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Welcome to another exciting lesson in our '''Complete 0 to A1 Javanese Course'''! Today, we will dive into one of the fundamental building blocks of the Javanese language: the '''Subject-Verb-Object (SVO)''' sentence structure. Understanding this structure is crucial for forming clear and grammatically correct sentences, enabling you to communicate effectively in everyday situations.
'''Why is the Subject-Verb-Object structure important?''' 
In Javanese, like in English, the order of words in a sentence helps convey meaning. By mastering this pattern, you will not only be able to construct simple sentences but also enhance your understanding of more complex ideas as you progress in your learning journey.
Throughout this lesson, we’ll explore:


<div class="pg_page_title">[[Language/Javanese|Javanese]]  → [[Language/Javanese/Grammar|Grammar]] → [[Language/Javanese/Grammar/0-to-A1-Course|0 to A1 Course]] → Sentence Structure → Subject-Verb-Object</div>
* What the Subject-Verb-Object structure is.
 
* How to identify and use subjects, verbs, and objects in Javanese sentences.
 
* A variety of examples to illustrate each point.
 
* Exercises to practice what you’ve learned.
 
Let's get started!


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<h1>Introduction</h1>
=== Understanding Subject-Verb-Object Structure ===
 
The '''Subject-Verb-Object''' or SVO structure is a common way to organize sentences. Here's a brief breakdown of each component:
 
* '''Subject''': The person or thing performing the action.
 
* '''Verb''': The action being performed.
 
* '''Object''': The person or thing receiving the action.
 
In Javanese, this pattern remains consistent, making it easier for learners with a background in English.
 
=== Basic SVO Structure in Javanese ===
 
To illustrate the SVO structure, let's look at a simple example:
 
* '''English''': The cat (Subject) eats (Verb) fish (Object).
 
In Javanese, this would translate to:
 
* '''Javanese''': Kucing (Subject) mangan (Verb) iwak (Object).
 
Here’s a table showcasing more examples of basic SVO sentences in Javanese:
 
{| class="wikitable"
 
! Javanese !! Pronunciation !! English
 
|-
 
| Kucing mangan iwak || kuˈtʃiŋ ˈmaŋan ˈiwak || The cat eats fish
 
|-
 
| Aku maca buku || ˈaku ˈmatsʌ ˈbuku || I read a book
 
|-
 
| Dheweke nulis surat || dʒɛˈwɛkɛ ˈnulis ˈsura || He writes a letter
 
|-
 
| Tangané nyapu lantai || taŋaˈne ˈɲapu lanˈtai || Her hand sweeps the floor
 
|-
 
| Wong-wong mangan nasi || ˈwoŋˌwoŋ ˈmaŋan ˈnasi || People eat rice
 
|-
 
| Bocah-bocah dolanan balon || ˈbɔtʃaˌbɔtʃa dɔˈlanan baˈlon || The children play with balloons
 
|-
 
| Ibu masak sayur || ˈibu ˈmasak saˈjur || Mother cooks vegetables
 
|-
 
| Bapak mlaku-mlaku || ˈbapak ˈmʌlakuˌmʌlaku || Father walks around
 
|-
 
| Kuta nyanyi lagu || ˈkuta ˈɲaɲi ˈlaɡu || The singer sings a song
 
|-
 
| Kita nonton bioskop || ˈkita ˈnontɔn ˈbiɔskɔp || We watch a movie
 
|}
 
As you can see, the SVO pattern is consistent, allowing you to predict the order of words in a sentence.
 
=== Forming Simple Sentences ===
 
Now that we understand the basics of SVO structure, let’s explore how to form simple sentences in Javanese.
 
1. '''Identify the Subject''': Determine who or what is performing the action.
 
2. '''Choose the Verb''': Select an appropriate verb that describes the action.
 
3. '''Select the Object''': Identify the object that receives the action.
 
Let’s go through a few more examples:
 
* '''Javanese''': Siswa sinau matematika.
 
* '''Pronunciation''': ˈsiswa ˈsinaʊ ˈmatematika
 
* '''English''': The student studies mathematics.
 
* '''Javanese''': Gendhengé nyiram kembang.
 
* '''Pronunciation''': gɛnˈdʒɛŋɪ ˈɲiram ˈkɛmˌbaŋ
 
* '''English''': The gardener waters the flowers.
 
The key to constructing sentences is to remember the order: Subject first, followed by the Verb, and lastly the Object.
 
=== More Examples of SVO Sentences ===
 
Let’s practice with some additional examples to solidify your understanding:
 
{| class="wikitable"
 
! Javanese !! Pronunciation !! English
 
|-


<p>Welcome to the "Subject-Verb-Object" lesson of the "Complete 0 to A1 Javanese Course"! In this lesson, you will learn the basic structure of Javanese sentences, which follows the Subject-Verb-Object pattern. You will also learn how to form simple sentences and build your Javanese vocabulary. </p>
| Kucing ngetut tikus || kuˈtʃiŋ ˈŋɛtut ˈtikus || The cat chases the mouse


<p>Javanese is an Austronesian language spoken by about 100 million people in Indonesia, mainly on the island of Java. It is the second most spoken language in Indonesia after Indonesian, the national language of the country, and has a rich cultural heritage with a long history of literature, art, and music. </p>
|-


<h1>Basic Sentence Structure</h1>
| Aku nyetir mobil || ˈaku ˈɲɛtir ˈmɔbil || I drive a car


<p>Javanese follows the Subject-Verb-Object (SVO) order in basic declarative sentences, which means the subject comes before the verb, and the object comes after the verb. For example:</p>
|-


<ul>
| Dheweke nglumpukaké barang || dʒɛˈwɛkɛ ɲɫuˈmʊkakɛ ˈbaʁaŋ || He collects items
<li>Ngoko awakku mangan nasi. (I eat rice in Ngoko register)</li>
</ul>


<p>The above sentence can be broken down into three parts:</p>
|-


<ol>
| Ibu nggawa tas || ˈibu ŋˈɡaˈwa ˈtɑs || Mother carries a bag
<li>Ngoko awakku (I)</li>
<li>mangan (eat)</li>
<li>nasi (rice)</li>
</ol>


<p>The basic sentence structure is:</p>
|-


<ul>
| Wong-wong dolanan balapan || ˈwoŋˌwoŋ doˈlanan baˈlapan || People play racing
<li>Subject + Verb + Object</li>
</ul>


<h2>Subject</h2>
|-


<p>The subject in Javanese can be a noun, pronoun, or noun phrase that refers to the person, animal, thing or concept that performs the action of the verb in the sentence. In Javanese, subjects are often omitted when they are clear from the context or if the speaker wants to put emphasis on the object. For example:</p>
| Kuta nulis puisi || ˈkuta ˈnulis puisi || The poet writes poetry


<ul>
|-
<li>Kowe (you) wis takon metu? (Have you already asked to go out?)</li>
</ul>


<h2>Verb</h2>
| Kita mimpin rapat || ˈkita ˈmɪmpɪn ˈrapat || We lead a meeting


<p>The verb in Javanese can be simple or complex, and it indicates the action or state that the subject performs or undergoes in the sentence. The verb also agrees with the subject in terms of person, gender, and number. In Javanese, verbs are not inflected for tense, but tense can be indicated by the use of time adverbial markers, such as "tuku" (already bought) for past tense and "arep tuku" (will buy) for future tense.  </p>
|-


<h2>Object</h2>
| Bapak nyanyi lagu || ˈbapak ˈɲaɲi ˈlaɡu || Father sings a song


<p>The object in Javanese can be a noun, pronoun or noun phrase that receives the action of the verb in the sentence. In Javanese, direct objects are usually placed after the verb, while indirect objects can be marked with the preposition "kanggo" (for) or "karo" (with). </p>
|-


<p>Here's an example of a sentence with direct and indirect objects:</p>
| Anak-anak ngadiyani tugas || ˈanakˌanak ɲaˈdiʔaˈni ˈtuɡas || The children complete the assignment


<ul>
|-
<li>Aku (I) arep ngirimung kado (want to send a gift) bodheku (my grandpa) karo juragan barbershop (to the barbershop owner for fixing his hair).</li>
</ul>


<p>The direct object is "kado" (gift), which receives the action of the verb "ngirimung" (send), while the indirect objects are "bodheku" (my grandpa) and "juragan barbershop" (the barbershop owner), which indicate the recipient and the purpose of the gift, respectively. </p>
| Ibu masak kue || ˈibu ˈmasak ˈkue || Mother bakes a cake


|}


<h1>Examples</h1>
With these examples, you can see the versatility of the SVO structure in various contexts.


<p>Let's take a look at some examples of basic sentences in Javanese, along with their English translations:</p>
=== Exercises and Practice Scenarios ===


<table class="wikitable">
Now it's time to put your knowledge to the test! Below are some exercises designed to help you practice forming Subject-Verb-Object sentences in Javanese.
<tr>
<th>Javanese</th>
<th>English</th>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Aku (I) seneng  (happy) banget (really) nang (when) bertemu (meet) karo (with) Kamu(you).</td>
<td>I'm so happy when I meet you.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Kamu (you) wis (already) mangan (eat) rujak (fruit salad) belum (not yet)?</td>
<td>Have you eaten the fruit salad yet?</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Bapakku (my father) kae (take) tukaran (the change) sing  (that) ora (not) angel (right) saka (from) petugas (the officer) bank (bank).</td>
<td>My father took the wrong change from the bank officer.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Aku (I) suka (like) nebak (guess).</td>
<td>I like guessing.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Budhiku (my aunt) pengin (want) pesen (order) nasi goreng (fried rice).</td>
<td>My aunt wants to order fried rice.</td>
</tr>
</table>


==== Exercise 1: Identify the Components ====


<h1>Exercises</h1>
For each sentence below, identify the Subject, Verb, and Object.


<p>Practice forming basic sentences in Javanese by making new sentences with the following subjects, verbs, and objects:</p>
1. Kucing ngetut tikus.


<ul>
2. Aku maca buku.
<li>Subj: awakmu (your brother) Verb: mlaku (walk) Object: sekolah (to school)</li>
<li>Subj: aku (I) Verb: nonton (watch) Object: film (movie)</li>
<li>Subj: Sampeyan(sir/ma'am) Verb: ngantos (wait) Object: temané (his/her friend)</li>
<li>Subj: ora ana (not have) Verb: sjaji (prepare) Object: KTP(Kartu Tanda Penduduk - Identity Card)</li>
</ul>


<p>Check your answers in the table below:</p>
3. Dheweke nulis surat.


4. Ibu masak sayur.


<table class="wikitable">
'''Answers:'''
<tr>
<th>Javanese</th>
<th>English</th>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Awakmu mlaku sekolah.</td>
<td>Your brother walks to school.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Aku nonton film.</td>
<td>I watch a movie.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Sampeyan ngantos temané.</td>
<td>You wait for his/her friend.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ktp ku ora ana sing sjaji.</td>
<td>I don't have my prepared identity card.</td>
</tr>


</table>
1. Subject: Kucing, Verb: ngetut, Object: tikus.


2. Subject: Aku, Verb: maca, Object: buku.
3. Subject: Dheweke, Verb: nulis, Object: surat.
4. Subject: Ibu, Verb: masak, Object: sayur.
==== Exercise 2: Translate to Javanese ====
Translate the following English sentences into Javanese using the SVO structure.
1. The teacher teaches students.
2. The child plays with toys.
3. The chef cooks rice.
4. The friends watch a movie.
'''Answers:'''
1. Guru ngajar siswa.
2. Bocah dolanan mainan.
3. Koki masak nasi.
4. Kanca-kanca nonton film.
==== Exercise 3: Sentence Construction ====
Construct a complete Javanese sentence using the words provided in the correct SVO order.
1. [Ibu] [masak] [nasi].
2. [Kucing] [mangan] [ikan].
3. [Anak-anak] [nyanyi] [lagu].
'''Answers:'''
1. Ibu masak nasi.
2. Kucing mangan ikan.
3. Anak-anak nyanyi lagu.
==== Exercise 4: Fill in the Blanks ====
Fill in the blanks with the correct subject, verb, or object.
1. _____ (Subject) nyapu _____ (Object).
2. _____ (Subject) maca _____ (Object).
3. _____ (Subject) nulis _____ (Object).
'''Answers:'''
1. Wong nyapu lantai.
2. Aku maca buku.
3. Dheweke nulis surat.
==== Exercise 5: Rearranging Sentences ====
Rearrange the following words into correct Javanese SVO sentences.
1. [kucing] [ikan] [mangan].
2. [aku] [buku] [maca].
3. [bapak] [komputer] [ndandani].
'''Answers:'''
1. Kucing mangan ikan.
2. Aku maca buku.
3. Bapak ndandani komputer.
==== Exercise 6: Create Your Own Sentences ====
Using the vocabulary you’ve learned so far, create your own SVO sentences in Javanese. Try to use at least three different subjects, verbs, and objects.
'''Example Answer:'''
1. Kucing ngetut tikus.
2. Aku nyetir mobil.
3. Ibu masak sayur.
==== Exercise 7: Sentence Matching ====
Match the Javanese sentences with their English translations.
1. Ibu masak kue. 
2. Anak-anak dolanan balapan. 
3. Kucing ngetut tikus. 
A. The cat chases the mouse. 
B. Mother bakes a cake. 
C. The children play racing. 
'''Answers:'''
1-B, 2-C, 3-A.
==== Exercise 8: True or False ====
Decide whether the following sentences are correct (True) or incorrect (False) based on the SVO structure.
1. Kucing iwak mangan. (False)
2. Aku buku maca. (False)
3. Dheweke surat nulis. (False)
'''Answers:'''
1. False
2. False
3. False
==== Exercise 9: Sentence Expansion ====
Expand the following sentences by adding more details (adjective, adverb, etc.).
1. Kucing mangan iwak.
2. Ibu masak sayur.
'''Example Answers:'''
1. Kucing gedhe mangan iwak segar. (The big cat eats fresh fish.)
2. Ibu cepet masak sayur enak. (Mother cooks delicious vegetables quickly.)
==== Exercise 10: Peer Review ====
Pair up with a classmate and exchange your sentences. Provide feedback on each other's use of the SVO structure, suggesting improvements where necessary.
'''Note''': This exercise encourages collaboration and reinforces learning through teaching.
=== Conclusion ===
Congratulations on completing this lesson on the '''Subject-Verb-Object''' structure in Javanese! You've taken a significant step toward mastering the basics of sentence construction in this beautiful language. By practicing these concepts, you will soon find yourself forming coherent sentences with ease.
Remember, the key to language learning is practice and repetition, so don't hesitate to revisit these exercises and examples regularly. As you continue your journey through the '''Complete 0 to A1 Javanese Course''', keep an eye out for the next lesson on '''Questions and Negations''', where we'll explore how to ask questions and negate sentences in Javanese.
Keep up the great work, and happy learning!


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Welcome to another exciting lesson in our Complete 0 to A1 Javanese Course! Today, we will dive into one of the fundamental building blocks of the Javanese language: the Subject-Verb-Object (SVO) sentence structure. Understanding this structure is crucial for forming clear and grammatically correct sentences, enabling you to communicate effectively in everyday situations.

Why is the Subject-Verb-Object structure important?

In Javanese, like in English, the order of words in a sentence helps convey meaning. By mastering this pattern, you will not only be able to construct simple sentences but also enhance your understanding of more complex ideas as you progress in your learning journey.

Throughout this lesson, we’ll explore:

  • What the Subject-Verb-Object structure is.
  • How to identify and use subjects, verbs, and objects in Javanese sentences.
  • A variety of examples to illustrate each point.
  • Exercises to practice what you’ve learned.

Let's get started!

Understanding Subject-Verb-Object Structure[edit | edit source]

The Subject-Verb-Object or SVO structure is a common way to organize sentences. Here's a brief breakdown of each component:

  • Subject: The person or thing performing the action.
  • Verb: The action being performed.
  • Object: The person or thing receiving the action.

In Javanese, this pattern remains consistent, making it easier for learners with a background in English.

Basic SVO Structure in Javanese[edit | edit source]

To illustrate the SVO structure, let's look at a simple example:

  • English: The cat (Subject) eats (Verb) fish (Object).

In Javanese, this would translate to:

  • Javanese: Kucing (Subject) mangan (Verb) iwak (Object).

Here’s a table showcasing more examples of basic SVO sentences in Javanese:

Javanese Pronunciation English
Kucing mangan iwak kuˈtʃiŋ ˈmaŋan ˈiwak The cat eats fish
Aku maca buku ˈaku ˈmatsʌ ˈbuku I read a book
Dheweke nulis surat dʒɛˈwɛkɛ ˈnulis ˈsura He writes a letter
Tangané nyapu lantai taŋaˈne ˈɲapu lanˈtai Her hand sweeps the floor
Wong-wong mangan nasi ˈwoŋˌwoŋ ˈmaŋan ˈnasi People eat rice
Bocah-bocah dolanan balon ˈbɔtʃaˌbɔtʃa dɔˈlanan baˈlon The children play with balloons
Ibu masak sayur ˈibu ˈmasak saˈjur Mother cooks vegetables
Bapak mlaku-mlaku ˈbapak ˈmʌlakuˌmʌlaku Father walks around
Kuta nyanyi lagu ˈkuta ˈɲaɲi ˈlaɡu The singer sings a song
Kita nonton bioskop ˈkita ˈnontɔn ˈbiɔskɔp We watch a movie

As you can see, the SVO pattern is consistent, allowing you to predict the order of words in a sentence.

Forming Simple Sentences[edit | edit source]

Now that we understand the basics of SVO structure, let’s explore how to form simple sentences in Javanese.

1. Identify the Subject: Determine who or what is performing the action.

2. Choose the Verb: Select an appropriate verb that describes the action.

3. Select the Object: Identify the object that receives the action.

Let’s go through a few more examples:

  • Javanese: Siswa sinau matematika.
  • Pronunciation: ˈsiswa ˈsinaʊ ˈmatematika
  • English: The student studies mathematics.
  • Javanese: Gendhengé nyiram kembang.
  • Pronunciation: gɛnˈdʒɛŋɪ ˈɲiram ˈkɛmˌbaŋ
  • English: The gardener waters the flowers.

The key to constructing sentences is to remember the order: Subject first, followed by the Verb, and lastly the Object.

More Examples of SVO Sentences[edit | edit source]

Let’s practice with some additional examples to solidify your understanding:

Javanese Pronunciation English
Kucing ngetut tikus kuˈtʃiŋ ˈŋɛtut ˈtikus The cat chases the mouse
Aku nyetir mobil ˈaku ˈɲɛtir ˈmɔbil I drive a car
Dheweke nglumpukaké barang dʒɛˈwɛkɛ ɲɫuˈmʊkakɛ ˈbaʁaŋ He collects items
Ibu nggawa tas ˈibu ŋˈɡaˈwa ˈtɑs Mother carries a bag
Wong-wong dolanan balapan ˈwoŋˌwoŋ doˈlanan baˈlapan People play racing
Kuta nulis puisi ˈkuta ˈnulis puisi The poet writes poetry
Kita mimpin rapat ˈkita ˈmɪmpɪn ˈrapat We lead a meeting
Bapak nyanyi lagu ˈbapak ˈɲaɲi ˈlaɡu Father sings a song
Anak-anak ngadiyani tugas ˈanakˌanak ɲaˈdiʔaˈni ˈtuɡas The children complete the assignment
Ibu masak kue ˈibu ˈmasak ˈkue Mother bakes a cake

With these examples, you can see the versatility of the SVO structure in various contexts.

Exercises and Practice Scenarios[edit | edit source]

Now it's time to put your knowledge to the test! Below are some exercises designed to help you practice forming Subject-Verb-Object sentences in Javanese.

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

For each sentence below, identify the Subject, Verb, and Object.

1. Kucing ngetut tikus.

2. Aku maca buku.

3. Dheweke nulis surat.

4. Ibu masak sayur.

Answers:

1. Subject: Kucing, Verb: ngetut, Object: tikus.

2. Subject: Aku, Verb: maca, Object: buku.

3. Subject: Dheweke, Verb: nulis, Object: surat.

4. Subject: Ibu, Verb: masak, Object: sayur.

Exercise 2: Translate to Javanese[edit | edit source]

Translate the following English sentences into Javanese using the SVO structure.

1. The teacher teaches students.

2. The child plays with toys.

3. The chef cooks rice.

4. The friends watch a movie.

Answers:

1. Guru ngajar siswa.

2. Bocah dolanan mainan.

3. Koki masak nasi.

4. Kanca-kanca nonton film.

Exercise 3: Sentence Construction[edit | edit source]

Construct a complete Javanese sentence using the words provided in the correct SVO order.

1. [Ibu] [masak] [nasi].

2. [Kucing] [mangan] [ikan].

3. [Anak-anak] [nyanyi] [lagu].

Answers:

1. Ibu masak nasi.

2. Kucing mangan ikan.

3. Anak-anak nyanyi lagu.

Exercise 4: Fill in the Blanks[edit | edit source]

Fill in the blanks with the correct subject, verb, or object.

1. _____ (Subject) nyapu _____ (Object).

2. _____ (Subject) maca _____ (Object).

3. _____ (Subject) nulis _____ (Object).

Answers:

1. Wong nyapu lantai.

2. Aku maca buku.

3. Dheweke nulis surat.

Exercise 5: Rearranging Sentences[edit | edit source]

Rearrange the following words into correct Javanese SVO sentences.

1. [kucing] [ikan] [mangan].

2. [aku] [buku] [maca].

3. [bapak] [komputer] [ndandani].

Answers:

1. Kucing mangan ikan.

2. Aku maca buku.

3. Bapak ndandani komputer.

Exercise 6: Create Your Own Sentences[edit | edit source]

Using the vocabulary you’ve learned so far, create your own SVO sentences in Javanese. Try to use at least three different subjects, verbs, and objects.

Example Answer:

1. Kucing ngetut tikus.

2. Aku nyetir mobil.

3. Ibu masak sayur.

Exercise 7: Sentence Matching[edit | edit source]

Match the Javanese sentences with their English translations.

1. Ibu masak kue.

2. Anak-anak dolanan balapan.

3. Kucing ngetut tikus.

A. The cat chases the mouse.

B. Mother bakes a cake.

C. The children play racing.

Answers:

1-B, 2-C, 3-A.

Exercise 8: True or False[edit | edit source]

Decide whether the following sentences are correct (True) or incorrect (False) based on the SVO structure.

1. Kucing iwak mangan. (False)

2. Aku buku maca. (False)

3. Dheweke surat nulis. (False)

Answers:

1. False

2. False

3. False

Exercise 9: Sentence Expansion[edit | edit source]

Expand the following sentences by adding more details (adjective, adverb, etc.).

1. Kucing mangan iwak.

2. Ibu masak sayur.

Example Answers:

1. Kucing gedhe mangan iwak segar. (The big cat eats fresh fish.)

2. Ibu cepet masak sayur enak. (Mother cooks delicious vegetables quickly.)

Exercise 10: Peer Review[edit | edit source]

Pair up with a classmate and exchange your sentences. Provide feedback on each other's use of the SVO structure, suggesting improvements where necessary.

Note: This exercise encourages collaboration and reinforces learning through teaching.

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

Congratulations on completing this lesson on the Subject-Verb-Object structure in Javanese! You've taken a significant step toward mastering the basics of sentence construction in this beautiful language. By practicing these concepts, you will soon find yourself forming coherent sentences with ease.

Remember, the key to language learning is practice and repetition, so don't hesitate to revisit these exercises and examples regularly. As you continue your journey through the Complete 0 to A1 Javanese Course, keep an eye out for the next lesson on Questions and Negations, where we'll explore how to ask questions and negate sentences in Javanese.

Keep up the great work, and happy learning!

Table of Contents - Javanese 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 Drinks


Adjectives and Adverbs


Travel and Transportation


Prepositions and Conjunctions


Javanese Customs and Etiquette

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