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Welcome to our lesson on infinitives in Serbian! Infinitives are an essential part of the language, acting as the base form of verbs. Understanding infinitives will not only help you form sentences more effectively but will also open up a whole new world of expression in Serbian. Whether you're dreaming of traveling to Serbia or simply want to connect with Serbian speakers, mastering infinitives is a crucial step on your journey.

In this lesson, we'll explore:

The definition and importance of infinitives in Serbian.

How infinitives are formed and used in sentences.

Examples that illustrate various infinitive forms.

Practical exercises to reinforce your understanding.

With this foundation, you'll be well-equipped to navigate the world of Serbian verbs. So, let's dive in!

What is an Infinitive?[edit | edit source]

An infinitive is the base form of a verb that is not conjugated. In Serbian, infinitives typically end in -ti. They are useful because they can function in various ways within a sentence, such as the subject or object. For instance, the infinitive "čitati" (to read) can be used in different contexts that we'll explore.

Importance of Infinitives in Serbian[edit | edit source]

Infinitives are fundamental for several reasons:

Versatility: Infinitives can be used in various grammatical constructions.

Foundation for Conjugation: They serve as the basis for all verb forms you will learn later.

Communication: Knowing infinitives allows you to express intentions, desires, and actions clearly.

Forming Infinitives in Serbian[edit | edit source]

In Serbian, most infinitives are formed by adding the suffix -ti to the verb stem. However, there are some irregular verbs, which we will highlight.

Regular Infinitives[edit | edit source]

Most verbs in Serbian follow a regular pattern. Here are some common examples:

Serbian	Pronunciation	English
читати	čitati	to read
писати	pisati	to write
говорити	govoriti	to speak
играти	igrati	to play
радити	raditi	to work
слушати	slušati	to listen
путовати	putovati	to travel
учити	učiti	to learn
купити	kupiti	to buy
продавати	prodavati	to sell

Irregular Infinitives[edit | edit source]

Some verbs do not follow the regular pattern. Here are a few examples:

Serbian	Pronunciation	English
бити	biti	to be
имати	imati	to have
видети	videti	to see
ићи	ići	to go
хтети	hteti	to want

Using Infinitives in Sentences[edit | edit source]

Infinitives can be used in various ways within sentences. Below are some examples illustrating different contexts:

1. As the Subject:

Читати је важно. (Čitati je važno.) - Reading is important.

2. As the Object:

Желим да читам. (Želim da čitam.) - I want to read.

3. After Certain Verbs:

Он воли да игра. (On voli da igra.) - He loves to play.

4. With Modal Verbs:

Могу да идем. (Mogu da idem.) - I can go.

5. In Commands or Requests:

Побијте! (Pobijte!) - To win!

6. Expressing Purpose:

Идем у школу да учим. (Idem u školu da učim.) - I go to school to learn.

7. With Negation:

Не знам да пливам. (Ne znam da plivam.) - I don’t know how to swim.

8. To Express Future Intentions:

Планирам да путујем. (Planiram da putujem.) - I plan to travel.

9. After Adjectives:

Спреман сам да покушам. (Spreman sam da pokušam.) - I am ready to try.

10. In Conditional Sentences:

Ако будем имао време, прочитаћу. (Ako budem imao vreme, pročitacu.) - If I have time, I will read.

Practice Scenarios[edit | edit source]

Now that you've learned about infinitives, it's time to practice! Here are some exercises to help you reinforce your understanding.

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

Read the sentences below and underline the infinitives.

1. Она жели да пије воду.

2. Ми волимо да играмо фудбал.

3. Он не може да дође.

4. Хоћу да учим српски.

5. Они планирају да путују.

Solution:

1. пије

2. играмо

3. дође

4. учим

5. путују

Exercise 2: Fill in the Blanks[edit | edit source]

Complete the sentences with the correct infinitive form of the verb in parentheses.

1. Он __________ (читати) књигу.

2. Она __________ (играти) тенис сваког дана.

3. Ми __________ (путовати) у Србију.

4. Они __________ (радити) заједно.

5. Я __________ (хтети) да идем кући.

Solution:

1. чита

2. игра

3. путујемо

4. раде

5. хтела

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

Translate the following sentences into Serbian.

1. I want to learn Serbian.

2. Reading is my favorite hobby.

3. They can play football.

4. She plans to travel next year.

5. He loves to listen to music.

Solution:

1. Желим да учим српски.

2. Читање је мој омиљени хоби.

3. Они могу да играју фудбал.

4. Она планира да путује следеће године.

5. Он воли да слуша музику.

Exercise 4: Create Your Own Sentences[edit | edit source]

Write five sentences using infinitives in different contexts.

Example Answers:

1. Читати књиге је забавно.

2. Желим да пишем песме.

3. Они ће ићи у биоскоп.

4. Она не зна да пева.

5. Могу да трчим у парку.

Exercise 5: Choose the Correct Infinitive[edit | edit source]

Choose the correct infinitive to complete the sentences.

1. Он __________ (вести/вести) децу у школу.

2. Ми __________ (радити/радити) на пројекту.

3. Она __________ (желети/желети) да купи нову хаљину.

4. Они __________ (путовати/путовати) у Европу.

5. Она __________ (играти/играти) клавир.

Solution:

1. води

2. радимо

3. жели

4. путују

5. свира

Exercise 6: Match the Infinitives[edit | edit source]

Match the infinitives to their meanings.

| Serbian Infinitive | English Meaning |

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

| читати | to read |

| писати | to write |

| говорити | to speak |

| играти | to play |

| радити | to work |

Solution:

1. читати - to read

2. писати - to write

3. говорити - to speak

4. играти - to play

5. радити - to work

Exercise 7: Transform the Sentences[edit | edit source]

Transform the following sentences by replacing the verb with its infinitive form.

1. Она чита књигу.

2. Они играју фудбал.

3. Ми слушамо музику.

4. Он пише писмо.

5. Она планира путовање.

Solution:

1. Она жели да чита књигу.

2. Они воле да играју фудбал.

3. Ми желимо да слушамо музику.

4. Он жели да пише писмо.

5. Она жели да планира путовање.

Exercise 8: Negative Infinitives[edit | edit source]

Convert the following sentences to use negative infinitives.

1. Он зна да плива.

2. Она може да дође.

3. Ми желимо да играмо.

4. Они планирају да путују.

5. Он жели да види.

Solution:

1. Он не зна да плива.

2. Она не може да дође.

3. Ми не желимо да играмо.

4. Они не планирају да путују.

5. Он не жели да види.

Exercise 9: Verb Matching[edit | edit source]

Match the verb with the corresponding infinitive.

| Verb | Infinitive |

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

| идем | __________ |

| желим | __________ |

| могу | __________ |

| знам | __________ |

| хтела | __________ |

Solution:

1. идем - ићи

2. желим - хтети

3. могу - моћи

4. знам - знати

5. хтела - хтети

Exercise 10: Verb Conjugation[edit | edit source]

Conjugate the following verbs in the present tense using the infinitive.

1. читати

2. писати

3. говорити

4. играти

5. радити

Solution:

1. читам, читаš, чита, читамо, читате, читају

2. пишем, пишеш, пише, пишемо, пишете, пишу

3. говорим, говориш, говори, говоримо, говорите, говоре

4. играм, играš, игра, играмо, играте, играју

5. радим, радиš, ради, радимо, радите, раде

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

Congratulations on completing this lesson on Serbian infinitives! You've gained a foundational understanding of how infinitives function in the Serbian language. Remember, practice makes perfect! Use the exercises above to solidify your knowledge, and soon you’ll be using infinitives with confidence.

In our next lesson, we'll explore the future tense and how to express upcoming actions. Keep up the great work, and happy learning!

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

Course Presentation

Introduction to Serbian Grammar

Introduction to Serbian Vocabulary

Introduction to Serbian Culture

Pronouns: Possessive Pronouns

Shopping

Sports and Recreation

Adjectives: Declension

Jobs and Professions

Literature and Poetry

Verbs: Conditional

Entertainment and Media

Art and Artists

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+Welcome to our lesson on '''infinitives''' in Serbian! Infinitives are an essential part of the language, acting as the base form of verbs. Understanding infinitives will not only help you form sentences more effectively but will also open up a whole new world of expression in Serbian. Whether you're dreaming of traveling to Serbia or simply want to connect with Serbian speakers, mastering infinitives is a crucial step on your journey.
+In this lesson, we'll explore:
+* The definition and importance of infinitives in Serbian.
+* How infinitives are formed and used in sentences.
+* Examples that illustrate various infinitive forms.
+* Practical exercises to reinforce your understanding.
+With this foundation, you'll be well-equipped to navigate the world of Serbian verbs. So, let's dive in!
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-As a Serbian language teacher, I believe that understanding Serbian grammar is crucial to learning the language. In this lesson, we will explore the concept of infinitives in Serbian verbs. By the end of this lesson, you will be able to understand how to use infinitives in your Serbian conversations and express your ideas more accurately.
+=== What is an Infinitive? ===
+An '''infinitive''' is the base form of a verb that is not conjugated. In Serbian, infinitives typically end in '''-ti'''. They are useful because they can function in various ways within a sentence, such as the subject or object. For instance, the infinitive "čitati" (to read) can be used in different contexts that we'll explore.
+=== Importance of Infinitives in Serbian ===
+Infinitives are fundamental for several reasons:
-<span link>Don't miss the chance to check out these pages as you wrap up this lesson: [[Language/Serbian/Grammar/Plurals|Plurals]] & [[Language/Serbian/Grammar/Be-Polite|Be Polite]].</span>
+* '''Versatility''': Infinitives can be used in various grammatical constructions.
-== Infinitives in Serbian ==
-In Serbian, an infinitive is an unconjugated form of the verb, similar to the English "to" + verb construction (e.g. "to go"). Infinitives can act as nouns, adjectives, or adverbs, depending on the context.
+* '''Foundation for Conjugation''': They serve as the basis for all verb forms you will learn later.
-For example:
+* '''Communication''': Knowing infinitives allows you to express intentions, desires, and actions clearly.
-* Infinitive acting as a noun: <i>Ići</i> je zabavno. (Going is fun.)
-* Infinitive acting as an adjective: Moja omiljena knjiga je <i>čitati</i>. (My favorite book is the one to read.)
-* Infinitive acting as an adverb: Dođi da <i>gledamo</i> film. (Come to watch a movie.)
-In Serbian, infinitives are formed by removing the ending of the present tense verb and adding one of the following endings: <i>-ti</i>, <i>-ći</i>, <i>-ati</i>, or <i>-jeti</i>. For example:
+=== Forming Infinitives in Serbian ===
+In Serbian, most infinitives are formed by adding the suffix '''-ti''' to the verb stem. However, there are some irregular verbs, which we will highlight.
+==== Regular Infinitives ====
+Most verbs in Serbian follow a regular pattern. Here are some common examples:
 {| class="wikitable"
-! Serbian !! Infinitive
+! Serbian !! Pronunciation !! English
+|-
+| читати  || čitati || to read
+|-
+| писати  || pisati || to write
 |-
-| Radiš || rad<i>iti</i>
+| говорити  || govoriti || to speak
 |-
-| Plivaš || pliv<i>ati</i>
+| играти  || igrati || to play
 |-
-| Pečeš || peč<i>enje</i>
+| радити  || raditi || to work
+|-
+| слушати  || slušati || to listen
+|-
+| путовати  || putovati || to travel
+|-
+| учити  || učiti || to learn
+|-
+| купити  || kupiti || to buy
+|-
+| продавати  || prodavati || to sell
 |}
-The last example shows that some verbs form their infinitives by adding <i>-enje</i> to the stem. These verbs usually end in <i>-et</i>.
+==== Irregular Infinitives ====
+Some verbs do not follow the regular pattern. Here are a few examples:
+{| class="wikitable"
+! Serbian !! Pronunciation !! English
+|-
+| бити  || biti || to be
+|-
+| имати  || imati || to have
+|-
+| видети  || videti || to see
+|-
+| ићи  || ići || to go
+|-
+| хтети  || hteti || to want
+|}
+=== Using Infinitives in Sentences ===
+Infinitives can be used in various ways within sentences. Below are some examples illustrating different contexts:
+. '''As the Subject''':
+* Читати је важно. (Čitati je važno.) - Reading is important.
+. '''As the Object''':
+* Желим да читам. (Želim da čitam.) - I want to read.
+. '''After Certain Verbs''':
+* Он воли да игра. (On voli da igra.) - He loves to play.
+. '''With Modal Verbs''':
+* Могу да идем. (Mogu da idem.) - I can go.
+. '''In Commands or Requests''':
+* Побијте! (Pobijte!) - To win!
+. '''Expressing Purpose''':
+* Идем у школу да учим. (Idem u školu da učim.) - I go to school to learn.
+. '''With Negation''':
+* Не знам да пливам. (Ne znam da plivam.) - I don’t know how to swim.
+. '''To Express Future Intentions''':
+* Планирам да путујем. (Planiram da putujem.) - I plan to travel.
+. '''After Adjectives''':
+* Спреман сам да покушам. (Spreman sam da pokušam.) - I am ready to try.
+. '''In Conditional Sentences''':
+* Ако будем имао време, прочитаћу. (Ako budem imao vreme, pročitacu.) - If I have time, I will read.
+=== Practice Scenarios ===
+Now that you've learned about infinitives, it's time to practice! Here are some exercises to help you reinforce your understanding.
+==== Exercise 1: Identify the Infinitive ====
+Read the sentences below and underline the infinitives.
+. Она жели да пије воду.
+. Ми волимо да играмо фудбал.
+. Он не може да дође.
+. Хоћу да учим српски.
+. Они планирају да путују.
+'''Solution''':
+. пије
+. играмо
+. дође
+. учим
+. путују
+==== Exercise 2: Fill in the Blanks ====
+Complete the sentences with the correct infinitive form of the verb in parentheses.
+. Он __________ (читати) књигу.
+. Она __________ (играти) тенис сваког дана.
+. Ми __________ (путовати) у Србију.
+. Они __________ (радити) заједно.
+. Я __________ (хтети) да идем кући.
+'''Solution''':
+. чита
+. игра
+. путујемо
+. раде
+. хтела
+==== Exercise 3: Translate the Sentences ====
+Translate the following sentences into Serbian.
+. I want to learn Serbian.
+. Reading is my favorite hobby.
+. They can play football.
+. She plans to travel next year.
+. He loves to listen to music.
+'''Solution''':
+. Желим да учим српски.
+. Читање је мој омиљени хоби.
+. Они могу да играју фудбал.
+. Она планира да путује следеће године.
+. Он воли да слуша музику.
+==== Exercise 4: Create Your Own Sentences ====
+Write five sentences using infinitives in different contexts.
+'''Example Answers''':
+. Читати књиге је забавно.
+. Желим да пишем песме.
+. Они ће ићи у биоскоп.
+. Она не зна да пева.
-== Uses of Infinitives ==
+. Могу да трчим у парку.
-Infinitives in Serbian can be used in many ways. Here are some of the most common uses:
+==== Exercise 5: Choose the Correct Infinitive ====
-=== As a subject ===
+Choose the correct infinitive to complete the sentences.
-In Serbian, infinitives can function as the subject of a sentence. For example:
+. Он __________ (вести/вести) децу у школу.
-* <i>Raditi</i> je zdravo. (Working is healthy.)
+. Ми __________ (радити/радити) на пројекту.
-=== As a direct object ===
+. Она __________ (желети/желети) да купи нову хаљину.
-Infinitives can also act as a direct object of a verb:
+. Они __________ (путовати/путовати) у Европу.
-* Volim da <i>pevam</i> u karaokama. (I love to sing in karaoke.)
+. Она __________ (играти/играти) клавир.
-=== As indirect objects ===
+'''Solution''':
-Infinitives can be used as indirect objects of verbs, indicating the purpose or reason for the action:
+. води
-* Kupila sam novu haljinu da bih mogla <i>izgledati</i> lepo za rođendansku zabavu. (I bought a new dress to look nice at the birthday party.)
+. радимо
-=== With prepositions ===
+. жели
-Infinitives are often used with prepositions such as <i>za</i> (for), <i>od</i> (from), <i>do</i> (until):
+. путују
-* Kupila sam novu haljinu <i>za</i> rođendansku zabavu. (I bought a new dress for the birthday party.)
+. свира
-* Hvala ti <i>na</i> poseti. (Thank you for the visit.)
-== Conclusion ==
+==== Exercise 6: Match the Infinitives ====
-Infinitives are an essential part of Serbian grammar that allows speakers to express their ideas accurately. By using infinitives, students of Serbian can communicate more effectively and fluently. In this lesson, we have explored the concept of infinitives in Serbian and their various uses in different contexts. Keep practicing and don't be afraid to use infinitives in your Serbian conversations!
+Match the infinitives to their meanings.
-<span class='maj'></span>
+| Serbian Infinitive | English Meaning |
-==Sources==
-* [https://serbonika.com/blog/serbian-language/serbian-verbs-present-tense/ 3 Groups of Serbian Verbs: the Present Tense - Serbonika]
+|-------------------|----------------|
-* [https://slev.life/serbian-verbs 86 Top Serbian Verbs: Present & Past Tense Chart]
-* [https://serbonika.com/blog/serbian-language/future-tense-in-serbian-and-croatian/ All Shapes of the Future Tense in Serbian and Croatian Language ...]
+| читати            | to read        |
+| писати            | to write       |
+| говорити          | to speak       |
+| играти            | to play        |
+| радити            | to work        |
+'''Solution''':
+. читати - to read
+. писати - to write
+. говорити - to speak
+. играти - to play
+. радити - to work
+==== Exercise 7: Transform the Sentences ====
+Transform the following sentences by replacing the verb with its infinitive form.
+. Она чита књигу.
+. Они играју фудбал.
+. Ми слушамо музику.
+. Он пише писмо.
+. Она планира путовање.
+'''Solution''':
+. Она жели да чита књигу.
+. Они воле да играју фудбал.
+. Ми желимо да слушамо музику.
+. Он жели да пише писмо.
+. Она жели да планира путовање.
+==== Exercise 8: Negative Infinitives ====
+Convert the following sentences to use negative infinitives.
+. Он зна да плива.
+. Она може да дође.
+. Ми желимо да играмо.
+. Они планирају да путују.
+. Он жели да види.
+'''Solution''':
+. Он не зна да плива.
+. Она не може да дође.
+. Ми не желимо да играмо.
+. Они не планирају да путују.
+. Он не жели да види.
+==== Exercise 9: Verb Matching ====
+Match the verb with the corresponding infinitive.
+| Verb         | Infinitive     |
+|--------------|----------------|
+| идем         | __________     |
+| желим        | __________     |
+| могу         | __________     |
+| знам         | __________     |
+| хтела        | __________     |
+'''Solution''':
+. идем - ићи
+. желим - хтети
+. могу - моћи
+. знам - знати
+. хтела - хтети
+==== Exercise 10: Verb Conjugation ====
+Conjugate the following verbs in the present tense using the infinitive.
+. читати
+. писати
+. говорити
+. играти
+. радити
+'''Solution''':
+. читам, читаš, чита, читамо, читате, читају
+. пишем, пишеш, пише, пишемо, пишете, пишу
+. говорим, говориш, говори, говоримо, говорите, говоре
+. играм, играš, игра, играмо, играте, играју
+. радим, радиš, ради, радимо, радите, раде
+=== Conclusion ===
-* [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Infinitive Infinitive]
+Congratulations on completing this lesson on '''Serbian infinitives'''! You've gained a foundational understanding of how infinitives function in the Serbian language. Remember, practice makes perfect! Use the exercises above to solidify your knowledge, and soon you’ll be using infinitives with confidence.
+In our next lesson, we'll explore the '''future tense''' and how to express upcoming actions. Keep up the great work, and happy learning!
-<span link>Well done on mastering this lesson! Don't miss these related pages to expand your knowledge: [[Language/Serbian/Grammar/Conditional-Mood|Conditional Mood]] & [[Language/Serbian/Grammar/Comaratives-and-Superlatives|Comaratives and Superlatives]].</span>
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+==Sources==
+* [https://serbonika.com/blog/serbian-language/serbian-verbs-present-tense/ 3 Groups of Serbian Verbs: the Present Tense - Serbonika]
+* [https://slev.life/serbian-verbs 86 Top Serbian Verbs: Present & Past Tense Chart]
+* [https://serbonika.com/blog/serbian-language/future-tense-in-serbian-and-croatian/ All Shapes of the Future Tense in Serbian and Croatian Language ...]
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 * [[Language/Serbian/Grammar/Pronouns:-Personal-Pronouns|Pronouns: Personal Pronouns]]
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Difference between revisions of "Language/Serbian/Grammar/Verbs:-Infinitives"

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What is an Infinitive?[edit | edit source]

Importance of Infinitives in Serbian[edit | edit source]

Forming Infinitives in Serbian[edit | edit source]

Regular Infinitives[edit | edit source]

Irregular Infinitives[edit | edit source]

Using Infinitives in Sentences[edit | edit source]

Practice Scenarios[edit | edit source]

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

Exercise 2: Fill in the Blanks[edit | edit source]

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

Exercise 4: Create Your Own Sentences[edit | edit source]

Exercise 5: Choose the Correct Infinitive[edit | edit source]

Exercise 6: Match the Infinitives[edit | edit source]

Exercise 7: Transform the Sentences[edit | edit source]

Exercise 8: Negative Infinitives[edit | edit source]

Exercise 9: Verb Matching[edit | edit source]

Exercise 10: Verb Conjugation[edit | edit source]

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

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

Sources[edit | edit source]

Other Lessons[edit | edit source]

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