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Introduction[edit | edit source]

In this lesson, we will dive into the world of Czech demonstrative pronouns. Demonstrative pronouns are an essential part of the Czech language as they allow us to point out specific objects or people. By using these pronouns, we can indicate the proximity of the noun we are referring to. Whether it is "this" or "that," demonstrative pronouns help us communicate effectively in daily conversations. In this lesson, we will explore the different forms and usage of demonstrative pronouns in Czech. So let's get started!

Forms of Demonstrative Pronouns[edit | edit source]

Czech demonstrative pronouns have four different forms, each indicating a different degree of proximity. These forms are:

1. **Ten (this)** - used to refer to something close to the speaker. 2. **Tamten (that)** - used to refer to something farther away from the speaker but still within sight. 3. **Tento (this)** - used to refer to something closer to the listener. 4. **Tamhle (that)** - used to refer to something farther away from both the speaker and the listener.

It is important to note that these forms change based on the gender, number, and case of the noun they are referring to. Let's explore each form in more detail.

Ten (this)[edit | edit source]

The form "ten" is used to refer to something close to the speaker. It has different forms depending on the gender, number, and case of the noun it modifies. Let's take a look at some examples:

Czech	Pronunciation	English
ten stůl	/tɛn stuːl/	this table
tato kniha	/taːto kniha/	this book
to auto	/to ˈauto/	this car

In the examples above, we can see that the form "ten" changes to "tato" when modifying a feminine noun and to "to" when modifying a neuter noun. The adjective following the demonstrative pronoun also agrees in gender, number, and case with the noun it modifies.

Tamten (that)[edit | edit source]

The form "tamten" is used to refer to something farther away from the speaker but still within sight. Similar to "ten," it also changes based on the gender, number, and case of the noun it modifies. Let's look at some examples:

Czech	Pronunciation	English
tamten dům	/ˈtamtɛn duːm/	that house
tamta ulice	/ˈtamta ˈulɪt͡sɛ/	that street
tamto zvíře	/ˈtamto ˈzviːr̝ɛ/	that animal

In the examples above, we can see that "tamten" changes to "tamta" when modifying a feminine noun and to "tamto" when modifying a neuter noun. Again, the adjective following the demonstrative pronoun agrees in gender, number, and case with the noun it modifies.

Tento (this)[edit | edit source]

The form "tento" is used to refer to something closer to the listener. It also changes based on the gender, number, and case of the noun it modifies. Let's take a look at some examples:

Czech	Pronunciation	English
tento dům	/ˈtɛnto duːm/	this house
tato ulice	/ˈtaːto ˈulɪt͡sɛ/	this street
toto zvíře	/ˈtoto ˈzviːr̝ɛ/	this animal

Similar to "ten" and "tamten," the form "tento" changes to "tato" when modifying a feminine noun and to "toto" when modifying a neuter noun. Again, the adjective following the demonstrative pronoun agrees in gender, number, and case with the noun it modifies.

Tamhle (that)[edit | edit source]

The form "tamhle" is used to refer to something farther away from both the speaker and the listener. Let's look at some examples:

Czech	Pronunciation	English
tamhle dům	/ˈtamɦlɛ duːm/	that house (over there)
tamhle ulice	/ˈtamɦlɛ ˈulɪt͡sɛ/	that street (over there)
tamhle zvíře	/ˈtamɦlɛ ˈzviːr̝ɛ/	that animal (over there)

In the examples above, we can see that "tamhle" is used to indicate something farther away. Again, the adjective following the demonstrative pronoun agrees in gender, number, and case with the noun it modifies.

Cultural Insights[edit | edit source]

In different regions of the Czech Republic, there may be slight variations in the usage and understanding of demonstrative pronouns. For example, in some dialects, the form "tamten" may be used instead of "ten" to refer to something close to the speaker. These regional variations add richness to the language and provide interesting insights into the cultural diversity within the Czech Republic.

Historically, Czech has evolved from the Proto-Slavic language, which had a complex system of demonstrative pronouns. Over time, the language simplified, and the current forms of demonstrative pronouns emerged. Understanding the historical development of the language helps us appreciate the evolution of Czech grammar and its connection to other Slavic languages.

Practice Exercises[edit | edit source]

Now, let's practice using demonstrative pronouns in various contexts. Choose the correct form of the demonstrative pronoun to complete each sentence.

1. Mám rád(a) ______ knihy. (I like these books.) 2. ______ auto je nové. (That car is new.) 3. ______ dům je velký. (This house is big.) 4. ______ zvíře je roztomilé. (That animal is cute.) 5. ______ ulice je rušná. (This street is busy.) 6. ______ stůl je starý. (That table is old.) 7. ______ kniha je zajímavá. (This book is interesting.)

Solutions: 1. Mám rád(a) ty knihy. 2. Tamto auto je nové. 3. Tento dům je velký. 4. Tamto zvíře je roztomilé. 5. Tato ulice je rušná. 6. Ten stůl je starý. 7. Tato kniha je zajímavá.

Summary[edit | edit source]

In this lesson, we have explored the different forms and usage of Czech demonstrative pronouns. We learned that Czech demonstrative pronouns have four forms: "ten," "tamten," "tento," and "tamhle," each indicating a different degree of proximity. We also discovered that these forms change based on the gender, number, and case of the noun they modify. Moreover, we gained cultural insights into regional variations in the usage of demonstrative pronouns and the historical development of the Czech language.

By mastering demonstrative pronouns, you will be able to accurately point out specific objects or people in Czech conversations. Practice using them in various contexts to further enhance your understanding and fluency in the language.

Congratulations on completing this lesson! Keep up the great work, and soon you will be well on your way to becoming proficient in Czech!

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

Course Presentation

Alphabet and Pronunciation

Nouns and Pronouns

Verbs

Adjectives and Adverbs

Greetings and Introductions

At the Restaurant

Daily Life

History and Traditions

Art and Heritage

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+== Introduction ==
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+In this lesson, we will dive into the world of Czech demonstrative pronouns. Demonstrative pronouns are an essential part of the Czech language as they allow us to point out specific objects or people. By using these pronouns, we can indicate the proximity of the noun we are referring to. Whether it is "this" or "that," demonstrative pronouns help us communicate effectively in daily conversations. In this lesson, we will explore the different forms and usage of demonstrative pronouns in Czech. So let's get started!
-__TOC__
+== Forms of Demonstrative Pronouns ==
+Czech demonstrative pronouns have four different forms, each indicating a different degree of proximity. These forms are:
+. **Ten (this)** - used to refer to something close to the speaker.
+. **Tamten (that)** - used to refer to something farther away from the speaker but still within sight.
+. **Tento (this)** - used to refer to something closer to the listener.
+. **Tamhle (that)** - used to refer to something farther away from both the speaker and the listener.
-As a Czech language teacher with over 20 years of experience, I know that learning a new language can be tough, but with the right approach, anyone can learn Czech. In this lesson, we will discuss demonstrative pronouns, which are used to point out objects or people. By the end of this lesson, you will be able to confidently use demonstrative pronouns in everyday conversations.
+It is important to note that these forms change based on the gender, number, and case of the noun they are referring to. Let's explore each form in more detail.
+=== Ten (this) ===
-<span link>Don't miss the chance to check out these pages as you wrap up this lesson: [[Language/Czech/Grammar/Present-Continuous-in-Czech|Present Continuous in Czech]] & [[Language/Czech/Grammar/Present-Tense|Present Tense]].</span>
+The form "ten" is used to refer to something close to the speaker. It has different forms depending on the gender, number, and case of the noun it modifies. Let's take a look at some examples:
-== What are Demonstrative Pronouns ==
-Demonstrative pronouns are words that are used to indicate or point to specific people, objects, or places. In Czech, there are three types of demonstrative pronouns - tady, tam, and ten. They all have different meanings and uses.
+{| class="wikitable"
+! Czech !! Pronunciation !! English
+|-
+| ten stůl || /tɛn stuːl/ || this table
+|-
+| tato kniha || /taːto kniha/ || this book
+|-
+| to auto || /to ˈauto/ || this car
+|}
-* Tady means "here" and is used to refer to something close to the speaker.
+In the examples above, we can see that the form "ten" changes to "tato" when modifying a feminine noun and to "to" when modifying a neuter noun. The adjective following the demonstrative pronoun also agrees in gender, number, and case with the noun it modifies.
-* Tam means "there" and is used to refer to something farther away from the speaker.
-* Ten means "that" and is used to refer to something specific.
-Demonstrative pronouns in Czech decline like nouns, meaning their form changes depending on gender, number, and case.
+=== Tamten (that) ===
-Here is an example of how to decline Tady, Tam, and Ten:
+The form "tamten" is used to refer to something farther away from the speaker but still within sight. Similar to "ten," it also changes based on the gender, number, and case of the noun it modifies. Let's look at some examples:
 {| class="wikitable"
 ! Czech !! Pronunciation !! English
 |-
-| tady  || tah-dee || here
+| tamten dům || /ˈtamtɛn duːm/ || that house
 |-
-| tam  || tahm || there
+| tamta ulice || /ˈtamta ˈulɪt͡sɛ/ || that street
 |-
-| ten  || tehn || that
+| tamto zvíře || /ˈtamto ˈzviːr̝ɛ/ || that animal
 |}
-== Using Demonstrative Pronouns ==
+In the examples above, we can see that "tamten" changes to "tamta" when modifying a feminine noun and to "tamto" when modifying a neuter noun. Again, the adjective following the demonstrative pronoun agrees in gender, number, and case with the noun it modifies.
-Demonstrative pronouns are used much like they are in English. You can use them when pointing out something in particular, like an object or a person.
+=== Tento (this) ===
-Here are some examples of how to use demonstrative pronouns in Czech:
+The form "tento" is used to refer to something closer to the listener. It also changes based on the gender, number, and case of the noun it modifies. Let's take a look at some examples:
-* Tady je můj kávovar. (Here is my coffee maker.)
+{| class="wikitable"
-* Tam je moje kancelář. (There is my office.)
+! Czech !! Pronunciation !! English
-* Ten psík je tak roztomilý! (That puppy is so cute!)
+|-
+| tento dům || /ˈtɛnto duːm/ || this house
+|-
+| tato ulice || /ˈtaːto ˈulɪt͡sɛ/ || this street
+|-
+| toto zvíře || /ˈtoto ˈzviːr̝ɛ/ || this animal
+|}
-Remember, demonstrative pronouns must be declined appropriately according to gender, number, and case.
+Similar to "ten" and "tamten," the form "tento" changes to "tato" when modifying a feminine noun and to "toto" when modifying a neuter noun. Again, the adjective following the demonstrative pronoun agrees in gender, number, and case with the noun it modifies.
-Here is a chart of how the demonstrative pronouns decline:
+=== Tamhle (that) ===
+The form "tamhle" is used to refer to something farther away from both the speaker and the listener. Let's look at some examples:
 {| class="wikitable"
-!  !! singular !! plural
+! Czech !! Pronunciation !! English
 |-
-! masculine
+| tamhle dům || /ˈtamɦlɛ duːm/ || that house (over there)
-| ten || tito
 |-
-! feminine
+| tamhle ulice || /ˈtamɦlɛ ˈulɪt͡sɛ/ || that street (over there)
-| ta || tyto
 |-
-! neuter
+| tamhle zvíře || /ˈtamɦlɛ ˈzviːr̝ɛ/ || that animal (over there)
-| to || ta
 |}
-== Practice ==
+In the examples above, we can see that "tamhle" is used to indicate something farther away. Again, the adjective following the demonstrative pronoun agrees in gender, number, and case with the noun it modifies.
-To practice using demonstrative pronouns, complete the following sentences using the correct form of tady, tam or ten:
+== Cultural Insights ==
-# _____ je můj obchod. (There is my shop.)
+In different regions of the Czech Republic, there may be slight variations in the usage and understanding of demonstrative pronouns. For example, in some dialects, the form "tamten" may be used instead of "ten" to refer to something close to the speaker. These regional variations add richness to the language and provide interesting insights into the cultural diversity within the Czech Republic.
-# _____ pes je můj oblíbený. (____ dog is my favorite.)
-# _____ kočka je tak kouzelná. (____ cat is so charming.)
-# Mám hlad. Dáš mi _____ jablko? (I'm hungry. Will you give me _____ apple?)
-Answers:
+Historically, Czech has evolved from the Proto-Slavic language, which had a complex system of demonstrative pronouns. Over time, the language simplified, and the current forms of demonstrative pronouns emerged. Understanding the historical development of the language helps us appreciate the evolution of Czech grammar and its connection to other Slavic languages.
-# Tam je můj obchod. (There is my shop.)
+== Practice Exercises ==
-# Ten pes je můj oblíbený. (That dog is my favorite.)
-# Ta kočka je tak kouzelná. (That cat is so charming.)
-# Tady - jedno - (I'm hungry. Will you give me that apple?)
-== Conclusion ==
+Now, let's practice using demonstrative pronouns in various contexts. Choose the correct form of the demonstrative pronoun to complete each sentence.
-In conclusion, demonstrative pronouns are an essential part of Czech grammar. They allow you to point out objects and people, making your communication more precise and clear. Now that you know how to use them, I encourage you to practice using them in your daily life. Good luck!
+. Mám rád(a) ______ knihy. (I like these books.)
+. ______ auto je nové. (That car is new.)
+. ______ dům je velký. (This house is big.)
+. ______ zvíře je roztomilé. (That animal is cute.)
+. ______ ulice je rušná. (This street is busy.)
+. ______ stůl je starý. (That table is old.)
+. ______ kniha je zajímavá. (This book is interesting.)
-<span class='maj'></span>
+'''Solutions:'''
-==Sources==
+. Mám rád(a) '''ty''' knihy.
-* [https://en.wikiversity.org/wiki/Czech_Language/Pronouns Czech Language/Pronouns - Wikiversity]
+. '''Tamto''' auto je nové.
-* [https://www.locallingo.com/czech/grammar/pronouns.html Czech pronouns - personal, demonstrative, possessive]
+. '''Tento''' dům je velký.
-* [https://duolingo.fandom.com/wiki/Czech_Skill:Demonstratives Czech Skill:Demonstratives | Duolingo Wiki | Fandom]
+. '''Tamto''' zvíře je roztomilé.
-* [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Czech_declension Czech declension - Wikipedia]
+. '''Tato''' ulice je rušná.
+. '''Ten''' stůl je starý.
+. '''Tato''' kniha je zajímavá.
+== Summary ==
+In this lesson, we have explored the different forms and usage of Czech demonstrative pronouns. We learned that Czech demonstrative pronouns have four forms: "ten," "tamten," "tento," and "tamhle," each indicating a different degree of proximity. We also discovered that these forms change based on the gender, number, and case of the noun they modify. Moreover, we gained cultural insights into regional variations in the usage of demonstrative pronouns and the historical development of the Czech language.
+By mastering demonstrative pronouns, you will be able to accurately point out specific objects or people in Czech conversations. Practice using them in various contexts to further enhance your understanding and fluency in the language.
+Congratulations on completing this lesson! Keep up the great work, and soon you will be well on your way to becoming proficient in Czech!
-<span link>Congratulations on finishing this lesson! Explore these related pages to keep learning: [[Language/Czech/Grammar/Gender-of-nouns|Gender of nouns]] & [[Language/Czech/Grammar/Plural|Plural]].</span>
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+|keywords=Czech grammar, Czech language, Czech course, Czech demonstrative pronouns
-|description=In this lesson, you will learn about demonstrative pronouns in Czech and how to use them to point out objects or people.
+|description=In this lesson, you will learn about Czech demonstrative pronouns and how to use them to point out objects or people. Explore the different forms and usage of demonstrative pronouns, and gain cultural insights along the way.
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+==Sources==
+* [https://en.wikiversity.org/wiki/Czech_Language/Pronouns Czech Language/Pronouns - Wikiversity]
+* [https://www.locallingo.com/czech/grammar/pronouns.html Czech pronouns - personal, demonstrative, possessive]
+* [https://duolingo.fandom.com/wiki/Czech_Skill:Demonstratives Czech Skill:Demonstratives | Duolingo Wiki | Fandom]
+* [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Czech_declension Czech declension - Wikipedia]
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