation !! English


<p>Now that you've learned about coordinating and subordinating conjunctions, let's practice using them in sentences. Translate the following sentences from English to Standard Estonian:</p>
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<ol>
| Ma tulen, sest mul on vaba päev. || ma tu-len, sest mul on va-ba päev || I am coming because I have a day off.
<li>The food was good, but the service was bad.</li>
<li>If you're happy and you


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| Kui sa tuled, siis me lähme. || kui sa tu-led, siis me läh-me || If you come, then we will go.
 
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| Kuigi see on kallis, ostan ma selle. || kui-gi se on kal-lis, os-tan ma sel-le || Although it is expensive, I will buy it.
 
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| Ta ütles, et ta tuleb homme. || ta üt-les, et ta tu-leb hom-me || He said that he will come tomorrow.
 
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| Oota, kuni ma tulen. || oo-ta, kuni ma tu-len || Wait until I come.
 
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=== Using Conjunctions in Sentences ===
 
Now that we've familiarized ourselves with the types of conjunctions, let's look at how to use them in sentences.
 
* '''Coordinating Conjunctions''': These can be used to join two nouns, verbs, or clauses.
 
* Example: ''Ma söön õuna ja banaani.'' (I eat an apple and a banana.)
 
* '''Subordinating Conjunctions''': These help to create more complex sentences by indicating a relationship between the main clause and the subordinate clause.
 
* Example: ''Ma joon teed, sest olen väsinud.'' (I drink tea because I am tired.)
 
'''Important Note:''' In Estonian, word order can be flexible, but the conjunctions usually appear before the clause they introduce.
 
=== Practice Exercises ===
 
Now it's time to put your knowledge into practice! Below are exercises designed to help you apply what you've learned about conjunctions.
 
1. '''Fill in the blanks with the correct conjunction''':
 
* Ma armastan jalgrattasõitu ___ see on lõbus.
 
* (Options: sest, aga, või)
 
2. '''Combine the sentences using a coordinating conjunction''':
 
* Ma tahan minna kinno.
 
* Ma tahan süüa.
 
* (Example answer: Ma tahan minna kinno ja süüa.)
 
3. '''Translate the following sentences into Estonian''':
 
* I will call you if I have time.
 
* (Example answer: Ma helistan sulle, kui mul on aega.)
 
4. '''Choose the correct subordinating conjunction''':
 
* Ta ei tulnud, ___ ta oli haige.
 
* (Options: et, sest, kui)
 
5. '''Rearrange the words to form a correct sentence''':
 
* sest / armastan / ma / raamatuid / lugeda.
 
* (Example answer: Ma armastan lugeda raamatuid, sest ...)
 
6. '''Create sentences using the conjunctions from the list below''':
 
* ja, kuid, sest
 
* (Example: Ma lähen parki, kuid see on kaugel.)
 
7. '''Identify the type of conjunction in the following sentences''':
 
* Ta joonistas, ja ma värvisin. (Coordinating/Subordinating)
 
* Ma lähen välja, kui see on soe. (Coordinating/Subordinating)
 
8. '''Complete the sentence''':
 
* Ma tahan õuna, ___ banaani, ___ apelsini. (Options: ja, või, aga)
 
9. '''Match the Estonian sentences with their English translations''':
 
* 1) Ma tulen, kui sa tuled.
 
* 2) Ta on õppija, aga mõnikord ta ei taha õppida.
 
* (Translations provided separately)
 
10. '''Compose a dialogue using at least three conjunctions''':
 
* (Example answer: A: Kas sa tuled kinno? B: Ma ei tea, kas ma saan, sest mul on kodutöö.)
 
=== Solutions and Explanations ===
 
1. '''Answer''': sest. Explanation: This sentence explains why the speaker loves cycling.
 
2. '''Example Answer''': Ma tahan minna kinno ja süüa. Explanation: The conjunction "ja" is used to combine two independent clauses.
 
3. '''Example Answer''': Ma helistan sulle, kui mul on aega. Explanation: "Kui" introduces a condition.
 
4. '''Answer''': sest. Explanation: This conjunction explains the reason for the subject not coming.
 
5. '''Example Answer''': Ma armastan lugeda raamatuid, sest ... Explanation: The conjunction introduces a reason.
 
6. '''Example''': "Ja" connects two ideas, "Kuid" contrasts two thoughts, and "Sest" provides a reason.
 
7. '''Answers''': 1) Coordinating, 2) Subordinating. Explanation: "Ja" connects; "kui" introduces a condition.
 
8. '''Answer''': või. Explanation: "Või" indicates a choice between different fruits.
 
9. 1) I will come if you come. 2) He is a learner, but sometimes he does not want to learn.
 
10. '''Example Dialogue''': A: Kas sa tuled kinno? B: Ma ei tea, kas ma saan, sest mul on kodutöö. Explanation: This dialogue uses conjunctions to connect thoughts.
 
This concludes our lesson on conjunctions in Standard Estonian. Remember to practice frequently to get comfortable using these connectors in your speech and writing. Happy learning!
 
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Standard Estonian → Grammar → 0 to A1 Course → Conjunctions

Understanding conjunctions in Standard Estonian is essential for anyone looking to create more complex and expressive sentences. Conjunctions serve as the glue that holds our sentences together, allowing us to connect words, phrases, and clauses in a seamless and coherent manner. In this lesson, we will explore various types of conjunctions in Estonian, their usage, and provide plenty of examples to illustrate how they function in sentences.

Lesson Structure:

1. Introduction to Conjunctions

2. Types of Conjunctions

  • Coordinating Conjunctions
  • Subordinating Conjunctions

3. Using Conjunctions in Sentences

4. Practice Exercises

5. Solutions and Explanations

Introduction to Conjunctions[edit | edit source]

Conjunctions are critical in Estonian grammar, as they enable speakers to link thoughts and ideas smoothly. By utilizing conjunctions effectively, you can elevate your language skills from simple statements to more intricate expressions. Understanding how to use conjunctions will also help you in listening and reading comprehension, as they often signal relationships between ideas.

Types of Conjunctions[edit | edit source]

Estonian has two primary types of conjunctions: coordinating conjunctions and subordinating conjunctions. Let’s delve into each type.

Coordinating Conjunctions[edit | edit source]

Coordinating conjunctions join words, phrases, or independent clauses that are of equal importance. The most common coordinating conjunctions in Estonian include:

  • ja (and)
  • või (or)
  • aga (but)
  • kuid (but)
  • ning (and)

Here are some examples:

Standard Estonian Pronunciation English
Ma armastan kohvi ja teed. ma ar-mas-tan koh-vi ja teed I love coffee and tea.
Kas sa tahad õuna või banaani? kas sa ta-had õu-na või ba-naa-ni Do you want an apple or a banana?
Ta on tark, aga laisk. ta on tark, a-ga laisk He is smart, but lazy.
Ma tulen, kuid hiljem. ma tu-len, kuid hil-jem I will come, but later.
Meie mängime, ning nad vaatavad. mei-e mäng-i-me, ning nad va-a-ta-vad We are playing, and they are watching.

Subordinating Conjunctions[edit | edit source]

Subordinating conjunctions introduce dependent clauses and connect them to independent clauses. Common subordinating conjunctions in Estonian include:

  • sest (because)
  • kui (if)
  • kuigi (although)
  • et (that)
  • kuni (until)

Here are some examples:

Standard Estonian Pronunciation English
Ma tulen, sest mul on vaba päev. ma tu-len, sest mul on va-ba päev I am coming because I have a day off.
Kui sa tuled, siis me lähme. kui sa tu-led, siis me läh-me If you come, then we will go.
Kuigi see on kallis, ostan ma selle. kui-gi se on kal-lis, os-tan ma sel-le Although it is expensive, I will buy it.
Ta ütles, et ta tuleb homme. ta üt-les, et ta tu-leb hom-me He said that he will come tomorrow.
Oota, kuni ma tulen. oo-ta, kuni ma tu-len Wait until I come.

Using Conjunctions in Sentences[edit | edit source]

Now that we've familiarized ourselves with the types of conjunctions, let's look at how to use them in sentences.

  • Coordinating Conjunctions: These can be used to join two nouns, verbs, or clauses.
  • Example: Ma söön õuna ja banaani. (I eat an apple and a banana.)
  • Subordinating Conjunctions: These help to create more complex sentences by indicating a relationship between the main clause and the subordinate clause.
  • Example: Ma joon teed, sest olen väsinud. (I drink tea because I am tired.)

Important Note: In Estonian, word order can be flexible, but the conjunctions usually appear before the clause they introduce.

Practice Exercises[edit | edit source]

Now it's time to put your knowledge into practice! Below are exercises designed to help you apply what you've learned about conjunctions.

1. Fill in the blanks with the correct conjunction:

  • Ma armastan jalgrattasõitu ___ see on lõbus.
  • (Options: sest, aga, või)

2. Combine the sentences using a coordinating conjunction:

  • Ma tahan minna kinno.
  • Ma tahan süüa.
  • (Example answer: Ma tahan minna kinno ja süüa.)

3. Translate the following sentences into Estonian:

  • I will call you if I have time.
  • (Example answer: Ma helistan sulle, kui mul on aega.)

4. Choose the correct subordinating conjunction:

  • Ta ei tulnud, ___ ta oli haige.
  • (Options: et, sest, kui)

5. Rearrange the words to form a correct sentence:

  • sest / armastan / ma / raamatuid / lugeda.
  • (Example answer: Ma armastan lugeda raamatuid, sest ...)

6. Create sentences using the conjunctions from the list below:

  • ja, kuid, sest
  • (Example: Ma lähen parki, kuid see on kaugel.)

7. Identify the type of conjunction in the following sentences:

  • Ta joonistas, ja ma värvisin. (Coordinating/Subordinating)
  • Ma lähen välja, kui see on soe. (Coordinating/Subordinating)

8. Complete the sentence:

  • Ma tahan õuna, ___ banaani, ___ apelsini. (Options: ja, või, aga)

9. Match the Estonian sentences with their English translations:

  • 1) Ma tulen, kui sa tuled.
  • 2) Ta on õppija, aga mõnikord ta ei taha õppida.
  • (Translations provided separately)

10. Compose a dialogue using at least three conjunctions:

  • (Example answer: A: Kas sa tuled kinno? B: Ma ei tea, kas ma saan, sest mul on kodutöö.)

Solutions and Explanations[edit | edit source]

1. Answer: sest. Explanation: This sentence explains why the speaker loves cycling.

2. Example Answer: Ma tahan minna kinno ja süüa. Explanation: The conjunction "ja" is used to combine two independent clauses.

3. Example Answer: Ma helistan sulle, kui mul on aega. Explanation: "Kui" introduces a condition.

4. Answer: sest. Explanation: This conjunction explains the reason for the subject not coming.

5. Example Answer: Ma armastan lugeda raamatuid, sest ... Explanation: The conjunction introduces a reason.

6. Example: "Ja" connects two ideas, "Kuid" contrasts two thoughts, and "Sest" provides a reason.

7. Answers: 1) Coordinating, 2) Subordinating. Explanation: "Ja" connects; "kui" introduces a condition.

8. Answer: või. Explanation: "Või" indicates a choice between different fruits.

9. 1) I will come if you come. 2) He is a learner, but sometimes he does not want to learn.

10. Example Dialogue: A: Kas sa tuled kinno? B: Ma ei tea, kas ma saan, sest mul on kodutöö. Explanation: This dialogue uses conjunctions to connect thoughts.

This concludes our lesson on conjunctions in Standard Estonian. Remember to practice frequently to get comfortable using these connectors in your speech and writing. Happy learning!

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


Introduction to Estonian


Greetings and Introductions


Nouns and Pronouns


Numbers and Time


Verbs and Tenses


Daily Activities


Adjectives and Adverbs


Food and Dining


Estonian Traditions


Travel and Transportation


Prepositions and Conjunctions


At Home and Work


Estonian History


Negation and Questions


Other Lessons[edit | edit source]



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