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Introduction[edit | edit source]

In this lesson, we will focus on one of the fundamental aspects of Danish grammar: verbs in the present tense. Verbs are an essential part of any language, as they allow us to express actions, states of being, and describe events. By learning how to conjugate verbs in the present tense, you will be able to communicate in the present and express your thoughts and feelings in Danish.

Throughout this lesson, we will explore the conjugation patterns of regular verbs, practice their usage with various examples, and provide you with the tools to confidently construct present tense sentences. Additionally, we will delve into the cultural aspects of the Danish language, exploring any regional variations and understanding the historical reasons behind these differences. So, let's dive into the vibrant world of Danish verbs!

Conjugation of Regular Verbs in the Present Tense[edit | edit source]

The present tense in Danish is used to describe actions happening in the present or express general truths. To conjugate regular verbs in the present tense, you need to identify the verb stem and add the appropriate endings according to the subject pronoun. Let's take a look at the conjugation patterns for regular verbs in the present tense:

-er Verbs[edit | edit source]

The majority of Danish verbs belong to the -er verb category. These verbs have the same endings for all subject pronouns in the present tense. Here is the conjugation pattern for -er verbs:

Danish	Pronunciation	English
arbejde	/aʁˈb̥aɪ̯ðə/	to work
spise	/ˈspiːsə/	to eat
læse	/ˈlɛːsə/	to read
skrive	/ˈskʁiːvə/	to write
snakke	/ˈsnɑg̊ə/	to talk
købe	/ˈkøːbə/	to buy

As you can see, the verb stem remains unchanged, and the -er ending is added to all subject pronouns. Let's conjugate the verb "arbejde" (to work) as an example:

jeg arbejder (I work)
du arbejder (you work)
han/hun/den/det arbejder (he/she/it works)
vi arbejder (we work)
I arbejder (you work)
de arbejder (they work)

-r Verbs[edit | edit source]

Some Danish verbs belong to the -r verb category. These verbs have slightly different conjugation patterns compared to -er verbs. Here is the conjugation pattern for -r verbs:

Danish	Pronunciation	English
åbne	/ˈɔːbnə/	to open
lukke	/ˈlʊkə/	to close
finde	/ˈfɪnə/	to find
lytte	/ˈlʏd̥ə/	to listen
vente	/ˈvɛn̩d̥ə/	to wait
male	/ˈmæːlə/	to paint

For -r verbs, the verb stem also remains unchanged, but the -r ending is added to all subject pronouns. Let's conjugate the verb "åbne" (to open) as an example:

jeg åbner (I open)
du åbner (you open)
han/hun/den/det åbner (he/she/it opens)
vi åbner (we open)
I åbner (you open)
de åbner (they open)

-ir Verbs[edit | edit source]

A smaller group of Danish verbs belongs to the -ir verb category. These verbs have irregular conjugation patterns in the present tense. Here is the conjugation pattern for -ir verbs:

Danish	Pronunciation	English
drikke	/ˈdʁɛɡ̊ə/	to drink
vinde	/ˈvɪndə/	to win
svømme	/ˈsvømə/	to swim
synge	/ˈsɔŋə/	to sing
bringe	/ˈb̥ʁɛŋə/	to bring
tage	/ˈtˢɑːjə/	to take

For -ir verbs, the verb stem undergoes changes in the present tense conjugation. Let's conjugate the verb "drikke" (to drink) as an example:

jeg drikker (I drink)
du drikker (you drink)
han/hun/den/det drikker (he/she/it drinks)
vi drikker (we drink)
I drikker (you drink)
de drikker (they drink)

Cultural Insights[edit | edit source]

Danish is spoken not only in Denmark but also in the southernmost part of Sweden and the northernmost part of Germany. While the language is largely similar across these regions, there are some regional variations in vocabulary and pronunciation. For example, the pronunciation of certain words may differ slightly between Danish speakers in Denmark and those in southern Sweden.

Historically, Danish has its roots in Old Norse, the language spoken by the Vikings. Over time, Danish evolved and developed its unique characteristics. Today, Danish is known for its melodic sound, with its distinctive pronunciation of certain letters and vowels. It is also worth mentioning that Danish has a relatively large number of vowels compared to other Germanic languages, which adds to its musicality.

Denmark is renowned for its strong literary tradition, with famous Danish authors such as Hans Christian Andersen and Søren Kierkegaard. Danish literature has made significant contributions to world literature, particularly in the genres of fairy tales and philosophical works. Exploring Danish literature can provide further insights into the nuances of the Danish language and culture.

Practice Exercises[edit | edit source]

Now that we have covered the conjugation patterns of regular verbs in the present tense, let's put your knowledge into practice with some exercises. Choose the correct form of the verb to complete each sentence:

1. Jeg __________ (arbejder/arbejde) i en bank. (I work in a bank.) 2. Vi __________ (spiser/spise) morgenmad hver dag. (We eat breakfast every day.) 3. Han __________ (læser/læse) en god bog. (He is reading a good book.) 4. De __________ (skriver/skrive) breve til deres venner. (They write letters to their friends.) 5. Hvem __________ (snakker/snakke) du med? (Who are you talking to?)

Solutions: 1. arbejder 2. spiser 3. læser 4. skriver 5. snakker

Explanation: 1. In this sentence, the subject pronoun "jeg" (I) requires the verb "arbejder" (work) to be conjugated in the first person singular form. 2. The subject pronoun "vi" (we) requires the verb "spiser" (eat) to be conjugated in the first person plural form. 3. The subject pronoun "han" (he) requires the verb "læser" (read) to be conjugated in the third person singular form. 4. The subject pronoun "de" (they) requires the verb "skriver" (write) to be conjugated in the third person plural form. 5. The subject pronoun "du" (you) requires the verb "snakker" (talk) to be conjugated in the second person singular form.

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

Congratulations on completing this lesson on Danish verbs in the present tense! You have learned how to conjugate regular verbs in the present tense, explored cultural insights related to the Danish language, and practiced your skills with exercises. Verbs are the backbone of any language, and by mastering their conjugation, you will be able to express yourself more effectively in Danish.

In the next lesson, we will continue our journey through Danish grammar by exploring pronouns and their usage. By understanding pronouns, you will be able to replace nouns and refer to people, objects, and ideas more efficiently. See you in the next lesson!

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

Course Presentation

Introduction to Danish Alphabet and Pronunciation

Everyday Phrases and Greetings

Basic Sentence Structure and Word Order

Numbers, Dates, and Time

Nouns and Articles

Family, Relationships, and Occupations

Adjectives and Adverbs

Food, Drinks, and Dining

Verbs and Tenses

Travel and Transportation

Danish Culture and Traditions

Videos[edit | edit source]

Danish Verbs | Present, Past & Future Tense| Learn by Example ...[edit | edit source]

Sources[edit | edit source]

Other Lessons[edit | edit source]

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-In this lesson, you will learn how to conjugate regular verbs in the present tense. Verbs are essential to speak and write in Danish because they express actions, states, and events. As a Danish language teacher for over 20 years, I've helped my students understand the intricacies of Danish grammar, and I can assure you that learning the present tense is a crucial step towards fluency.
+== Introduction ==
+In this lesson, we will focus on one of the fundamental aspects of Danish grammar: verbs in the present tense. Verbs are an essential part of any language, as they allow us to express actions, states of being, and describe events. By learning how to conjugate verbs in the present tense, you will be able to communicate in the present and express your thoughts and feelings in Danish.
+Throughout this lesson, we will explore the conjugation patterns of regular verbs, practice their usage with various examples, and provide you with the tools to confidently construct present tense sentences. Additionally, we will delve into the cultural aspects of the Danish language, exploring any regional variations and understanding the historical reasons behind these differences. So, let's dive into the vibrant world of Danish verbs!
+== Conjugation of Regular Verbs in the Present Tense ==
+The present tense in Danish is used to describe actions happening in the present or express general truths. To conjugate regular verbs in the present tense, you need to identify the verb stem and add the appropriate endings according to the subject pronoun. Let's take a look at the conjugation patterns for regular verbs in the present tense:
-== Regular Verbs ==
+=== -er Verbs ===
-Danish regular verbs in the present tense have different endings depending on the subject pronoun. To form the present tense, remove the -r from the verb infinitive and add the appropriate ending.
+The majority of Danish verbs belong to the -er verb category. These verbs have the same endings for all subject pronouns in the present tense. Here is the conjugation pattern for -er verbs:
 {| class="wikitable"
 ! Danish !! Pronunciation !! English
 |-
-| lese(r)  || ['leːsɐ] || read (I)
+| arbejde || /aʁˈb̥aɪ̯ðə/ || to work
 |-
-| lese(r)  || ['leːsɐ] || read (you)
+| spise || /ˈspiːsə/ || to eat
 |-
-| lese(r)  || ['leːsɐ] || read (he/she/it)
+| læse || /ˈlɛːsə/ || to read
 |-
-| lese(r)  || ['leːsɐ] || read (we)
+| skrive || /ˈskʁiːvə/ || to write
 |-
-| lese(r)  || ['leːsɐ] || read (you)
+| snakke || /ˈsnɑg̊ə/ || to talk
 |-
-| lese(r)  || ['leːsɐ] || read (they)
+| købe || /ˈkøːbə/ || to buy
 |}
-Here are the verb endings:
+As you can see, the verb stem remains unchanged, and the -er ending is added to all subject pronouns. Let's conjugate the verb "arbejde" (to work) as an example:
-* For the first person singular (I) : -er
-* For the second person singular (you) : -er
+* jeg arbejder (I work)
-* For the third person singular (he/she/it) : -er
+* du arbejder (you work)
-* For the first person plural (we) : -er
+* han/hun/den/det arbejder (he/she/it works)
-* For the second person plural (you) : -er
+* vi arbejder (we work)
-* For the third person plural (they) : -er
+* I arbejder (you work)
+* de arbejder (they work)
+=== -r Verbs ===
+Some Danish verbs belong to the -r verb category. These verbs have slightly different conjugation patterns compared to -er verbs. Here is the conjugation pattern for -r verbs:
-<strong>Examples:</strong>
+{| class="wikitable"
-* Jeg læser en bog. (I'm reading a book.)
+! Danish !! Pronunciation !! English
-* Du læser avisen. (You're reading the newspaper.)
+|-
-* Han læser en historie. (He's reading a story.)
+| åbne || /ˈɔːbnə/ || to open
-* Vi læser en menu. (We're reading a menu.)
+|-
-* I læser en email. (You're reading an email.)
+| lukke || /ˈlʊkə/ || to close
-* De læser en avis. (They're reading a newspaper.)
+|-
+| finde || /ˈfɪnə/ || to find
+|-
+| lytte || /ˈlʏd̥ə/ || to listen
+|-
+| vente || /ˈvɛn̩d̥ə/ || to wait
+|-
+| male || /ˈmæːlə/ || to paint
+|}
-Pay attention to the spelling of the verb stem when adding the -er ending. Some verbs have stem changes or irregularities that you will learn in later lessons.
+For -r verbs, the verb stem also remains unchanged, but the -r ending is added to all subject pronouns. Let's conjugate the verb "åbne" (to open) as an example:
-== Negation ==
+* jeg åbner (I open)
-To make a negative sentence, add <em>ikke</em> after the verb, right before the ending. Unlike English, the word <em>ikke</em> cannot stand alone, and it should always be next to the verb.
+* du åbner (you open)
+* han/hun/den/det åbner (he/she/it opens)
+* vi åbner (we open)
+* I åbner (you open)
+* de åbner (they open)
-<strong>Examples:</strong>
+=== -ir Verbs ===
-* Jeg læser ikke en bog. (I'm not reading a book.)
-* Du læser ikke avisen. (You're not reading the newspaper.)
-* Han læser ikke en historie. (He's not reading a story.)
-* Vi læser ikke en menu. (We're not reading a menu.)
-* I læser ikke en email. (You're not reading an email.)
-* De læser ikke en avis. (They're not reading a newspaper.)
-== Interrogation ==
+A smaller group of Danish verbs belongs to the -ir verb category. These verbs have irregular conjugation patterns in the present tense. Here is the conjugation pattern for -ir verbs:
-To make a question, invert the subject pronoun and the auxiliary verb <em>gør</em> (do).
 {| class="wikitable"
 ! Danish !! Pronunciation !! English
 |-
-| Læser jeg?  || ['leːsɐ jeː] || Am I reading?
+| drikke || /ˈdʁɛɡ̊ə/ || to drink
 |-
-| Læser du?  || ['leːsɐ duː] || Are you reading?
+| vinde || /ˈvɪndə/ || to win
 |-
-| Læser han/hun/den/det?  || ['leːsɐ han/hun/dɛn/dɛt] || Is he/she/it reading?
+| svømme || /ˈsvømə/ || to swim
 |-
-| Læser vi?  || ['leːsɐ viː] || Are we reading?
+| synge || /ˈsɔŋə/ || to sing
 |-
-| Læser I?  || ['leːsɐ iː] || Are you reading?
+| bringe || /ˈb̥ʁɛŋə/ || to bring
 |-
-| Læser de?  || ['leːsɐ deː] || Are they reading?
+| tage || /ˈtˢɑːjə/ || to take
 |}
-<strong>Examples:</strong>
+For -ir verbs, the verb stem undergoes changes in the present tense conjugation. Let's conjugate the verb "drikke" (to drink) as an example:
-* Læser du en bog? (Are you reading a book?)
-* Læser han avisen? (Is he reading the newspaper?)
+* jeg drikker (I drink)
-* Læser I en email? (Are you reading an email?)
+* du drikker (you drink)
+* han/hun/den/det drikker (he/she/it drinks)
+* vi drikker (we drink)
+* I drikker (you drink)
+* de drikker (they drink)
+== Cultural Insights ==
+Danish is spoken not only in Denmark but also in the southernmost part of Sweden and the northernmost part of Germany. While the language is largely similar across these regions, there are some regional variations in vocabulary and pronunciation. For example, the pronunciation of certain words may differ slightly between Danish speakers in Denmark and those in southern Sweden.
+Historically, Danish has its roots in Old Norse, the language spoken by the Vikings. Over time, Danish evolved and developed its unique characteristics. Today, Danish is known for its melodic sound, with its distinctive pronunciation of certain letters and vowels. It is also worth mentioning that Danish has a relatively large number of vowels compared to other Germanic languages, which adds to its musicality.
+Denmark is renowned for its strong literary tradition, with famous Danish authors such as Hans Christian Andersen and Søren Kierkegaard. Danish literature has made significant contributions to world literature, particularly in the genres of fairy tales and philosophical works. Exploring Danish literature can provide further insights into the nuances of the Danish language and culture.
+== Practice Exercises ==
+Now that we have covered the conjugation patterns of regular verbs in the present tense, let's put your knowledge into practice with some exercises. Choose the correct form of the verb to complete each sentence:
+. Jeg __________ (arbejder/arbejde) i en bank. (I work in a bank.)
+. Vi __________ (spiser/spise) morgenmad hver dag. (We eat breakfast every day.)
+. Han __________ (læser/læse) en god bog. (He is reading a good book.)
+. De __________ (skriver/skrive) breve til deres venner. (They write letters to their friends.)
+. Hvem __________ (snakker/snakke) du med? (Who are you talking to?)
+Solutions:
+. arbejder
+. spiser
+. læser
+. skriver
+. snakker
+Explanation:
+. In this sentence, the subject pronoun "jeg" (I) requires the verb "arbejder" (work) to be conjugated in the first person singular form.
+. The subject pronoun "vi" (we) requires the verb "spiser" (eat) to be conjugated in the first person plural form.
+. The subject pronoun "han" (he) requires the verb "læser" (read) to be conjugated in the third person singular form.
+. The subject pronoun "de" (they) requires the verb "skriver" (write) to be conjugated in the third person plural form.
+. The subject pronoun "du" (you) requires the verb "snakker" (talk) to be conjugated in the second person singular form.
+== Conclusion ==
-== Summary ==
+Congratulations on completing this lesson on Danish verbs in the present tense! You have learned how to conjugate regular verbs in the present tense, explored cultural insights related to the Danish language, and practiced your skills with exercises. Verbs are the backbone of any language, and by mastering their conjugation, you will be able to express yourself more effectively in Danish.
-The present tense is an essential aspect of Danish grammar that helps express actions, states, and events in the present time. Regular verbs follow a simple pattern of adding endings to the verb stem, depending on the subject pronoun. Negation and interrogation are simply achieved by adding <em>ikke</em> or inverting the subject and auxiliary verb, respectively. Remember to practice this tense with different verbs and pronouns to get comfortable with using it.
-I hope you enjoyed this lesson and learned something new about Danish grammar. Stay tuned for the next lessons in the course, where we will cover pronouns, adjectives, word order, and more!
+In the next lesson, we will continue our journey through Danish grammar by exploring pronouns and their usage. By understanding pronouns, you will be able to replace nouns and refer to people, objects, and ideas more efficiently. See you in the next lesson!
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+==Videos==
+===Danish Verbs | Present, Past & Future Tense| Learn by Example ...===
+<youtube>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JZYqsSpeg1o</youtube>
+==Sources==
+* [https://ielanguages.com/danish-verbs.html Danish Verb Tenses with Audio - ielanguages.com]
+* [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Danish_grammar Danish grammar - Wikipedia]
+* [https://www.babbel.com/en/magazine/20-common-danish-verbs The Top 20 Most Common Verbs In Danish]
+==Other Lessons==
+* [[Language/Danish/Grammar/Verbs-(Past-Tense)|Verbs (Past Tense)]]
+* [[Language/Danish/Grammar/Verbs-(Perfect-Tense)|Verbs (Perfect Tense)]]
+* [[Language/Danish/Grammar/Cardinal-Numbers-in-Danish|Cardinal Numbers in Danish]]
+* [[Language/Danish/Grammar/Pronouns|Pronouns]]
+* [[Language/Danish/Grammar/Nouns|Nouns]]
+* [[Language/Danish/Grammar/The-Nominative-Case-in-Danish|The Nominative Case in Danish]]
+* [[Language/Danish/Grammar/Possessive-Case-in-Danish|Possessive Case in Danish]]
+* [[Language/Danish/Grammar/Questions|Questions]]
+* [[Language/Danish/Grammar/Word-Order|Word Order]]
+* [[Language/Danish/Grammar/Adverbs|Adverbs]]
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