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Welcome to the exciting world of Tatar grammar! Today, we’re diving into one of the most essential aspects of the Tatar language: '''noun cases'''. Understanding noun cases is crucial for mastering Tatar, as they reveal how nouns interact within sentences, indicating various grammatical functions such as possession, direction, and more. This lesson will help you navigate these cases with confidence, enriching your understanding of the language and enhancing your ability to communicate effectively.
 
In Tatar, nouns can change their forms depending on their grammatical role, and there are '''six noun cases''' that we will explore in detail. Each case has its own unique ending, which you will learn to recognize and use. By the end of this lesson, you will not only understand the theory behind noun cases but also practice using them in sentences.
 
Here's what we will cover:


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== Introduction ==
=== The Importance of Noun Cases ===


In this lesson, we will delve into the fascinating world of Tatar noun cases. Noun cases are an essential aspect of the Tatar language as they determine the form and function of nouns in different contexts. Understanding noun cases is crucial for constructing grammatically correct sentences and expressing ideas accurately in Tatar. By the end of this lesson, you will be familiar with the six Tatar noun cases and how they affect the form of a noun. You will also have ample opportunities to practice using nouns in different cases in sentences.
Noun cases are the backbone of Tatar syntax. They help clarify relationships between words in a sentence. Unlike English, where word order is paramount, Tatar relies heavily on these cases to convey meaning. As a beginner, grasping this concept will give you a solid foundation for your language learning journey. Let's explore each case in detail!


== Noun Cases in Tatar ==
=== Overview of the Six Tatar Noun Cases ===


Tatar, like many other Turkic languages, employs noun cases to indicate the relationships between words in a sentence. Noun cases add a layer of complexity to the language but also provide a precise way to convey meaning. There are six noun cases in Tatar, each serving a specific purpose and representing a particular grammatical function. Let's explore each of these cases in detail:
In Tatar, the six noun cases are:


=== Nominative Case ===
# '''Nominative (Исемлек)''' - Basic form, used for the subject of the sentence.


The nominative case is the default case for nouns in Tatar. It is used for the subject of a sentence, indicating that the noun is performing the action of the verb. In the nominative case, the noun remains in its base form without any suffixes. For example:
# '''Genitive (Генитив)''' - Indicates possession or relation to another noun.
 
# '''Dative (Датив)''' - Shows direction or the recipient of an action.
 
# '''Accusative (Винительный)''' - Used for the direct object of a sentence.
 
# '''Locative (Кабатлау)''' - Indicates location or the context of an action.
 
# '''Ablative (Агым)''' - Denotes movement away from something or origin.
 
Let’s delve deeper into each case with examples.
 
== Nominative Case (Исемлек) ==
 
The nominative case is the base form of a noun, typically used for the subject of a sentence. It answers the question “who?” or “what?” Here’s how it looks in practice:


{| class="wikitable"
{| class="wikitable"
! Tatar !! Pronunciation !! English
! Tatar !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
|-
| китап || kitap || book
| китап || kitap || book
|-
| бала || bala || child
|-
|-
| кот || kot || cat
 
| йорт || yort || house
 
|-
|-
| студент || student || student
 
| машина || maşina || car
 
|}
|}


=== Accusative Case ===
=== Example Sentences ===
 
1. '''Китап өстәлдә.''' (The book is on the table.)
 
2. '''Бала уйный.''' (The child is playing.)


The accusative case is used to indicate the direct object of a verb, the recipient of an action, or the target of a preposition. In the accusative case, nouns undergo changes in their form, typically by adding the suffix "-ны" or "-не" for definite nouns and "-ны" or "-не" for indefinite nouns. Here are some examples:
3. '''Йорт зур.''' (The house is big.)
 
4. '''Машина яңа.''' (The car is new.)
 
== Genitive Case (Генитив) ==
 
The genitive case shows possession, answering the question “whose?” It often translates to “of” in English.


{| class="wikitable"
{| class="wikitable"
! Tatar !! Pronunciation !! English
! Tatar !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
| китапның || kitapnıŋ || of the book
|-
|-
| китапны || kitapny || the book
 
| баланың || balanıŋ || of the child
 
|-
|-
| котны || kotny || the cat
 
| йортның || yortnıŋ || of the house
 
|-
|-
| студентне || studentne || a student
 
| машинаның || maşinanıŋ || of the car
 
|}
|}


=== Genitive Case ===
=== Example Sentences ===
 
1. '''Китапның битләре.''' (The pages of the book.)
 
2. '''Баланың уены.''' (The game of the child.)
 
3. '''Йортның түбәсендә.''' (On the roof of the house.)
 
4. '''Машинаның төсе.''' (The color of the car.)


The genitive case is used to indicate possession, origin, or the partitive case. Nouns in the genitive case often undergo changes in their form, typically by adding the suffix "-ның" or "-нең" for singular nouns and "-ларның" or "-ларнең" for plural nouns. Here are some examples:
== Dative Case (Датив) ==
 
The dative case indicates the direction or recipient of an action, answering the question “to whom?” or “for whom?”


{| class="wikitable"
{| class="wikitable"
! Tatar !! Pronunciation !! English
! Tatar !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
|-
| китапның || kitapnyñ || of the book
 
| китапка || kitapqa || to the book
 
|-
|-
| котнең || kotneñ || of the cat
 
| балага || balaga || to the child
 
|-
|-
| студентнең || studentneñ || of the student
 
| йортка || yortqa || to the house
 
|-
 
| машинага || maşinağa || to the car
 
|}
|}


=== Dative Case ===
=== Example Sentences ===
 
1. '''Мин китапка язам.''' (I am writing to the book.)
 
2. '''Мин балага бүләк бирдем.''' (I gave a gift to the child.)
 
3. '''Мин йортка керәм.''' (I am entering the house.)
 
4. '''Мин машинага утырам.''' (I am getting into the car.)
 
== Accusative Case (Винительный) ==


The dative case is used to indicate the indirect object of a verb, the recipient of an action, or the target of a preposition. Nouns in the dative case often undergo changes in their form, typically by adding the suffix "-га" or "-гә" for singular nouns and "-ларга" or "-ләргә" for plural nouns. Here are some examples:
The accusative case is used for the direct object of a sentence, answering the question “whom?” or “what?”


{| class="wikitable"
{| class="wikitable"
! Tatar !! Pronunciation !! English
! Tatar !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
| китапны || kitapnı || the book (as a direct object)
|-
|-
| китапка || kitapka || to the book
 
| баланы || balanı || the child (as a direct object)
 
|-
|-
| котка || kotka || to the cat
 
| йортны || yortnı || the house (as a direct object)
 
|-
|-
| студентгә || studentgä || to the student
 
| машинаны || maşinanı || the car (as a direct object)
 
|}
|}


=== Locative Case ===
=== Example Sentences ===
 
1. '''Мин китапны укыйм.''' (I read the book.)
 
2. '''Мин баланы күрәм.''' (I see the child.)
 
3. '''Мин йортны сатып алдым.''' (I bought the house.)
 
4. '''Мин машинаны чистартам.''' (I clean the car.)
 
== Locative Case (Кабатлау) ==


The locative case is used to indicate location, the place where an action takes place, or the position of an object. Nouns in the locative case often undergo changes in their form, typically by adding the suffix "-да" or "-дә" for singular nouns and "-ларда" or "-ләрдә" for plural nouns. Here are some examples:
The locative case indicates location, answering the question “where?” It often translates to “in,” “on,” or “at.”


{| class="wikitable"
{| class="wikitable"
! Tatar !! Pronunciation !! English
! Tatar !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
|-
| китапта || kitapta || in the book
| китапта || kitapta || in the book
|-
| баланың || balanıŋ || in the child
|-
|-
| котта || kotta || on the cat
 
| йортта || yortta || in the house
 
|-
|-
| студенттә || studenttä || at the student
 
| машинада || maşinada || in the car
 
|}
|}


=== Ablative Case ===
=== Example Sentences ===
 
1. '''Мин китапта язам.''' (I write in the book.)
 
2. '''Бала уенда.''' (The child is in the game.)
 
3. '''Йортта кешеләр.''' (There are people in the house.)
 
4. '''Машинада музыка.''' (There is music in the car.)


The ablative case is used to indicate movement away from a location, the source of an action, or the cause of something. Nouns in the ablative case often undergo changes in their form, typically by adding the suffix "-нан" or "-нән" for singular nouns and "-лардан" or "-ләрдән" for plural nouns. Here are some examples:
== Ablative Case (Агым) ==
 
The ablative case indicates movement away from something or origin, answering the question “from where?”


{| class="wikitable"
{| class="wikitable"
! Tatar !! Pronunciation !! English
! Tatar !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
| китаптан || kitaptaŋ || from the book
|-
|-
| китапнан || kitapnan || from the book
 
| баладан || baladan || from the child
 
|-
|-
| коттан || kottan || from the cat
 
| йорттан || yorttan || from the house
 
|-
|-
| студенттән || studenttän || from the student
 
| машинадан || maşinadan || from the car
 
|}
|}


== Cultural Insights ==
=== Example Sentences ===


The usage and understanding of noun cases in Tatar may vary across different regions or communities. Regional dialects and historical influences can contribute to slight differences in the application of noun cases. For example, in some dialects, the accusative case suffix "-ны" may be pronounced as "-не" or "-ня" depending on the word or context. Similarly, the genitive case suffix "-ның" may be pronounced as "-нең" or "-няң" in certain dialects.
1. '''Мин китаптан укыйм.''' (I read from the book.)


Tatar noun cases also play a significant role in preserving the rich cultural heritage of the Tatar people. Through the correct usage of noun cases, speakers can convey nuanced meanings and evoke a sense of tradition and identity. For instance, the genitive case is often employed in poetry and folk songs to express emotions and evoke imagery associated with Tatar traditions and folklore.
2. '''Мин баладан киттем.''' (I left from the child.)
 
3. '''Мин йорттан чыктым.''' (I came out from the house.)
 
4. '''Мин машинадан чыктым.''' (I got out from the car.)


== Practice Exercises ==
== Practice Exercises ==


Now that you have learned about the six Tatar noun cases, it's time to put your knowledge into practice. Below are some exercises to help you reinforce your understanding of noun cases and their usage in sentences. Try to complete each exercise and then check your answers.
Now that we've explored the noun cases with plenty of examples, it's time to put your knowledge to the test! Below are 10 exercises designed to help you practice using Tatar noun cases in context.


=== Exercise 1 ===
=== Exercise 1: Identify the Case ===


Complete the following sentences by selecting the correct noun case for each blank:
Determine the case of the underlined noun in each sentence.


1. Минем кот __китапны__ ашарак кара кайтаган.
1. '''Китап''' өстәлдә. (The book is on the table.)
2. Хәзерге __студентгә__ хат алдым.
3. Бизне башлык ичә __котта__ калтырмак кеше.
4. Әйәлнең исеме __әтесең__ җыр белән телә.
5. Шулай укылмаган __китапта__ кирәк.


=== Exercise 2 ===
2. Мин '''баланы''' күрәм. (I see the child.)


Translate the following sentences from English to Tatar, making sure to use the appropriate noun case:
3. '''Машина''' яңа. (The car is new.)


1. The cat is on the table.
4. Мин '''йорттан''' чыктым. (I came out from the house.)
2. I gave a book to the student.
3. The house is far from the city.
4. She comes from Russia.
5. We are going to the park.


== Solutions ==
=== Exercise 2: Fill in the Blanks ===


=== Exercise 1 ===
Use the correct form of the noun in parentheses to complete the sentences.


1. Минем кот китапны ашарак кара кайтаган.
1. Мин '''(балалар)''' __________ уенда. (I am playing with the children.)
2. Хәзерге студентгә хат алдым.
3. Бизне башлык ичә котта калтырмак кеше.
4. Әйәлнең исеме әтесең җыр белән телә.
5. Шулай укылмаган китапта кирәк.


=== Exercise 2 ===
2. Китап __________ (китап) __________ өстәлдә. (The book is on the table.)


1. Кот төстәгә.
3. Мин '''(йорт)''' __________ сатып алдым. (I bought the house.)
2. Мин студентгә китап бердим.
3. Уй шәһәрдән үзәк.
4. У Русиянан килә.
5. Без паркка бара.


== Conclusion ==
4. Мин '''(машина)''' __________ чистартам. (I clean the car.)


Congratulations! You have successfully explored the intricacies of Tatar noun cases. By understanding the nuances of each case and practicing their usage in sentences, you have taken a significant step towards mastering the Tatar language. Noun cases are an essential aspect of Tatar grammar, and their correct application will greatly enhance your communication skills in Tatar. Keep practicing and exploring the beauty of Tatar grammar as you progress in your language learning journey.
=== Exercise 3: Create Sentences ===
 
Write sentences using the given nouns in the specified cases.
 
1. '''(бала, датив)''': ________________
 
2. '''(китап, генитив)''': ________________
 
3. '''(йорт, акузатив)''': ________________
 
4. '''(машина, локатив)''': ________________
 
=== Exercise 4: Translate the Following ===
 
Translate the following sentences from English to Tatar, using the correct noun cases.
 
1. I see the book.
 
2. The child is playing.
 
3. I gave a gift to the car.
 
4. He is coming from the house.
 
=== Exercise 5: Matching Exercise ===
 
Match the Tatar words with their corresponding English translations.
 
1. китап (a) from the book
 
2. бала (b) in the car
 
3. йорт (c) the child
 
4. машина (d) the house
 
=== Exercise 6: Fill in the Case Table ===
 
Fill in the blanks for the following nouns in all six cases.
 
| Noun | Nominative | Genitive | Dative | Accusative | Locative | Ablative |
 
|------|------------|----------|--------|------------|----------|----------|
 
| китап | _______  | _______  | ______ | _______    | ________ | ________ |
 
| бала  | _______  | _______  | ______ | _______    | ________ | ________ |
 
| йорт  | _______  | _______  | ______ | _______    | ________ | ________ |
 
| машина | _______  | _______  | ______ | _______    | ________ | ________ |
 
=== Exercise 7: Correct the Sentences ===
 
Identify the errors in the sentences and correct them.
 
1. Мин китапны укыйм. (I read to the book.)
 
2. Бала йортта. (The child is at the house.)
 
3. Машинада кешеләр. (There are people from the car.)
 
4. Мин баладан киттем. (I left the child.)
 
=== Exercise 8: Create a Short Dialogue ===
 
Create a short dialogue using at least five noun cases in context. Write both sides of the conversation.
 
=== Exercise 9: Write a Paragraph ===
 
Write a short paragraph using at least three different noun cases. Use your imagination!
 
=== Exercise 10: Role Play ===
 
Pair up with a partner and perform a role play using Tatar sentences that include different noun cases. Use the nouns learned in this lesson.
 
== Solutions and Explanations ==
 
=== Exercise 1: Identify the Case ===
 
1. Nominative
 
2. Accusative
 
3. Nominative
 
4. Ablative
 
=== Exercise 2: Fill in the Blanks ===
 
1. балаларда (балалар - dative form)
 
2. китап өстәлдә (китап - nominative form)
 
3. йортны (йорт - accusative form)
 
4. машинаны (машина - accusative form)
 
=== Exercise 3: Create Sentences ===
 
1. Мин балага уйнарга барам. (I am going to play with the child.)
 
2. Китапның битләре яңа. (The pages of the book are new.)
 
3. Мин йортны сатып алдым. (I bought the house.)
 
4. Машинада музыка яңгырый. (Music is playing in the car.)
 
=== Exercise 4: Translate the Following ===
 
1. Мин китапны күрәм.
 
2. Бала уйный.
 
3. Мин машинаны бүләк бирдем.
 
4. Ул йорттан килә.
 
=== Exercise 5: Matching Exercise ===
 
1 - (d) book
 
2 - (c) child
 
3 - (b) house
 
4 - (a) car
 
=== Exercise 6: Fill in the Case Table ===
 
| Noun | Nominative | Genitive | Dative | Accusative | Locative | Ablative |
 
|------|------------|----------|--------|------------|----------|----------|
 
| китап | китап      | китапның | китапка | китапны    | китапта  | китаптан  |
 
| бала  | бала      | баланың  | балага  | баланы    | балада  | баладан  |
 
| йорт  | йорт      | йортның  | йортка  | йортны    | йортта  | йорттан  |
 
| машина | машина    | машинаның | машинага | машинаны  | машинада | машинадан  |
 
=== Exercise 7: Correct the Sentences ===
 
1. Мин китапны укыйм. (I read the book.)
 
2. Бала йортта. (The child is at home.)
 
3. Машинада кешеләр. (There are people in the car.)
 
4. Мин баладан киттем. (I left from the child.)
 
=== Exercise 8: Create a Short Dialogue ===
 
'''A:''' Син китапны укыйсыңмы? (Are you reading the book?)
 
'''B:''' Әйе, мин китапта язам. (Yes, I am writing in the book.)
 
=== Exercise 9: Write a Paragraph ===
 
Сегодня я купил новый автомобиль. Он стоит во дворе. Я вижу своего друга. Он пришел из дома.
 
=== Exercise 10: Role Play ===
 
'''Scenario:''' At a bookstore.
 
'''Student A:''' Мин китап сатып алам. (I want to buy a book.)
 
'''Student B:''' Син китапны күрдеңме? (Did you see the book?)
 
Congratulations on completing the lesson! Understanding noun cases is a significant milestone in your Tatar language journey. Keep practicing, and soon you'll be able to form complex sentences with ease. Remember, language learning is a gradual process, so don’t hesitate to revisit these concepts as you progress.


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Tatar → Grammar → 0 to A1 Course → Noun Cases

Welcome to the exciting world of Tatar grammar! Today, we’re diving into one of the most essential aspects of the Tatar language: noun cases. Understanding noun cases is crucial for mastering Tatar, as they reveal how nouns interact within sentences, indicating various grammatical functions such as possession, direction, and more. This lesson will help you navigate these cases with confidence, enriching your understanding of the language and enhancing your ability to communicate effectively.

In Tatar, nouns can change their forms depending on their grammatical role, and there are six noun cases that we will explore in detail. Each case has its own unique ending, which you will learn to recognize and use. By the end of this lesson, you will not only understand the theory behind noun cases but also practice using them in sentences.

Here's what we will cover:

The Importance of Noun Cases[edit | edit source]

Noun cases are the backbone of Tatar syntax. They help clarify relationships between words in a sentence. Unlike English, where word order is paramount, Tatar relies heavily on these cases to convey meaning. As a beginner, grasping this concept will give you a solid foundation for your language learning journey. Let's explore each case in detail!

Overview of the Six Tatar Noun Cases[edit | edit source]

In Tatar, the six noun cases are:

  1. Nominative (Исемлек) - Basic form, used for the subject of the sentence.
  1. Genitive (Генитив) - Indicates possession or relation to another noun.
  1. Dative (Датив) - Shows direction or the recipient of an action.
  1. Accusative (Винительный) - Used for the direct object of a sentence.
  1. Locative (Кабатлау) - Indicates location or the context of an action.
  1. Ablative (Агым) - Denotes movement away from something or origin.

Let’s delve deeper into each case with examples.

Nominative Case (Исемлек)[edit | edit source]

The nominative case is the base form of a noun, typically used for the subject of a sentence. It answers the question “who?” or “what?” Here’s how it looks in practice:

Tatar Pronunciation English
китап kitap book
бала bala child
йорт yort house
машина maşina car

Example Sentences[edit | edit source]

1. Китап өстәлдә. (The book is on the table.)

2. Бала уйный. (The child is playing.)

3. Йорт зур. (The house is big.)

4. Машина яңа. (The car is new.)

Genitive Case (Генитив)[edit | edit source]

The genitive case shows possession, answering the question “whose?” It often translates to “of” in English.

Tatar Pronunciation English
китапның kitapnıŋ of the book
баланың balanıŋ of the child
йортның yortnıŋ of the house
машинаның maşinanıŋ of the car

Example Sentences[edit | edit source]

1. Китапның битләре. (The pages of the book.)

2. Баланың уены. (The game of the child.)

3. Йортның түбәсендә. (On the roof of the house.)

4. Машинаның төсе. (The color of the car.)

Dative Case (Датив)[edit | edit source]

The dative case indicates the direction or recipient of an action, answering the question “to whom?” or “for whom?”

Tatar Pronunciation English
китапка kitapqa to the book
балага balaga to the child
йортка yortqa to the house
машинага maşinağa to the car

Example Sentences[edit | edit source]

1. Мин китапка язам. (I am writing to the book.)

2. Мин балага бүләк бирдем. (I gave a gift to the child.)

3. Мин йортка керәм. (I am entering the house.)

4. Мин машинага утырам. (I am getting into the car.)

Accusative Case (Винительный)[edit | edit source]

The accusative case is used for the direct object of a sentence, answering the question “whom?” or “what?”

Tatar Pronunciation English
китапны kitapnı the book (as a direct object)
баланы balanı the child (as a direct object)
йортны yortnı the house (as a direct object)
машинаны maşinanı the car (as a direct object)

Example Sentences[edit | edit source]

1. Мин китапны укыйм. (I read the book.)

2. Мин баланы күрәм. (I see the child.)

3. Мин йортны сатып алдым. (I bought the house.)

4. Мин машинаны чистартам. (I clean the car.)

Locative Case (Кабатлау)[edit | edit source]

The locative case indicates location, answering the question “where?” It often translates to “in,” “on,” or “at.”

Tatar Pronunciation English
китапта kitapta in the book
баланың balanıŋ in the child
йортта yortta in the house
машинада maşinada in the car

Example Sentences[edit | edit source]

1. Мин китапта язам. (I write in the book.)

2. Бала уенда. (The child is in the game.)

3. Йортта кешеләр. (There are people in the house.)

4. Машинада музыка. (There is music in the car.)

Ablative Case (Агым)[edit | edit source]

The ablative case indicates movement away from something or origin, answering the question “from where?”

Tatar Pronunciation English
китаптан kitaptaŋ from the book
баладан baladan from the child
йорттан yorttan from the house
машинадан maşinadan from the car

Example Sentences[edit | edit source]

1. Мин китаптан укыйм. (I read from the book.)

2. Мин баладан киттем. (I left from the child.)

3. Мин йорттан чыктым. (I came out from the house.)

4. Мин машинадан чыктым. (I got out from the car.)

Practice Exercises[edit | edit source]

Now that we've explored the noun cases with plenty of examples, it's time to put your knowledge to the test! Below are 10 exercises designed to help you practice using Tatar noun cases in context.

Exercise 1: Identify the Case[edit | edit source]

Determine the case of the underlined noun in each sentence.

1. Китап өстәлдә. (The book is on the table.)

2. Мин баланы күрәм. (I see the child.)

3. Машина яңа. (The car is new.)

4. Мин йорттан чыктым. (I came out from the house.)

Exercise 2: Fill in the Blanks[edit | edit source]

Use the correct form of the noun in parentheses to complete the sentences.

1. Мин (балалар) __________ уенда. (I am playing with the children.)

2. Китап __________ (китап) __________ өстәлдә. (The book is on the table.)

3. Мин (йорт) __________ сатып алдым. (I bought the house.)

4. Мин (машина) __________ чистартам. (I clean the car.)

Exercise 3: Create Sentences[edit | edit source]

Write sentences using the given nouns in the specified cases.

1. (бала, датив): ________________

2. (китап, генитив): ________________

3. (йорт, акузатив): ________________

4. (машина, локатив): ________________

Exercise 4: Translate the Following[edit | edit source]

Translate the following sentences from English to Tatar, using the correct noun cases.

1. I see the book.

2. The child is playing.

3. I gave a gift to the car.

4. He is coming from the house.

Exercise 5: Matching Exercise[edit | edit source]

Match the Tatar words with their corresponding English translations.

1. китап (a) from the book

2. бала (b) in the car

3. йорт (c) the child

4. машина (d) the house

Exercise 6: Fill in the Case Table[edit | edit source]

Fill in the blanks for the following nouns in all six cases.

| Noun | Nominative | Genitive | Dative | Accusative | Locative | Ablative |

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

| китап | _______ | _______ | ______ | _______ | ________ | ________ |

| бала | _______ | _______ | ______ | _______ | ________ | ________ |

| йорт | _______ | _______ | ______ | _______ | ________ | ________ |

| машина | _______ | _______ | ______ | _______ | ________ | ________ |

Exercise 7: Correct the Sentences[edit | edit source]

Identify the errors in the sentences and correct them.

1. Мин китапны укыйм. (I read to the book.)

2. Бала йортта. (The child is at the house.)

3. Машинада кешеләр. (There are people from the car.)

4. Мин баладан киттем. (I left the child.)

Exercise 8: Create a Short Dialogue[edit | edit source]

Create a short dialogue using at least five noun cases in context. Write both sides of the conversation.

Exercise 9: Write a Paragraph[edit | edit source]

Write a short paragraph using at least three different noun cases. Use your imagination!

Exercise 10: Role Play[edit | edit source]

Pair up with a partner and perform a role play using Tatar sentences that include different noun cases. Use the nouns learned in this lesson.

Solutions and Explanations[edit | edit source]

Exercise 1: Identify the Case[edit | edit source]

1. Nominative

2. Accusative

3. Nominative

4. Ablative

Exercise 2: Fill in the Blanks[edit | edit source]

1. балаларда (балалар - dative form)

2. китап өстәлдә (китап - nominative form)

3. йортны (йорт - accusative form)

4. машинаны (машина - accusative form)

Exercise 3: Create Sentences[edit | edit source]

1. Мин балага уйнарга барам. (I am going to play with the child.)

2. Китапның битләре яңа. (The pages of the book are new.)

3. Мин йортны сатып алдым. (I bought the house.)

4. Машинада музыка яңгырый. (Music is playing in the car.)

Exercise 4: Translate the Following[edit | edit source]

1. Мин китапны күрәм.

2. Бала уйный.

3. Мин машинаны бүләк бирдем.

4. Ул йорттан килә.

Exercise 5: Matching Exercise[edit | edit source]

1 - (d) book

2 - (c) child

3 - (b) house

4 - (a) car

Exercise 6: Fill in the Case Table[edit | edit source]

| Noun | Nominative | Genitive | Dative | Accusative | Locative | Ablative |

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

| китап | китап | китапның | китапка | китапны | китапта | китаптан |

| бала | бала | баланың | балага | баланы | балада | баладан |

| йорт | йорт | йортның | йортка | йортны | йортта | йорттан |

| машина | машина | машинаның | машинага | машинаны | машинада | машинадан |

Exercise 7: Correct the Sentences[edit | edit source]

1. Мин китапны укыйм. (I read the book.)

2. Бала йортта. (The child is at home.)

3. Машинада кешеләр. (There are people in the car.)

4. Мин баладан киттем. (I left from the child.)

Exercise 8: Create a Short Dialogue[edit | edit source]

A: Син китапны укыйсыңмы? (Are you reading the book?)

B: Әйе, мин китапта язам. (Yes, I am writing in the book.)

Exercise 9: Write a Paragraph[edit | edit source]

Сегодня я купил новый автомобиль. Он стоит во дворе. Я вижу своего друга. Он пришел из дома.

Exercise 10: Role Play[edit | edit source]

Scenario: At a bookstore.

Student A: Мин китап сатып алам. (I want to buy a book.)

Student B: Син китапны күрдеңме? (Did you see the book?)

Congratulations on completing the lesson! Understanding noun cases is a significant milestone in your Tatar language journey. Keep practicing, and soon you'll be able to form complex sentences with ease. Remember, language learning is a gradual process, so don’t hesitate to revisit these concepts as you progress.

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


Greetings and Introductions


Sentence Structure


Numbers and Time


Nouns and Pronouns


Family and Relationships


Verbs and Tenses


Food and Dining


Adjectives and Adverbs


Travel and Transportation


Prepositions and Conjunctions


Hobbies and Leisure


Tatar Customs and Traditions


Shopping and Services


Negation and Commands


Tatar History and Society

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