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Welcome to the exciting journey of learning Turkmen! In this lesson, we will focus on '''basic verb conjugation''' in the present tense. Understanding how to conjugate verbs is crucial because it allows you to express actions and states of being in a clear and concise manner. As you embark on this learning experience, you'll see how verbs are the backbone of sentences, making them lively and informative.


Welcome to the "Basic Verb Conjugation" lesson! In this lesson, as a part of the "Complete 0 to A1 Turkmen Course," we will focus on conjugating regular Turkmen verbs in the present tense. You will learn how to form the conjugations for different personal pronouns, along with some examples of common verbs to practice. We will also touch on some interesting aspects of the Turkmen culture and language that will surely enrich your learning experience.
In Turkmen, verbs change according to the subject of the sentence, which means that conjugation is essential for clarity. This lesson is structured to guide you through the conjugation of regular verbs, ensuring you have a solid foundation to build upon as you progress in your language skills.  
 
We will cover the following topics:
 
* Overview of verb conjugation
 
* Conjugation patterns for regular verbs
 
* Examples of conjugated verbs
 
* Practice exercises to enhance your learning
 
So, without further ado, let's dive into the world of Turkmen verbs!


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==Introduction to Verb Conjugation in Turkmen==
=== Overview of Verb Conjugation ===
 
In Turkmen, verbs are conjugated based on the subject pronoun. This means that the form of the verb changes depending on who is performing the action. For example, the verb “to go” will look different when saying “I go” versus “he goes.”
 
The basic structure of a Turkmen verb in the present tense involves:
 
* The verb root
 
* A suffix that corresponds to the subject pronoun
 
For instance, the verb "bar" (to go) is conjugated as follows:
 
* Men barýaryn (I go)
 
* Sen barýarsyň (You go)
 
* Ol barýar (He/She/It goes)
 
This pattern will become clearer as we explore regular verbs.
 
=== Conjugation Patterns for Regular Verbs ===
 
Regular verbs in Turkmen follow predictable patterns when conjugated. The conjugation process generally includes the following steps:
 
1. Identify the verb root.
 
2. Add the appropriate suffix based on the subject pronoun.
 
Here is a quick reference for personal pronouns in Turkmen:
 
* Men (I)
 
* Sen (You - singular)
 
* Ol (He/She/It)
 
* Biz (We)
 
* Siz (You - plural/formal)
 
* Ol (They)
 
Now let’s examine how to conjugate some common regular verbs in the present tense.
 
==== Example Conjugations ====
 
Here are some examples of regular verb conjugations:
 
{| class="wikitable"
 
! Turkmen !! Pronunciation !! English
 
|-
 
| barýaryn  || bɑːˈrɯ.jɑ.rɯn || I go
 
|-
 
| barýarsyň  || bɑːˈrɯ.jɑr.sɯŋ || You go (singular)
 
|-
 
| barýar  || bɑːˈrɯ.jɑr || He/She/It goes
 
|-
 
| barýarys  || bɑːˈrɯ.jɑ.rɯs || We go
 
|-
 
| barýarsyňyz  || bɑːˈrɯ.jɑr.sɯŋ.ɯz || You go (plural/formal)
 
|-
 
| barýarlar  || bɑːˈrɯ.jɑr.lɑr || They go
 
|}
 
Now let’s take a look at another common verb: "okamak" (to read).
 
{| class="wikitable"
 
! Turkmen !! Pronunciation !! English
 
|-
 
| okýaryn  || o.kʲɑːˈrɯn || I read
 
|-
 
| okýarsyň  || o.kʲɑːr.sɯŋ || You read (singular)
 
|-
 
| okýar  || o.kʲɑːr || He/She/It reads
 
|-
 
| okýarys  || o.kʲɑːr.ɯs || We read
 
|-
 
| okýarsyňyz  || o.kʲɑːr.sɯŋ.ɯz || You read (plural/formal)
 
|-
 
| okýarlar  || o.kʲɯˈlɑr || They read
 
|}
 
You will notice that the verb endings change with the subject pronouns, providing clarity in communication.
 
=== More Examples of Regular Verb Conjugation ===
 
Let’s look at more examples to solidify your understanding of regular verb conjugation in Turkmen:
 
1. '''Eat (eýmek)'''
 
{| class="wikitable"
 
! Turkmen !! Pronunciation !! English
 
|-
 
| iýýärin  || iːˈjɛː.rɪn || I eat
 
|-
 
| iýýärsiň  || iːˈjɛːr.sɯŋ || You eat (singular)
 
|-
 
| iýýär  || iːˈjɛːr || He/She/It eats
 
|-
 
| iýýäris  || iːˈjɛːr.ɯs || We eat
 
|-
 
| iýýärsiňiz  || iːˈjɛːr.sɯŋ.ɯz || You eat (plural/formal)
 
|-
 
| iýýärler  || iːˈjɛːl.lə.r || They eat
 
|}
 
2. '''To work (işlemek)'''
 
{| class="wikitable"
 
! Turkmen !! Pronunciation !! English
 
|-
 
| işleýärin  || iʃ.lɛˈjɛː.rɪn || I work
 
|-
 
| işleýärsiň  || iʃ.lɛˈjɛːr.sɯŋ || You work (singular)
 
|-
 
| işleýär  || iʃ.lɛˈjɛːr || He/She/It works
 
|-
 
| işleýäris  || iʃ.lɛˈjɛːr.ɯs || We work
 
|-
 
| işleýärsiňiz  || iʃ.lɛˈjɛːr.sɯŋ.ɯz || You work (plural/formal)
 
|-
 
| işleýärler  || iʃ.lɛˈlɛr || They work
 
|}
 
3. '''To play (oýnamak)'''
 
{| class="wikitable"
 
! Turkmen !! Pronunciation !! English
 
|-
 
| oýnaýaryn  || oʊˈnɑː.jɑ.rɯn || I play
 
|-
 
| oýnaýarsyň  || oʊˈnɑː.jɑr.sɯŋ || You play (singular)
 
|-
 
| oýnaýar  || oʊˈnɑː.jɑr || He/She/It plays
 
|-
 
| oýnaýarys  || oʊˈnɑː.jɑr.ɯs || We play
 
|-
 
| oýnaýarsyňyz  || oʊˈnɑː.jɑr.sɯŋ.ɯz || You play (plural/formal)
 
|-
 
| oýnaýarlar  || oʊˈnɑː.jɑr.lɑr || They play
 
|}
 
4. '''To learn (öwrenmek)'''
 
{| class="wikitable"
 
! Turkmen !! Pronunciation !! English
 
|-
 
| öwrenýärin  || øʊˈrɛn.jɛː.rɪn || I learn
 
|-
 
| öwrenýärsiň  || øʊˈrɛn.jɛːr.sɯŋ || You learn (singular)
 
|-
 
| öwrenýär  || øʊˈrɛn.jɛːr || He/She/It learns
 
|-
 
| öwrenýäris  || øʊˈrɛn.jɛːr.ɯs || We learn
 
|-
 
| öwrenýärsiňiz  || øʊˈrɛn.jɛːr.sɯŋ.ɯz || You learn (plural/formal)
 
|-
 
| öwrenýärler  || øʊˈrɛn.læʊr || They learn
 
|}
 
5. '''To listen (diňlemek)'''
 
{| class="wikitable"
 
! Turkmen !! Pronunciation !! English
 
|-
 
| diňleýärin  || dɪŋ.lɛˈjɛː.rɪn || I listen
 
|-
 
| diňleýärsiň  || dɪŋ.lɛˈjɛːr.sɯŋ || You listen (singular)
 
|-
 
| diňleýär  || dɪŋ.lɛˈjɛːr || He/She/It listens
 
|-
 
| diňleýäris  || dɪŋ.lɛˈjɛːr.ɯs || We listen
 
|-
 
| diňleýärsiňiz  || dɪŋ.lɛˈjɛːr.sɯŋ.ɯz || You listen (plural/formal)
 
|-
 
| diňleýärler  || dɪŋ.lɛˈlɛr || They listen
 
|}
 
6. '''To travel (syýahat etmek)'''
 
{| class="wikitable"
 
! Turkmen !! Pronunciation !! English
 
|-


Regular Turkmen verbs follow a simple pattern, which makes it easy to learn and conjugate them. The conjugation of a verb depends on the personal pronoun that is attached to it (such as I, you, he, she, we, and they).
| syýahat edýärin  || sɪˈjɑː.hæt.ɯrɪn || I travel


Turkmen verb conjugation is based on two components: the verb stem and the conjugation suffix. The verb stem is the root form of the verb, which usually ends with the letters "-mak" or "-mek." The conjugation suffixes are the endings that change according to personal pronouns.
|-


As we proceed with the lesson, you'll notice that Turkmen verbs are relatively easy to conjugate. So, let's get started!
| syýahat edýärsiň  || sɪˈjɑː.hæt.ɯsɯŋ || You travel (singular)


==Regular Verb Conjugation in the Present Tense==
|-


Regular verbs in the present tense follow a systematic pattern for conjugation. To conjugate regular verbs in the present tense, follow these steps:
| syýahat edýär  || sɪˈjɑː.hæt.ɯ || He/She/It travels


1. Remove the "-mak" or "-mek" ending from the infinitive form of the verb to find the verb stem.
|-
2. Attach the appropriate personal pronoun suffix to the verb stem.


Here is a list of personal pronoun suffixes for regular verbs in the present tense:
| syýahat edýäris  || sɪˈjɑː.hæt.ɯs || We travel


* I: -ýan / -yan
|-
* You (singular, informal): -ýar / -yar
* He/She/It: -ýar / -yar
* We: -ýas / -yas
* You (plural, formal): -ýaň / -yaň
* They: -ýarlar / -yarlar


For example, let's conjugate the verb "işlemek" (to work) with each personal pronoun:
| syýahat edýärsiňiz  || sɪˈjɑː.hæt.ɯsɯŋ.ɯz || You travel (plural/formal)
 
|-
 
| syýahat edýärler  || sɪˈjɑː.hæt.lɛr || They travel
 
|}
 
7. '''To dance (ýerlemek)'''


Examples:
{| class="wikitable"
{| class="wikitable"
! Turkmen !! Pronunciation !! English
! Turkmen !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
|-
| işleýän || iş-le-yän || I work
 
| ýerleýärin  || jɛːˈrɛː.lɛrɪn || I dance
 
|-
|-
| işleýär || iş-le-yär || You work (singular, informal)
 
| ýerleýärsiň  || jɛːˈrɛː.lɛr.sɯŋ || You dance (singular)
 
|-
|-
| işleýär || iş-le-yär || He/She/It works
 
| ýerleýär  || jɛːˈrɛː.lɛr || He/She/It dances
 
|-
|-
| işleýäs || iş-le-yäs || We work
 
| ýerleýäris  || jɛːˈrɛː.lɛr.ɯs || We dance
 
|-
|-
| işleýäň || iş-le-yäň || You work (plural, formal)
 
| ýerleýärsiňiz  || jɛːˈrɛː.lɛr.sɯŋ.ɯz || You dance (plural/formal)
 
|-
|-
| işleýärler || iş-le-yärler || They work
 
| ýerleýärler  || jɛːˈrɛː.lɛr.lɛr || They dance
 
|}
|}


====Turkmen Culture Tip====
8. '''To buy (satyn almak)'''


The Turkmen work culture highly valuates punctuality and discipline, which are seen as essential traits for success in this Central Asian country. It is common for the locals to wake up early in the morning and be punctual for appointments, meetings, and events.
{| class="wikitable"
 
! Turkmen !! Pronunciation !! English
 
|-
 
| satyn alýaryn  || sɑːˈtɯ.nɑːˈjɑ.rɯn || I buy
 
|-
 
| satyn alýarsyň  || sɑːˈtɯ.nɑːˈjɑr.sɯŋ || You buy (singular)


==Common Regular Verbs in Turkmen==
|-


Now that you have learned the process of conjugating regular verbs in the present tense, let's practice with a list of some common regular verbs.
| satyn alýar  || sɑːˈtɯ.nɑːˈjɑr || He/She/It buys


Examples of regular verbs in their infinitive forms, along with their meanings in English, are as follows:
|-


* okamak (to read)
| satyn alýarys  || sɑːˈtɯ.nɑːˈjɑr.ɯs || We buy
* yaşamak (to live)
* goýmak (to put)
* gelmek (to come)
* gitmek (to go)


Pick a verb and try conjugating it with each personal pronoun following the instructions you've learned in this lesson.
|-


Here's an example using the verb "goýmak" (to put):
| satyn alýarsyňyz  || sɑːˈtɯ.nɑːˈjɑr.sɯŋ.ɯz || You buy (plural/formal)
 
|-
 
| satyn alýarlar  || sɑːˈtɯ.nɑːˈjɑr.lɑr || They buy
 
|}
 
9. '''To meet (deşmek)'''
 
{| class="wikitable"
 
! Turkmen !! Pronunciation !! English
 
|-
 
| deşýärin  || dɛʃˈjɛː.rɪn || I meet
 
|-
 
| deşýärsiň  || dɛʃˈjɛːr.sɯŋ || You meet (singular)
 
|-
 
| deşýär  || dɛʃˈjɛːr || He/She/It meets
 
|-
 
| deşýäris  || dɛʃˈjɛːr.ɯs || We meet
 
|-
 
| deşýärsiňiz  || dɛʃˈjɛːr.sɯŋ.ɯz || You meet (plural/formal)
 
|-
 
| deşýärler  || dɛʃˈjɛːl.lɛr || They meet
 
|}
 
10. '''To laugh (gülmek)'''


{| class="wikitable"
{| class="wikitable"
! Turkmen !! Pronunciation !! English
! Turkmen !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
|-
| goýýan || goy-yän || I put
 
| gülýärin  || gʏlˈjɛː.rɪn || I laugh
 
|-
|-
| goýýar || goy-yär || You put (singular, informal)
 
| gülýärsiň  || gʏlˈjɛːr.sɯŋ || You laugh (singular)
 
|-
|-
| goýýar || goy-yär || He/She/It puts
 
| gülýär  || gʏlˈjɛːr || He/She/It laughs
 
|-
|-
| goýýas || goy-yäs || We put
 
| gülýäris  || gʏlˈjɛːr.ɯs || We laugh
 
|-
|-
| goýýaň || goy-yäň || You put (plural, formal)
 
| gülýärsiňiz  || gʏlˈjɛːr.sɯŋ.ɯz || You laugh (plural/formal)
 
|-
|-
| goýýarlar || goy-yärler || They put
 
| gülýärler  || gʏlˈjɛːl.lɛr || They laugh
 
|}
|}


==Conclusion==
=== Practice Exercises ===
 
Now that you have learned how to conjugate regular verbs in the present tense, it’s time to put your knowledge into practice! Below are some exercises designed to reinforce what you've learned.
 
1. '''Fill in the blanks with the correct form of the verb "bar" (to go):'''
 
* Men ___ (to go)


In this lesson, you have learned how to conjugate regular Turkmen verbs in the present tense. Remember, the key is to identify the verb stem and attach the appropriate personal pronoun suffix. Once you get the hang of this process, conjugating regular verbs in Turkmen will become second nature to you.
* Sen ___ (to go)


We encourage you to practice conjugating the verbs introduced in this lesson and any others you come across in your Turkmen language journey. If you ever find yourself in Turkmenistan or interacting with the locals, your knowledge of verb conjugation will surely help you communicate more effectively.
* Ol ___ (to go)


Keep up the good work, and enjoy the rest of the "Complete 0 to A1 Turkmen Course"!
* Biz ___ (to go)
 
* Siz ___ (to go)
 
* Ol ___ (to go)
 
'''Answers:'''
 
* Men barýaryn
 
* Sen barýarsyň
 
* Ol barýar
 
* Biz barýarys
 
* Siz barýarsyňyz
 
* Ol barýarlar
 
2. '''Translate the following sentences into Turkmen:'''
 
* I read.
 
* You work (singular).
 
* They eat.
 
* We dance.
 
'''Answers:'''
 
* Men okýaryn.
 
* Sen işleýärsiň.
 
* Ol iýýärler.
 
* Biz ýerleýäris.
 
3. '''Conjugate the verb "syýahat etmek" (to travel) for all subject pronouns:'''
 
'''Answers:'''
 
* Men syýahat edýärin
 
* Sen syýahat edýärsiň
 
* Ol syýahat edýär
 
* Biz syýahat edýäris
 
* Siz syýahat edýärsiňiz
 
* Ol syýahat edýärler
 
4. '''Choose the correct form of the verb "okamak" (to read) to complete the sentences:'''
 
* Men ___ (to read) kitap.
 
* Siz ___ (to read) gazet.
 
* Biz ___ (to read) makala.
 
'''Answers:'''
 
* Men okýaryn kitap.
 
* Siz okýarsyňyz gazet.
 
* Biz okýarys makala.
 
5. '''Create sentences using the verbs "işlemek" (to work) and "gülmek" (to laugh) in the present tense for each subject pronoun.'''
 
'''Answers:'''
 
* Men işleýärin.
 
* Sen işleýärsiň.
 
* Ol işleýär.
 
* Biz işleýäris.
 
* Siz işleýärsiňiz.
 
* Ol işleýärler.
 
* Men gülýärin.
 
* Sen gülýärsiň.
 
* Ol gülýär.
 
* Biz gülýäris.
 
* Siz gülýärsiňiz.
 
* Ol gülýärler.
 
6. '''Match the verbs to their English translations:'''
 
* 1. oýnamak
 
* 2. diňlemek
 
* 3. öwrenmek
 
* 4. satyn almak
 
'''Answers:'''
 
* 1 = To play
 
* 2 = To listen
 
* 3 = To learn
 
* 4 = To buy
 
7. '''Conjugate the verb "gülmek" (to laugh) for all subject pronouns:'''
 
'''Answers:'''
 
* Men gülýärin
 
* Sen gülýärsiň
 
* Ol gülýär
 
* Biz gülýäris
 
* Siz gülýärsiňiz
 
* Ol gülýärler
 
8. '''Write a short paragraph introducing yourself using at least three verbs in the present tense.'''
 
'''Example Answer:'''
 
* Men Ismail. Men okýaryn, işleýärin, we gülýärin.
 
9. '''Fill in the blanks with the correct form of the verb "eşitmek" (to listen):'''
 
* Men ___ nice.
 
* Sen ___ nice.
 
* Ol ___ nice.
 
'''Answers:'''
 
* Men eşitýärin
 
* Sen eşitýärsiň
 
* Ol eşitýär
 
10. '''Translate the following Turkmen sentences into English:'''
 
* Men okýaryn.
 
* Siz gülýärsiňiz.
 
* Ol işleýär.
 
'''Answers:'''
 
* I read.
 
* You laugh (plural/formal).
 
* He/She/It works.
 
As you practice conjugating verbs, remember that repetition is key to mastery. The more you use these verbs in context, the more natural they will become.
 
By the end of this lesson, you should have a clearer understanding of how to conjugate regular verbs in the present tense. Keep practicing, and you'll be well on your way to confidently using Turkmen in your conversations!


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Turkmen → Grammar → 0 to A1 Course → Basic Verb Conjugation

Welcome to the exciting journey of learning Turkmen! In this lesson, we will focus on basic verb conjugation in the present tense. Understanding how to conjugate verbs is crucial because it allows you to express actions and states of being in a clear and concise manner. As you embark on this learning experience, you'll see how verbs are the backbone of sentences, making them lively and informative.

In Turkmen, verbs change according to the subject of the sentence, which means that conjugation is essential for clarity. This lesson is structured to guide you through the conjugation of regular verbs, ensuring you have a solid foundation to build upon as you progress in your language skills.

We will cover the following topics:

  • Overview of verb conjugation
  • Conjugation patterns for regular verbs
  • Examples of conjugated verbs
  • Practice exercises to enhance your learning

So, without further ado, let's dive into the world of Turkmen verbs!

Overview of Verb Conjugation[edit | edit source]

In Turkmen, verbs are conjugated based on the subject pronoun. This means that the form of the verb changes depending on who is performing the action. For example, the verb “to go” will look different when saying “I go” versus “he goes.”

The basic structure of a Turkmen verb in the present tense involves:

  • The verb root
  • A suffix that corresponds to the subject pronoun

For instance, the verb "bar" (to go) is conjugated as follows:

  • Men barýaryn (I go)
  • Sen barýarsyň (You go)
  • Ol barýar (He/She/It goes)

This pattern will become clearer as we explore regular verbs.

Conjugation Patterns for Regular Verbs[edit | edit source]

Regular verbs in Turkmen follow predictable patterns when conjugated. The conjugation process generally includes the following steps:

1. Identify the verb root.

2. Add the appropriate suffix based on the subject pronoun.

Here is a quick reference for personal pronouns in Turkmen:

  • Men (I)
  • Sen (You - singular)
  • Ol (He/She/It)
  • Biz (We)
  • Siz (You - plural/formal)
  • Ol (They)

Now let’s examine how to conjugate some common regular verbs in the present tense.

Example Conjugations[edit | edit source]

Here are some examples of regular verb conjugations:

Turkmen Pronunciation English
barýaryn bɑːˈrɯ.jɑ.rɯn I go
barýarsyň bɑːˈrɯ.jɑr.sɯŋ You go (singular)
barýar bɑːˈrɯ.jɑr He/She/It goes
barýarys bɑːˈrɯ.jɑ.rɯs We go
barýarsyňyz bɑːˈrɯ.jɑr.sɯŋ.ɯz You go (plural/formal)
barýarlar bɑːˈrɯ.jɑr.lɑr They go

Now let’s take a look at another common verb: "okamak" (to read).

Turkmen Pronunciation English
okýaryn o.kʲɑːˈrɯn I read
okýarsyň o.kʲɑːr.sɯŋ You read (singular)
okýar o.kʲɑːr He/She/It reads
okýarys o.kʲɑːr.ɯs We read
okýarsyňyz o.kʲɑːr.sɯŋ.ɯz You read (plural/formal)
okýarlar o.kʲɯˈlɑr They read

You will notice that the verb endings change with the subject pronouns, providing clarity in communication.

More Examples of Regular Verb Conjugation[edit | edit source]

Let’s look at more examples to solidify your understanding of regular verb conjugation in Turkmen:

1. Eat (eýmek)

Turkmen Pronunciation English
iýýärin iːˈjɛː.rɪn I eat
iýýärsiň iːˈjɛːr.sɯŋ You eat (singular)
iýýär iːˈjɛːr He/She/It eats
iýýäris iːˈjɛːr.ɯs We eat
iýýärsiňiz iːˈjɛːr.sɯŋ.ɯz You eat (plural/formal)
iýýärler iːˈjɛːl.lə.r They eat

2. To work (işlemek)

Turkmen Pronunciation English
işleýärin iʃ.lɛˈjɛː.rɪn I work
işleýärsiň iʃ.lɛˈjɛːr.sɯŋ You work (singular)
işleýär iʃ.lɛˈjɛːr He/She/It works
işleýäris iʃ.lɛˈjɛːr.ɯs We work
işleýärsiňiz iʃ.lɛˈjɛːr.sɯŋ.ɯz You work (plural/formal)
işleýärler iʃ.lɛˈlɛr They work

3. To play (oýnamak)

Turkmen Pronunciation English
oýnaýaryn oʊˈnɑː.jɑ.rɯn I play
oýnaýarsyň oʊˈnɑː.jɑr.sɯŋ You play (singular)
oýnaýar oʊˈnɑː.jɑr He/She/It plays
oýnaýarys oʊˈnɑː.jɑr.ɯs We play
oýnaýarsyňyz oʊˈnɑː.jɑr.sɯŋ.ɯz You play (plural/formal)
oýnaýarlar oʊˈnɑː.jɑr.lɑr They play

4. To learn (öwrenmek)

Turkmen Pronunciation English
öwrenýärin øʊˈrɛn.jɛː.rɪn I learn
öwrenýärsiň øʊˈrɛn.jɛːr.sɯŋ You learn (singular)
öwrenýär øʊˈrɛn.jɛːr He/She/It learns
öwrenýäris øʊˈrɛn.jɛːr.ɯs We learn
öwrenýärsiňiz øʊˈrɛn.jɛːr.sɯŋ.ɯz You learn (plural/formal)
öwrenýärler øʊˈrɛn.læʊr They learn

5. To listen (diňlemek)

Turkmen Pronunciation English
diňleýärin dɪŋ.lɛˈjɛː.rɪn I listen
diňleýärsiň dɪŋ.lɛˈjɛːr.sɯŋ You listen (singular)
diňleýär dɪŋ.lɛˈjɛːr He/She/It listens
diňleýäris dɪŋ.lɛˈjɛːr.ɯs We listen
diňleýärsiňiz dɪŋ.lɛˈjɛːr.sɯŋ.ɯz You listen (plural/formal)
diňleýärler dɪŋ.lɛˈlɛr They listen

6. To travel (syýahat etmek)

Turkmen Pronunciation English
syýahat edýärin sɪˈjɑː.hæt.ɯrɪn I travel
syýahat edýärsiň sɪˈjɑː.hæt.ɯsɯŋ You travel (singular)
syýahat edýär sɪˈjɑː.hæt.ɯ He/She/It travels
syýahat edýäris sɪˈjɑː.hæt.ɯs We travel
syýahat edýärsiňiz sɪˈjɑː.hæt.ɯsɯŋ.ɯz You travel (plural/formal)
syýahat edýärler sɪˈjɑː.hæt.lɛr They travel

7. To dance (ýerlemek)

Turkmen Pronunciation English
ýerleýärin jɛːˈrɛː.lɛrɪn I dance
ýerleýärsiň jɛːˈrɛː.lɛr.sɯŋ You dance (singular)
ýerleýär jɛːˈrɛː.lɛr He/She/It dances
ýerleýäris jɛːˈrɛː.lɛr.ɯs We dance
ýerleýärsiňiz jɛːˈrɛː.lɛr.sɯŋ.ɯz You dance (plural/formal)
ýerleýärler jɛːˈrɛː.lɛr.lɛr They dance

8. To buy (satyn almak)

Turkmen Pronunciation English
satyn alýaryn sɑːˈtɯ.nɑːˈjɑ.rɯn I buy
satyn alýarsyň sɑːˈtɯ.nɑːˈjɑr.sɯŋ You buy (singular)
satyn alýar sɑːˈtɯ.nɑːˈjɑr He/She/It buys
satyn alýarys sɑːˈtɯ.nɑːˈjɑr.ɯs We buy
satyn alýarsyňyz sɑːˈtɯ.nɑːˈjɑr.sɯŋ.ɯz You buy (plural/formal)
satyn alýarlar sɑːˈtɯ.nɑːˈjɑr.lɑr They buy

9. To meet (deşmek)

Turkmen Pronunciation English
deşýärin dɛʃˈjɛː.rɪn I meet
deşýärsiň dɛʃˈjɛːr.sɯŋ You meet (singular)
deşýär dɛʃˈjɛːr He/She/It meets
deşýäris dɛʃˈjɛːr.ɯs We meet
deşýärsiňiz dɛʃˈjɛːr.sɯŋ.ɯz You meet (plural/formal)
deşýärler dɛʃˈjɛːl.lɛr They meet

10. To laugh (gülmek)

Turkmen Pronunciation English
gülýärin gʏlˈjɛː.rɪn I laugh
gülýärsiň gʏlˈjɛːr.sɯŋ You laugh (singular)
gülýär gʏlˈjɛːr He/She/It laughs
gülýäris gʏlˈjɛːr.ɯs We laugh
gülýärsiňiz gʏlˈjɛːr.sɯŋ.ɯz You laugh (plural/formal)
gülýärler gʏlˈjɛːl.lɛr They laugh

Practice Exercises[edit | edit source]

Now that you have learned how to conjugate regular verbs in the present tense, it’s time to put your knowledge into practice! Below are some exercises designed to reinforce what you've learned.

1. Fill in the blanks with the correct form of the verb "bar" (to go):

  • Men ___ (to go)
  • Sen ___ (to go)
  • Ol ___ (to go)
  • Biz ___ (to go)
  • Siz ___ (to go)
  • Ol ___ (to go)

Answers:

  • Men barýaryn
  • Sen barýarsyň
  • Ol barýar
  • Biz barýarys
  • Siz barýarsyňyz
  • Ol barýarlar

2. Translate the following sentences into Turkmen:

  • I read.
  • You work (singular).
  • They eat.
  • We dance.

Answers:

  • Men okýaryn.
  • Sen işleýärsiň.
  • Ol iýýärler.
  • Biz ýerleýäris.

3. Conjugate the verb "syýahat etmek" (to travel) for all subject pronouns:

Answers:

  • Men syýahat edýärin
  • Sen syýahat edýärsiň
  • Ol syýahat edýär
  • Biz syýahat edýäris
  • Siz syýahat edýärsiňiz
  • Ol syýahat edýärler

4. Choose the correct form of the verb "okamak" (to read) to complete the sentences:

  • Men ___ (to read) kitap.
  • Siz ___ (to read) gazet.
  • Biz ___ (to read) makala.

Answers:

  • Men okýaryn kitap.
  • Siz okýarsyňyz gazet.
  • Biz okýarys makala.

5. Create sentences using the verbs "işlemek" (to work) and "gülmek" (to laugh) in the present tense for each subject pronoun.

Answers:

  • Men işleýärin.
  • Sen işleýärsiň.
  • Ol işleýär.
  • Biz işleýäris.
  • Siz işleýärsiňiz.
  • Ol işleýärler.
  • Men gülýärin.
  • Sen gülýärsiň.
  • Ol gülýär.
  • Biz gülýäris.
  • Siz gülýärsiňiz.
  • Ol gülýärler.

6. Match the verbs to their English translations:

  • 1. oýnamak
  • 2. diňlemek
  • 3. öwrenmek
  • 4. satyn almak

Answers:

  • 1 = To play
  • 2 = To listen
  • 3 = To learn
  • 4 = To buy

7. Conjugate the verb "gülmek" (to laugh) for all subject pronouns:

Answers:

  • Men gülýärin
  • Sen gülýärsiň
  • Ol gülýär
  • Biz gülýäris
  • Siz gülýärsiňiz
  • Ol gülýärler

8. Write a short paragraph introducing yourself using at least three verbs in the present tense.

Example Answer:

  • Men Ismail. Men okýaryn, işleýärin, we gülýärin.

9. Fill in the blanks with the correct form of the verb "eşitmek" (to listen):

  • Men ___ nice.
  • Sen ___ nice.
  • Ol ___ nice.

Answers:

  • Men eşitýärin
  • Sen eşitýärsiň
  • Ol eşitýär

10. Translate the following Turkmen sentences into English:

  • Men okýaryn.
  • Siz gülýärsiňiz.
  • Ol işleýär.

Answers:

  • I read.
  • You laugh (plural/formal).
  • He/She/It works.

As you practice conjugating verbs, remember that repetition is key to mastery. The more you use these verbs in context, the more natural they will become.

By the end of this lesson, you should have a clearer understanding of how to conjugate regular verbs in the present tense. Keep practicing, and you'll be well on your way to confidently using Turkmen in your conversations!

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


Greetings and Introductions


Pronouns and Verbs


Numbers and Time


Nouns and Adjectives


Family and Relationships


Turkmen Customs and Traditions


Food and Dining


Asking Questions


Travel and Transportation


Geography and Landmarks


Prepositions and Conjunctions


Hobbies and Leisure Activities


Turkmen Art and Literature

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