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Welcome to another exciting lesson in our "Complete 0 to A1 Lao Course"! Today, we will dive into the fascinating world of '''prepositions''' in the Lao language. Prepositions are essential as they help us understand the relationship between different elements in a sentence, particularly regarding location, direction, and time. Mastering prepositions will significantly enhance your ability to communicate effectively in Lao, whether you're navigating the streets of Vientiane or chatting with locals.
 
In this lesson, we will cover:
 
* An overview of prepositions in Lao
 
* Common prepositions and their meanings
 
* How to use prepositions in sentences
 
* Examples to illustrate usage
 
* Exercises to practice what you've learned
 
Before we embark on this journey, let's take a moment to understand why prepositions are so important in language learning. In any language, prepositions function as glue that holds sentences together. They provide context and clarity, allowing you to convey precise meanings and relationships.


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== Introduction ==
=== What Are Prepositions? ===
 
Prepositions are words that indicate relationships between nouns, pronouns, or phrases in a sentence. They typically describe:
 
* '''Location''' (where something is)
 
* '''Direction''' (where something is going)
 
* '''Time''' (when something happens)
 
In Lao, prepositions play a significant role in forming coherent sentences. Let’s explore some of the most commonly used prepositions in the language.
 
=== Common Prepositions in Lao ===
 
Here are some of the most frequently used prepositions in Lao, along with their meanings:
 
{| class="wikitable"
 
! Lao !! Pronunciation !! English
 
|-
 
| ຢູ່ || yuu || at, in, on
 
|-
 
| ຕໍ່ || tor || to
 
|-
 
| ສໍາລັບ || samlap || for
 
|-
 
| ກັບ || kap || with, against
 
|-
 
| ລ່ວງ || luang || under
 
|-
 
| ໃນ || nai || in, inside
 
|-
 
| ຂໍ້ງ || khoang || between
 
|-
 
| ບ້ານ || ban || home, place
 
|-
 
| ສູ່ || suu || towards
 
|-
 
| ອອກ || ok || out, outside
 
|}
 
=== Using Prepositions in Sentences ===
 
Now, let's learn how to incorporate these prepositions into sentences. Each preposition will be illustrated with examples to provide clarity on their usage.
 
==== 1. ຢູ່ (yuu) - at, in, on ====
 
This preposition is used to indicate a specific location.
 
{| class="wikitable"
 
! Lao !! Pronunciation !! English
 
|-
 
| ຂໍ້ງຢູ່ ສູນການຄໍາແນະນຳ || khong yuu sun kan khamnaenam || The book is at the library.
 
|-
 
| ຂໍ້ງຢູ່ ບ້ານ || khong yuu ban || The cat is in the house.
 
|-
 
| ຂໍ້ງຢູ່ ໃນສວນ || khong yuu nai suan || The flowers are in the garden.
 
|}
 
==== 2. ຕໍ່ (tor) - to ====
 
This preposition is used to indicate direction or movement towards a place.
 
{| class="wikitable"
 
! Lao !! Pronunciation !! English
 
|-
 
| ຂໍ້ງຕໍ່ ສູນການຄໍາແນະນຳ || khong tor sun kan khamnaenam || I am going to the library.
 
|-
 
| ຂໍ້ງຕໍ່ ບ້ານ || khong tor ban || He is walking to the house.
 
|-
 
| ຂໍ້ງຕໍ່ ເມືອງ || khong tor mueang || We are heading to town.
 
|}
 
==== 3. ສໍາລັບ (samlap) - for ====
 
This preposition indicates purpose or recipient.


In this lesson, we will explore an important aspect of Lao grammar: prepositions. Prepositions are words that show the relationship between a noun or pronoun and another element in the sentence. They are essential for expressing location, direction, time, and other important concepts in Lao. Understanding how to use prepositions correctly will greatly enhance your ability to communicate in Lao and make your sentences more precise and meaningful.
{| class="wikitable"


Throughout this lesson, we will delve into the details of Lao prepositions, providing numerous examples and exercises to help you grasp their usage. We will also explore any regional variations in the usage of prepositions and share interesting cultural facts related to this topic. By the end of this lesson, you will have a solid foundation in Lao prepositions and be able to use them confidently in your conversations and writing.
! Lao !! Pronunciation !! English


== Lao Prepositions ==
|-


Lao prepositions play a crucial role in indicating location, direction, time, possession, and other relationships between elements in a sentence. They are typically placed before the noun or pronoun they modify and provide important context and meaning to the sentence. Let's explore some common Lao prepositions and their usage:
| ຂໍ້ງສໍາລັບ ຄົນອື່ນ || khong samlap khon eun || This gift is for you.


=== Basic Prepositions ===
|-


Lao has several basic prepositions that are commonly used in everyday speech. These prepositions include:
| ຂໍ້ງສໍາລັບ ປິໄລມ || khong samlap pilaim || The book is for studying.
 
|-
 
| ຂໍ້ງສໍາລັບ ຄອບຄົວ || khong samlap khobkhua || This food is for the family.
 
|}


* ຢາ (ya): in, at
==== 4. ກັບ (kap) - with, against ====
* ທີ່ (thi): on, at
* ຂວາ (khua): under, below
* ຂອງ (khong): of, from
* ພົບ (pob): near, close to
* ໃນ (nai): inside, within
* ຕໍ່ (toe): to, towards
* ຢູ່ (yu): at, in, on
* ຂົວ (khua): behind, after
* ຂອງ (khong): with, by


Let's take a look at some examples to understand how these prepositions are used in sentences:
This preposition is used to denote companionship or opposition.


{| class="wikitable"
{| class="wikitable"
! Lao !! Pronunciation !! English
! Lao !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
|-
| ຂອງຂ້ອຍ || khong khoy || of me, mine
 
| ຂໍ້ງກັບ ເພື່ອນ || khong kap phuen || I am with my friend.
 
|-
 
| ຂໍ້ງກັບ ລູກນໍ້າ || khong kap luknam || She is against the idea.
 
|-
 
| ຂໍ້ງກັບ ຄົນອື່ນ || khong kap khon eun || They are fighting against others.
 
|}
 
==== 5. ລ່ວງ (luang) - under ====
 
This preposition indicates a position below something.
 
{| class="wikitable"
 
! Lao !! Pronunciation !! English
 
|-
 
| ຂໍ້ງລ່ວງ ຕານ || khong luang tan || The dog is under the table.
 
|-
 
| ຂໍ້ງລ່ວງ ບ້ານ || khong luang ban || The cat is under the house.
 
|-
 
| ຂໍ້ງລ່ວງ ໃນສວນ || khong luang nai suan || The ball is under the tree.
 
|}
 
==== 6. ໃນ (nai) - in, inside ====
 
This preposition indicates being within something.
 
{| class="wikitable"
 
! Lao !! Pronunciation !! English
 
|-
 
| ຂໍ້ງໃນ ບ້ານ || khong nai ban || I am inside the house.
 
|-
 
| ຂໍ້ງໃນ ສວນ || khong nai suan || The children are in the garden.
 
|-
 
| ຂໍ້ງໃນ ລູກນໍ້າ || khong nai luknam || The fish are in the water.
 
|}
 
==== 7. ຂໍ້ງ (khoang) - between ====
 
This preposition indicates a position among two or more entities.
 
{| class="wikitable"
 
! Lao !! Pronunciation !! English
 
|-
|-
| ຢູ່ຫນ້າພວກຂອງ || yu nua phuak khong || at the front of
 
| ຂໍ້ງຂໍ້ງ ສອງສິ້ນຄໍາ || khong khoang song sinkham || The ball is between the shoes.
 
|-
|-
| ຢູ່ຕ່າງກັນ || yu tang kan || in the middle of
 
| ຂໍ້ງຂໍ້ງ ປໍ່ກັບ || khong khoang paokap || The park is between the school and the market.
 
|-
|-
| ທີ່ບໍ່ || thi bo || not at, not in
 
| ຂໍ້ງຂໍ້ງ ລູກນໍ້າ || khong khoang luknam || The fish is between the two rocks.
 
|}
|}


In the first example, we see the preposition "ຂອງ (khong)" used to indicate possession. It is followed by the pronoun "ຂ້ອຍ (khoy)" which means "me" and the sentence translates to "of me" or "mine."
==== 8. ບ້ານ (ban) - home, place ====
 
This preposition is used to describe a location or destination.
 
{| class="wikitable"
 
! Lao !! Pronunciation !! English


The second example shows the preposition "ຢູ່ (yu)" used to indicate location. It is followed by the noun phrase "ຫນ້າພວກຂອງ (nua phuak khong)" which means "the front of." The sentence translates to "at the front of."
|-


The third example demonstrates the preposition "ຢູ່ (yu)" used to indicate location as well. It is followed by the noun phrase "ຕ່າງກັນ (tang kan)" which means "the middle of." The sentence translates to "in the middle of."
| ຂໍ້ງບ້ານ || khong ban || I am at home.


The fourth example highlights the preposition "ທີ່ (thi)" used to indicate absence or negation. It is followed by the adverb "ບໍ່ (bo)" which means "not." The sentence translates to "not at, not in."
|-


These are just a few examples of how prepositions are used in Lao. As you progress in your Lao language learning journey, you will encounter more prepositions and learn how to use them in different contexts.
| ຂໍ້ງບ້ານ ຂໍ້ງລູກນໍ້າ || khong ban khong luknam || The house is by the river.


=== Prepositions of Time ===
|-


In addition to indicating location and direction, prepositions are also used to express time in Lao. Here are some common prepositions used to talk about time:
| ຂໍ້ງບ້ານ ໃນສວນ || khong ban nai suan || The house is in the garden.


* ກ່ອນ (koi): before
|}
* ຕໍ່ໄປ (toe pai): after
* ຕາມ (tam): during, while
* ພວກ (phuak): since
* ຫາ (ha): at, on


Let's see some examples of how these prepositions are used in sentences:
==== 9. ສູ່ (suu) - towards ====
 
This preposition indicates direction towards something.


{| class="wikitable"
{| class="wikitable"
! Lao !! Pronunciation !! English
! Lao !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
|-
| ຕໍ່ໄປບ່ອນແລ້ວ || toe pai bon lao || after work
 
| ຂໍ້ງສູ່ ສູນການຄໍາແນະນຳ || khong suu sun kan khamnaenam || I am walking towards the library.
 
|-
|-
| ຕ່າມຕອນ || tam toan || during the day
 
| ຂໍ້ງສູ່ ບ້ານ || khong suu ban || She is going towards home.
 
|-
|-
| ຫາວັນທີ 10 || ha wan thi sip || on the 10th day
 
| ຂໍ້ງສູ່ ເມືອງ || khong suu mueang || They are heading towards town.
 
|}
 
==== 10. ອອກ (ok) - out, outside ====
 
This preposition indicates movement from inside to outside.
 
{| class="wikitable"
 
! Lao !! Pronunciation !! English
 
|-
 
| ຂໍ້ງອອກ ບ້ານ || khong ok ban || I am going out of the house.
 
|-
 
| ຂໍ້ງອອກ ສວນ || khong ok suan || The children are playing outside.
 
|-
|-
| ກ່ອນວັນຈັນ || koi wan jan || before Monday
 
| ຂໍ້ງອອກ ລູກນໍ້າ || khong ok luknam || The cat went out of the water.
 
|}
|}


In the first example, we see the preposition "ຕໍ່ໄປ (toe pai)" used to indicate a time after a specific event or action. It is followed by the noun "ບ່ອນ (bon)" which means "work." The sentence translates to "after work."
=== Practice Exercises ===
 
Now that you've familiarized yourself with these prepositions and how they fit into sentences, it's time to practice! Below are ten exercises designed to reinforce your understanding.
 
==== Exercise 1: Fill in the Blanks ====
 
Complete the sentences with the correct preposition from the list: ຢູ່, ຕໍ່, ສໍາລັບ, ກັບ.
 
1. ຂໍ້ງສອງສິ້ນຄໍາຢູ່ __________.
 
2. ຂໍ້ງຕໍ່ ສູນການຄໍາແນະນຳ __________.
 
3. ຂໍ້ງສໍາລັບ ຄົນອື່ນ __________.
 
4. ຂໍ້ງກັບ ເພື່ອນ __________.
 
==== Solutions for Exercise 1 ====
 
1. ຢູ່
 
2. ຕໍ່
 
3. ສໍາລັບ
 
4. ກັບ
 
==== Exercise 2: Translate the Sentences ====
 
Translate the following sentences from English to Lao.
 
1. The dog is under the table.
 
2. I am going to the market.
 
3. This gift is for my friend.
 
4. They are playing outside.
 
==== Solutions for Exercise 2 ====
 
1. ຂໍ້ງລ່ວງ ຕານ.
 
2. ຂໍ້ງຕໍ່ ຕະລາງ.
 
3. ຂໍ້ງສໍາລັັບ ເພື່ອນ.
 
4. ຂໍ້ງອອກ.
 
==== Exercise 3: Create Sentences ====
 
Using the prepositions provided, create your own sentences.
 
1. ຢູ່ (at)
 
2. ລ່ວງ (under)
 
3. ສູ່ (towards)
 
4. ອອກ (out)
 
==== Solutions for Exercise 3 ====
 
1. Example: ຂໍ້ງຢູ່ ບ້ານ. (I am at home.)
 
2. Example: ຂໍ້ງລ່ວງ ຕານ. (The dog is under the table.)
 
3. Example: ຂໍ້ງສູ່ ສູນ. (I am walking towards the library.)
 
4. Example: ຂໍ້ງອອກ ບ້ານ. (I am going out of the house.)
 
==== Exercise 4: Match the Prepositions ====
 
Match the Lao sentences with their English translations.
 
1. ຂໍ້ງຢູ່ ສູນການຄໍາແນະນຳ
 
2. ຂໍ້ງອອກ ລູກນໍ້າ
 
3. ຂໍ້ງຕໍ່ ບ້ານ
 
4. ຂໍ້ງລ່ວງ ບ້ານ
 
| Lao Sentence | English Translation |
 
|--------------|---------------------|
 
| 1            | a                    |
 
| 2            | b                    |
 
| 3            | c                    |
 
| 4            | d                    |
 
| a. The dog is outside. | b. I am going to the house. |
 
|------------------------|-------------------------------|
 
| c. I am at the library. | d. I am under the house.     |
 
==== Solutions for Exercise 4 ====
 
1 - c


The second example shows the preposition "ຕ່າມ (tam)" used to indicate a duration of time or a specific period. It is followed by the noun "ຕອນ (toan)" which means "day." The sentence translates to "during the day."
2 - a


The third example demonstrates the preposition "ຫາ (ha)" used to indicate a specific point in time. It is followed by the noun phrase "ວັນທີ 10 (wan thi sip)" which means "the 10th day." The sentence translates to "on the 10th day."
3 - b


The fourth example highlights the preposition "ກ່ອນ (koi)" used to indicate a time before a specific event or action. It is followed by the noun phrase "ວັນຈັນ (wan jan)" which means "Monday." The sentence translates to "before Monday."
4 - d


By using these prepositions, you can effectively talk about time in Lao and express various temporal relationships.
==== Exercise 5: Identify the Preposition ====


== Cultural Insight ==
Read the sentences and identify the preposition used.


Lao culture places great importance on politeness and respect in communication. When using prepositions or any other language element, it is essential to consider the cultural context and use appropriate language forms. In Lao, it is common to use honorifics and polite language when addressing elders, superiors, or people of higher social status. This extends to the choice of prepositions and other linguistic expressions.
1. ຂໍ້ງຕໍ່ ສູນການຄໍາແນະນຳ.


For example, when speaking to someone older or of higher social status, it is customary to use the preposition "ຢູ່ (yu)" as a sign of respect. This preposition implies a sense of deference and can be used to show politeness and humility. Using the correct preposition and other polite language forms is crucial for maintaining harmonious social interactions in Lao society.
2. ຂໍ້ງຢູ່ ໃນສວນ.


Additionally, Lao culture values community and interconnectedness. Prepositions are used not only to describe relationships between objects but also to express the connections between individuals and their surroundings. When learning Lao prepositions, it is important to understand the cultural significance behind these linguistic expressions and how they reflect the communal nature of Lao society.
3. ຂໍ້ງສໍາລັັບ ຄົນອື່ນ.


== Exercises ==
4. ຂໍ້ງອອກ ບ້ານ.


Now, let's practice using Lao prepositions in sentences. Choose the correct preposition to complete each sentence:
==== Solutions for Exercise 5 ====


1. ຂອງ (khong) ຂ້ອຍເປັນເຈົ້າ. (khong khoy pen jao)
1. ຕໍ່
  - I am the __ of you.


2. ຢູ່ (yu) ນ້ຳຂອງ (nham khong) ເຂົາ. (yu nham khong khao)
2. ຢູ່
  - I am __ the water.


3. ທີ່ (thi) ຕ່າງນ້ອຍ (tang noy) ນັ້ນ. (thi tang noy nan)
3. ສໍາລັັບ
  - The book is __ the table.


4. ຂອງ (khong) ພວກນ້ອຍ (phuak noy) ຈະ (ja) ຢູ່ນັ້ນ. (khong phuak noy ja yu nan)
4. ອອກ
  - Since I was born, I have been __ there.


Check your answers below:
==== Exercise 6: Fill in the Correct Preposition ====


1. ຂອງ (khong)
Choose the correct preposition to complete the sentences.
2. ຢູ່ (yu)
3. ທີ່ (thi)
4. ຂອງ (khong)


== Conclusion ==
1. ຂໍ້ງລ່ວງ __________ ຕານ.


In this comprehensive lesson, we have explored the world of Lao prepositions. We have learned about basic prepositions, prepositions of time, and their usage in sentences. We have also gained cultural insights into the importance of using appropriate language forms and respecting social hierarchies in Lao society.
2. ຂໍ້ງສູ່ __________.


By mastering Lao prepositions, you will be able to express location, direction, time, and possession with accuracy and precision. Keep practicing and incorporating prepositions into your conversations to strengthen your Lao language skills.
3. ຂໍ້ງຢູ່ __________ ບ້ານ.


In the next lesson, we will continue our journey through Lao grammar by exploring conjunctions and how they connect words, phrases, and clauses. Stay curious and motivated as you progress towards becoming proficient in the Lao language!
4. ຂໍ້ງຕໍ່ __________ ເມືອງ.
 
==== Solutions for Exercise 6 ====
 
1. ອອກ
 
2. ສູນ
 
3. ສູນ
 
4. ບ້ານ
 
==== Exercise 7: Create Your Own Sentences ====
 
Write three sentences using any three of the prepositions learned today.
 
==== Solutions for Exercise 7 ====
 
Students' responses will vary. Encourage creativity!
 
==== Exercise 8: Correct the Sentences ====
 
Identify and correct the mistakes in the following sentences.
 
1. ຂໍ້ງຢູ່ ໃນບ້ານ.
 
2. ຂໍ້ງອອກ ສູນ.
 
3. ຂໍ້ງຕໍ່ ບ້ານ.
 
==== Solutions for Exercise 8 ====
 
1. Correct as is. (The sentence is correct.)
 
2. Correct to: ຂໍ້ງອອກ ບ້ານ. (I am going out of the house.)
 
3. Correct to: ຂໍ້ງຕໍ່ ເມືອງ. (I am going to the town.)
 
==== Exercise 9: Translate to Lao ====
 
Translate the following sentences to Lao.
 
1. The children are playing in the garden.
 
2. I am walking with my friend.
 
3. The book is on the table.
 
==== Solutions for Exercise 9 ====
 
1. ຂໍ້ງໃນ ສວນ.
 
2. ຂໍ້ງກັບ ເພື່ອນ.
 
3. ຂໍ້ງຢູ່ ຕານ.
 
==== Exercise 10: Fill in the Gaps ====
 
Complete the sentences with appropriate prepositions.
 
1. ຂໍ້ງລ່ວງ __________.
 
2. ຂໍ້ງສູ່ __________.
 
3. ຂໍ້ງອອກ __________.
 
==== Solutions for Exercise 10 ====
 
1. ຕານ
 
2. ສູນ
 
3. ບ້ານ
 
As you can see, prepositions are a vital part of the Lao language, helping you describe relationships and actions more clearly. By practicing these exercises, you will become more confident in your usage of prepositions, making your Lao language skills even stronger. Keep practicing, and soon you will be able to navigate conversations with ease!


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Lao → Grammar → 0 to A1 Course → Prepositions

Welcome to another exciting lesson in our "Complete 0 to A1 Lao Course"! Today, we will dive into the fascinating world of prepositions in the Lao language. Prepositions are essential as they help us understand the relationship between different elements in a sentence, particularly regarding location, direction, and time. Mastering prepositions will significantly enhance your ability to communicate effectively in Lao, whether you're navigating the streets of Vientiane or chatting with locals.

In this lesson, we will cover:

  • An overview of prepositions in Lao
  • Common prepositions and their meanings
  • How to use prepositions in sentences
  • Examples to illustrate usage
  • Exercises to practice what you've learned

Before we embark on this journey, let's take a moment to understand why prepositions are so important in language learning. In any language, prepositions function as glue that holds sentences together. They provide context and clarity, allowing you to convey precise meanings and relationships.

What Are Prepositions?[edit | edit source]

Prepositions are words that indicate relationships between nouns, pronouns, or phrases in a sentence. They typically describe:

  • Location (where something is)
  • Direction (where something is going)
  • Time (when something happens)

In Lao, prepositions play a significant role in forming coherent sentences. Let’s explore some of the most commonly used prepositions in the language.

Common Prepositions in Lao[edit | edit source]

Here are some of the most frequently used prepositions in Lao, along with their meanings:

Lao Pronunciation English
ຢູ່ yuu at, in, on
ຕໍ່ tor to
ສໍາລັບ samlap for
ກັບ kap with, against
ລ່ວງ luang under
ໃນ nai in, inside
ຂໍ້ງ khoang between
ບ້ານ ban home, place
ສູ່ suu towards
ອອກ ok out, outside

Using Prepositions in Sentences[edit | edit source]

Now, let's learn how to incorporate these prepositions into sentences. Each preposition will be illustrated with examples to provide clarity on their usage.

1. ຢູ່ (yuu) - at, in, on[edit | edit source]

This preposition is used to indicate a specific location.

Lao Pronunciation English
ຂໍ້ງຢູ່ ສູນການຄໍາແນະນຳ khong yuu sun kan khamnaenam The book is at the library.
ຂໍ້ງຢູ່ ບ້ານ khong yuu ban The cat is in the house.
ຂໍ້ງຢູ່ ໃນສວນ khong yuu nai suan The flowers are in the garden.

2. ຕໍ່ (tor) - to[edit | edit source]

This preposition is used to indicate direction or movement towards a place.

Lao Pronunciation English
ຂໍ້ງຕໍ່ ສູນການຄໍາແນະນຳ khong tor sun kan khamnaenam I am going to the library.
ຂໍ້ງຕໍ່ ບ້ານ khong tor ban He is walking to the house.
ຂໍ້ງຕໍ່ ເມືອງ khong tor mueang We are heading to town.

3. ສໍາລັບ (samlap) - for[edit | edit source]

This preposition indicates purpose or recipient.

Lao Pronunciation English
ຂໍ້ງສໍາລັບ ຄົນອື່ນ khong samlap khon eun This gift is for you.
ຂໍ້ງສໍາລັບ ປິໄລມ khong samlap pilaim The book is for studying.
ຂໍ້ງສໍາລັບ ຄອບຄົວ khong samlap khobkhua This food is for the family.

4. ກັບ (kap) - with, against[edit | edit source]

This preposition is used to denote companionship or opposition.

Lao Pronunciation English
ຂໍ້ງກັບ ເພື່ອນ khong kap phuen I am with my friend.
ຂໍ້ງກັບ ລູກນໍ້າ khong kap luknam She is against the idea.
ຂໍ້ງກັບ ຄົນອື່ນ khong kap khon eun They are fighting against others.

5. ລ່ວງ (luang) - under[edit | edit source]

This preposition indicates a position below something.

Lao Pronunciation English
ຂໍ້ງລ່ວງ ຕານ khong luang tan The dog is under the table.
ຂໍ້ງລ່ວງ ບ້ານ khong luang ban The cat is under the house.
ຂໍ້ງລ່ວງ ໃນສວນ khong luang nai suan The ball is under the tree.

6. ໃນ (nai) - in, inside[edit | edit source]

This preposition indicates being within something.

Lao Pronunciation English
ຂໍ້ງໃນ ບ້ານ khong nai ban I am inside the house.
ຂໍ້ງໃນ ສວນ khong nai suan The children are in the garden.
ຂໍ້ງໃນ ລູກນໍ້າ khong nai luknam The fish are in the water.

7. ຂໍ້ງ (khoang) - between[edit | edit source]

This preposition indicates a position among two or more entities.

Lao Pronunciation English
ຂໍ້ງຂໍ້ງ ສອງສິ້ນຄໍາ khong khoang song sinkham The ball is between the shoes.
ຂໍ້ງຂໍ້ງ ປໍ່ກັບ khong khoang paokap The park is between the school and the market.
ຂໍ້ງຂໍ້ງ ລູກນໍ້າ khong khoang luknam The fish is between the two rocks.

8. ບ້ານ (ban) - home, place[edit | edit source]

This preposition is used to describe a location or destination.

Lao Pronunciation English
ຂໍ້ງບ້ານ khong ban I am at home.
ຂໍ້ງບ້ານ ຂໍ້ງລູກນໍ້າ khong ban khong luknam The house is by the river.
ຂໍ້ງບ້ານ ໃນສວນ khong ban nai suan The house is in the garden.

9. ສູ່ (suu) - towards[edit | edit source]

This preposition indicates direction towards something.

Lao Pronunciation English
ຂໍ້ງສູ່ ສູນການຄໍາແນະນຳ khong suu sun kan khamnaenam I am walking towards the library.
ຂໍ້ງສູ່ ບ້ານ khong suu ban She is going towards home.
ຂໍ້ງສູ່ ເມືອງ khong suu mueang They are heading towards town.

10. ອອກ (ok) - out, outside[edit | edit source]

This preposition indicates movement from inside to outside.

Lao Pronunciation English
ຂໍ້ງອອກ ບ້ານ khong ok ban I am going out of the house.
ຂໍ້ງອອກ ສວນ khong ok suan The children are playing outside.
ຂໍ້ງອອກ ລູກນໍ້າ khong ok luknam The cat went out of the water.

Practice Exercises[edit | edit source]

Now that you've familiarized yourself with these prepositions and how they fit into sentences, it's time to practice! Below are ten exercises designed to reinforce your understanding.

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

Complete the sentences with the correct preposition from the list: ຢູ່, ຕໍ່, ສໍາລັບ, ກັບ.

1. ຂໍ້ງສອງສິ້ນຄໍາຢູ່ __________.

2. ຂໍ້ງຕໍ່ ສູນການຄໍາແນະນຳ __________.

3. ຂໍ້ງສໍາລັບ ຄົນອື່ນ __________.

4. ຂໍ້ງກັບ ເພື່ອນ __________.

Solutions for Exercise 1[edit | edit source]

1. ຢູ່

2. ຕໍ່

3. ສໍາລັບ

4. ກັບ

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

Translate the following sentences from English to Lao.

1. The dog is under the table.

2. I am going to the market.

3. This gift is for my friend.

4. They are playing outside.

Solutions for Exercise 2[edit | edit source]

1. ຂໍ້ງລ່ວງ ຕານ.

2. ຂໍ້ງຕໍ່ ຕະລາງ.

3. ຂໍ້ງສໍາລັັບ ເພື່ອນ.

4. ຂໍ້ງອອກ.

Exercise 3: Create Sentences[edit | edit source]

Using the prepositions provided, create your own sentences.

1. ຢູ່ (at)

2. ລ່ວງ (under)

3. ສູ່ (towards)

4. ອອກ (out)

Solutions for Exercise 3[edit | edit source]

1. Example: ຂໍ້ງຢູ່ ບ້ານ. (I am at home.)

2. Example: ຂໍ້ງລ່ວງ ຕານ. (The dog is under the table.)

3. Example: ຂໍ້ງສູ່ ສູນ. (I am walking towards the library.)

4. Example: ຂໍ້ງອອກ ບ້ານ. (I am going out of the house.)

Exercise 4: Match the Prepositions[edit | edit source]

Match the Lao sentences with their English translations.

1. ຂໍ້ງຢູ່ ສູນການຄໍາແນະນຳ

2. ຂໍ້ງອອກ ລູກນໍ້າ

3. ຂໍ້ງຕໍ່ ບ້ານ

4. ຂໍ້ງລ່ວງ ບ້ານ

| Lao Sentence | English Translation |

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

| 1 | a |

| 2 | b |

| 3 | c |

| 4 | d |

| a. The dog is outside. | b. I am going to the house. |

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

| c. I am at the library. | d. I am under the house. |

Solutions for Exercise 4[edit | edit source]

1 - c

2 - a

3 - b

4 - d

Exercise 5: Identify the Preposition[edit | edit source]

Read the sentences and identify the preposition used.

1. ຂໍ້ງຕໍ່ ສູນການຄໍາແນະນຳ.

2. ຂໍ້ງຢູ່ ໃນສວນ.

3. ຂໍ້ງສໍາລັັບ ຄົນອື່ນ.

4. ຂໍ້ງອອກ ບ້ານ.

Solutions for Exercise 5[edit | edit source]

1. ຕໍ່

2. ຢູ່

3. ສໍາລັັບ

4. ອອກ

Exercise 6: Fill in the Correct Preposition[edit | edit source]

Choose the correct preposition to complete the sentences.

1. ຂໍ້ງລ່ວງ __________ ຕານ.

2. ຂໍ້ງສູ່ __________.

3. ຂໍ້ງຢູ່ __________ ບ້ານ.

4. ຂໍ້ງຕໍ່ __________ ເມືອງ.

Solutions for Exercise 6[edit | edit source]

1. ອອກ

2. ສູນ

3. ສູນ

4. ບ້ານ

Exercise 7: Create Your Own Sentences[edit | edit source]

Write three sentences using any three of the prepositions learned today.

Solutions for Exercise 7[edit | edit source]

Students' responses will vary. Encourage creativity!

Exercise 8: Correct the Sentences[edit | edit source]

Identify and correct the mistakes in the following sentences.

1. ຂໍ້ງຢູ່ ໃນບ້ານ.

2. ຂໍ້ງອອກ ສູນ.

3. ຂໍ້ງຕໍ່ ບ້ານ.

Solutions for Exercise 8[edit | edit source]

1. Correct as is. (The sentence is correct.)

2. Correct to: ຂໍ້ງອອກ ບ້ານ. (I am going out of the house.)

3. Correct to: ຂໍ້ງຕໍ່ ເມືອງ. (I am going to the town.)

Exercise 9: Translate to Lao[edit | edit source]

Translate the following sentences to Lao.

1. The children are playing in the garden.

2. I am walking with my friend.

3. The book is on the table.

Solutions for Exercise 9[edit | edit source]

1. ຂໍ້ງໃນ ສວນ.

2. ຂໍ້ງກັບ ເພື່ອນ.

3. ຂໍ້ງຢູ່ ຕານ.

Exercise 10: Fill in the Gaps[edit | edit source]

Complete the sentences with appropriate prepositions.

1. ຂໍ້ງລ່ວງ __________.

2. ຂໍ້ງສູ່ __________.

3. ຂໍ້ງອອກ __________.

Solutions for Exercise 10[edit | edit source]

1. ຕານ

2. ສູນ

3. ບ້ານ

As you can see, prepositions are a vital part of the Lao language, helping you describe relationships and actions more clearly. By practicing these exercises, you will become more confident in your usage of prepositions, making your Lao language skills even stronger. Keep practicing, and soon you will be able to navigate conversations with ease!

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


Greetings and Introductions


Pronouns and Verb to be


Numbers and Time


Nouns and Plurals


Family and Relationships


Adjectives and Adverbs


Food and Drinks


Lao Customs and Etiquette


Questions and Negations


Travel and Transportation


Prepositions and Conjunctions


Shopping and Money


Lao Food and Dining


Tenses and Verb Conjugation


Weather and Seasons


Comparatives and Superlatives


Hobbies and Interests


Lao Music and Arts

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