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Welcome to another exciting lesson in your journey to mastering the Slovak language! Today, we're diving into a fundamental aspect of Slovak grammar: the present tense of regular verbs. Understanding how to conjugate verbs in the present tense is crucial, as it allows you to express actions happening now—whether it's telling someone what you do daily or describing what you see around you.

In Slovak, the present tense is formed quite systematically for regular verbs, making it easier for you to communicate effectively. This lesson will take you step by step through the conjugation process, provide plenty of examples, and give you practice exercises to solidify your understanding.

Here's how we will structure this lesson:

The Importance of Present Tense[edit | edit source]

The present tense is the backbone of everyday conversation. It helps you express ongoing actions, habitual activities, and general truths about yourself and the world. By mastering the present tense of regular verbs, you'll gain confidence in speaking and writing Slovak.

Regular Verbs in Slovak[edit | edit source]

In Slovak, verbs can be categorized into three main groups based on their endings: -ovať, -iť, and -ať. Regular verbs follow specific patterns in their conjugation, making them predictable and easier for learners.

Conjugation Rules[edit | edit source]

To form the present tense of regular verbs, you typically drop the infinitive ending and add the appropriate endings based on the subject pronoun.

Here's a brief overview of the endings for each type of regular verb:

-ovať verbs:

ja -ujem (I)

ty -uješ (you, singular informal)

on/ona/ono -uje (he/she/it)

my -ujeme (we)

vy -ujete (you, plural/formal)

oni/ony -ujú (they)

-iť verbs:

ja -ím (I)

ty -íš (you, singular informal)

on/ona/ono -í (he/she/it)

my -íme (we)

vy -íte (you, plural/formal)

oni/ony -ia (they)

-ať verbs:

ja -ám (I)

ty -áš (you, singular informal)

on/ona/ono -á (he/she/it)

my -áme (we)

vy -áte (you, plural/formal)

oni/ony -ajú (they)

Examples of Conjugation[edit | edit source]

To illustrate these rules, let’s look at some examples of regular verbs in the present tense.

Slovak	Pronunciation	English
hovoriť	ho-vo-rit'	to speak
ja hovorím	ja ho-vo-rím	I speak
ty hovoríš	ty ho-vo-ríš	you speak (singular)
on hovorí	on ho-vo-rí	he speaks
my hovoríme	my ho-vo-rí-me	we speak
vy hovoríte	vy ho-vo-rí-te	you speak (plural/formal)
oni hovoria	oni ho-vo-ri-a	they speak

Now let's look at a different verb:

Slovak	Pronunciation	English
čítať	čí-tať	to read
ja čítam	ja čí-tam	I read
ty čítaš	ty čí-taš	you read (singular)
on číta	on číta	he reads
my čítame	my čí-ta-me	we read
vy čítate	vy čí-ta-te	you read (plural/formal)
oni čítajú	oni čít-a-jú	they read

Let's see one more example:

Slovak	Pronunciation	English
tancovať	tan-covať	to dance
ja tancujem	ja tan-cu-jem	I dance
ty tancuješ	ty tan-cu-ješ	you dance (singular)
on tancuje	on tan-cu-je	he dances
my tancujeme	my tan-cu-je-me	we dance
vy tancujete	vy tan-cu-je-te	you dance (plural/formal)
oni tancujú	oni tan-cu-jú	they dance

Summary of Conjugation Patterns[edit | edit source]

To sum up, the key points to remember when conjugating regular verbs in the present tense are:

Identify the verb ending (-ovať, -iť, -ať).

Remove the infinitive ending.

Add the correct present tense endings based on the subject pronoun.

Practice Exercises[edit | edit source]

Now that we've gone through the conjugation rules and examples, it's time to put your knowledge to the test! Below are some exercises.

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

Conjugate the following verbs in the present tense based on the subject provided.

1. (ja) tancovať → __________

2. (ty) čítať → __________

3. (on) hovoriť → __________

4. (my) tancovať → __________

5. (vy) čítať → __________

Exercise 2: Match the subject with the verb[edit | edit source]

Match the subject pronouns with the correct conjugation of the verb.

| Subject Pronoun | Conjugated Verb |

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

| 1. ja | A. tancujeme |

| 2. ty | B. hovoríš |

| 3. on | C. číta |

| 4. my | D. hovorí |

| 5. vy | E. čítaš |

Exercise 3: Translate the sentences[edit | edit source]

Translate the following sentences from English to Slovak using the present tense of regular verbs.

1. I read a book. → __________

2. We dance together. → __________

3. They speak Slovak. → __________

Solutions and Explanations[edit | edit source]

Now, let's go through the solutions for the exercises:

Solutions for Exercise 1[edit | edit source]

1. (ja) tancovať → ja tancujem

2. (ty) čítať → ty čítaš

3. (on) hovoriť → on hovorí

4. (my) tancovať → my tancujeme

5. (vy) čítať → vy čítate

Solutions for Exercise 2[edit | edit source]

1. A. tancujeme

2. B. hovoríš

3. C. číta

4. D. hovorí

5. E. čítaš

Solutions for Exercise 3[edit | edit source]

1. I read a book. → Ja čítam knihu.

2. We dance together. → My tancujeme spolu.

3. They speak Slovak. → Oni hovoria po slovensky.

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

Congratulations! You've successfully learned how to conjugate regular verbs in the present tense in Slovak. This skill will serve as a strong foundation for your future language studies. Remember, practice is key! Keep using these verbs in your daily conversations, and you'll become more comfortable with them over time.

As you continue your journey through the Slovak language, look forward to exploring more exciting topics in the upcoming lessons. Happy learning!

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

Course Presentation

Unit 1: Greetings and Introductions

Unit 2: Nouns, Pronouns, and Verbs in the Present Tense

Unit 3: Slovak Culture and Society

Unit 4: Daily Activities and Routine

Unit 5: Cases and Prepositions

Unit 6: Slovak Geography and Nature

Unit 7: Travel and Transportation

Unit 8: Adjectives and Adverbs

Unit 9: Slovak Art and Music

Unit 10: Time and Dates

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+Welcome to another exciting lesson in your journey to mastering the Slovak language! Today, we're diving into a fundamental aspect of Slovak grammar: '''the present tense of regular verbs'''. Understanding how to conjugate verbs in the present tense is crucial, as it allows you to express actions happening now—whether it's telling someone what you do daily or describing what you see around you.
+In Slovak, the present tense is formed quite systematically for regular verbs, making it easier for you to communicate effectively. This lesson will take you step by step through the conjugation process, provide plenty of examples, and give you practice exercises to solidify your understanding.
-<div class="pg_page_title">Slovak Grammar → Unit 2: Nouns, Pronouns, and Verbs in the Present Tense → The Present Tense of Regular Verbs</div>
+Here's how we will structure this lesson:
 __TOC__
-Hello and welcome to the second unit of the "Complete 0 to A1 Slovak Course". In this lesson, we will learn how to conjugate regular verbs in the present tense in Slovak.
+=== The Importance of Present Tense ===
+The present tense is the backbone of everyday conversation. It helps you express ongoing actions, habitual activities, and general truths about yourself and the world. By mastering the present tense of regular verbs, you'll gain confidence in speaking and writing Slovak.
-Slovak is a Slavic language, which means that it shares many similarities with other Slavic languages, such as Czech, Polish, and Russian. Although it may seem challenging at first, learning Slovak can be incredibly rewarding, especially if you plan to visit or live in Slovakia.
+=== Regular Verbs in Slovak ===
-Let's get started!
+In Slovak, verbs can be categorized into three main groups based on their endings: -ovať, -iť, and -ať. Regular verbs follow specific patterns in their conjugation, making them predictable and easier for learners.
+==== Conjugation Rules ====
-<span link>Take a moment to explore these relevant pages as you conclude this lesson: [[Language/Slovak/Grammar/Conditional-Mood|Conditional Mood]] & [[Language/Slovak/Grammar/Negation|Negation]].</span>
+To form the present tense of regular verbs, you typically drop the infinitive ending and add the appropriate endings based on the subject pronoun.
-== The Present Tense ==
-In Slovak, there are three types of verbs: regular, irregular, and modal. In this lesson, we will focus on regular verbs in the present tense.
+Here's a brief overview of the endings for each type of regular verb:
-The present tense is used to describe actions that are happening now, habitual actions, and general truths. It is formed by adding different endings to the stem (or root) of the verb, depending on the subject.
+* '''-ovať verbs:'''
-Here is the present tense of the verb "hovoriť" (to speak), which is a regular verb:
+* ja -ujem (I)
+* ty -uješ (you, singular informal)
+* on/ona/ono -uje (he/she/it)
+* my -ujeme (we)
+* vy -ujete (you, plural/formal)
+* oni/ony -ujú (they)
+* '''-iť verbs:'''
+* ja -ím (I)
+* ty -íš (you, singular informal)
+* on/ona/ono -í (he/she/it)
+* my -íme (we)
+* vy -íte (you, plural/formal)
+* oni/ony -ia (they)
+* '''-ať verbs:'''
+* ja -ám (I)
+* ty -áš (you, singular informal)
+* on/ona/ono -á (he/she/it)
+* my -áme (we)
+* vy -áte (you, plural/formal)
+* oni/ony -ajú (they)
+=== Examples of Conjugation ===
+To illustrate these rules, let’s look at some examples of regular verbs in the present tense.
 {| class="wikitable"
 ! Slovak !! Pronunciation !! English
 |-
-| hovorím || [ˈhovoriːm] || I speak
+| hovoriť  || ho-vo-rit' || to speak
 |-
-| hovoríš || [ˈhovoriːʃ] || You speak (informal)
+| ja hovorím || ja ho-vo-rím || I speak
 |-
-| hovorí || [ˈhovoriː] || He/She/It speaks
+| ty hovoríš || ty ho-vo-ríš || you speak (singular)
 |-
-| hovoríme || [ˈhovoriːmɛ] || We speak
+| on hovorí || on ho-vo-rí || he speaks
 |-
-| hovoríte || [ˈhovoriːtɛ] || You speak (formal/plural)
+| my hovoríme || my ho-vo-rí-me || we speak
 |-
-| hovoria || [ˈhovorja] || They speak
+| vy hovoríte || vy ho-vo-rí-te || you speak (plural/formal)
+|-
+| oni hovoria || oni ho-vo-ri-a || they speak
 |}
-As you can see, the endings change depending on the subject. For example, verbs that end in "-ať" or "-ať sa" have the following endings:
+Now let's look at a different verb:
 {| class="wikitable"
 ! Slovak !! Pronunciation !! English
 |-
-| pracujem || [ˈpratsuːjɛm] || I work
+| čítať || čí-tať || to read
 |-
-| pracuješ || [ˈpratsuːjɛʃ] || You work (informal)
+| ja čítam || ja čí-tam || I read
 |-
-| pracuje || [ˈpratsuːjɛ] || He/She/It works
+| ty čítaš || ty čí-taš || you read (singular)
+|-
+| on číta || on číta || he reads
 |-
-| pracujeme || [ˈpratsuːjɛmɛ] || We work
+| my čítame || my čí-ta-me || we read
 |-
-| pracujete || [ˈpratsuːjɛtɛ] || You work (formal/plural)
+| vy čítate || vy čí-ta-te || you read (plural/formal)
 |-
-| pracujú || [ˈpratsuːjuː] || They work
+| oni čítajú || oni čít-a-jú || they read
 |}
-== Tips and Tricks ==
+Let's see one more example:
+{| class="wikitable"
+! Slovak !! Pronunciation !! English
-Here are some tips and tricks for conjugating regular verbs in the present tense:
+|-
-* Identify the stem of the verb by removing the -ť ending from the infinitive form. For example, the stem of "hovoriť" is "hovor".
+| tancovať || tan-covať || to dance
-* Memorize the different endings for each subject. It can be helpful to create flashcards or quizzes to practice.
+|-
-* Pay attention to vowel changes in the stem. Some verbs have stem alternations in the present tense. For example, the verb "jesť" (to eat) changes its stem to "jem" in the first person singular.
+| ja tancujem || ja tan-cu-jem || I dance
-* Practice, practice, practice! The more you use the present tense in context, the easier it will become.
+|-
-== Conclusion ==
+| ty tancuješ || ty tan-cu-ješ || you dance (singular)
-Congratulations! You have learned how to conjugate regular verbs in the present tense in Slovak. Keep practicing and using these verbs in everyday conversation to become more comfortable with this grammar structure. Remember to be patient with yourself and to have fun while learning.
+|-
-If you have any questions, don't hesitate to ask. Happy learning!
+| on tancuje || on tan-cu-je || he dances
+|-
+| my tancujeme || my tan-cu-je-me || we dance
+|-
+| vy tancujete || vy tan-cu-je-te || you dance (plural/formal)
+|-
+| oni tancujú || oni tan-cu-jú || they dance
+|}
+=== Summary of Conjugation Patterns ===
+To sum up, the key points to remember when conjugating regular verbs in the present tense are:
+* Identify the verb ending (-ovať, -iť, -ať).
+* Remove the infinitive ending.
+* Add the correct present tense endings based on the subject pronoun.
+=== Practice Exercises ===
+Now that we've gone through the conjugation rules and examples, it's time to put your knowledge to the test! Below are some exercises.
+==== Exercise 1: Fill in the blanks ====
+Conjugate the following verbs in the present tense based on the subject provided.
+. (ja) '''tancovať''' → __________
+. (ty) '''čítať''' → __________
+. (on) '''hovoriť''' → __________
+. (my) '''tancovať''' → __________
+. (vy) '''čítať''' → __________
+==== Exercise 2: Match the subject with the verb ====
+Match the subject pronouns with the correct conjugation of the verb.
+| Subject Pronoun | Conjugated Verb |
+|------------------|-----------------|
+| 1. ja            | A. tancujeme    |
+| 2. ty            | B. hovoríš      |
+| 3. on            | C. číta         |
+| 4. my            | D. hovorí       |
+| 5. vy            | E. čítaš        |
+==== Exercise 3: Translate the sentences ====
+Translate the following sentences from English to Slovak using the present tense of regular verbs.
+. I read a book. → __________
+. We dance together. → __________
+. They speak Slovak. → __________
+=== Solutions and Explanations ===
+Now, let's go through the solutions for the exercises:
+==== Solutions for Exercise 1 ====
+. (ja) '''tancovať''' → ja tancujem
+. (ty) '''čítať''' → ty čítaš
+. (on) '''hovoriť''' → on hovorí
+. (my) '''tancovať''' → my tancujeme
+. (vy) '''čítať''' → vy čítate
+==== Solutions for Exercise 2 ====
+. A. tancujeme
+. B. hovoríš
+. C. číta
+. D. hovorí
+. E. čítaš
+==== Solutions for Exercise 3 ====
+. I read a book. → Ja čítam knihu.
+. We dance together. → My tancujeme spolu.
+. They speak Slovak. → Oni hovoria po slovensky.
+=== Conclusion ===
+Congratulations! You've successfully learned how to conjugate regular verbs in the present tense in Slovak. This skill will serve as a strong foundation for your future language studies. Remember, practice is key! Keep using these verbs in your daily conversations, and you'll become more comfortable with them over time.
+As you continue your journey through the Slovak language, look forward to exploring more exciting topics in the upcoming lessons. Happy learning!
-<span link>Having concluded this lesson, consider checking out these related pages: [[Language/Slovak/Grammar/How-to-Use-Have|How to Use Have]] & [[Language/Slovak/Grammar/How-to-Use-Be|How to Use Be]].</span>
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