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Welcome to today's lesson on pronouns in the Marathi language! Understanding pronouns is essential as they allow us to communicate more effectively. They help us avoid repetition and make our sentences smoother and more engaging. In this lesson, we will explore the different types of pronouns used in Marathi, their forms, and how to use them appropriately in sentences. By the end of this lesson, you will have a solid grasp of Marathi pronouns and be able to use them in your daily conversations.


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== Introduction ==
=== What are Pronouns? ===
 
Pronouns are words that replace nouns in sentences. They can refer to people, objects, or things and help us avoid the redundancy of repeating the same nouns. In Marathi, just like in English, pronouns are essential for forming coherent sentences.
 
=== Types of Pronouns in Marathi ===


Welcome to the lesson on Marathi pronouns! Pronouns are an essential part of any language, including Marathi. They help us avoid repetition, make our sentences more concise, and add clarity to our communication. In this lesson, we will explore the different types of pronouns in Marathi, including subject, object, and possessive pronouns. We will learn how to use them in sentences and understand their role in Marathi grammar. So let's dive in and explore the fascinating world of Marathi pronouns!
In Marathi, pronouns can be categorized into different types based on their usage. The primary types of pronouns we will cover in this lesson include:


== Subject Pronouns ==
1. '''Personal Pronouns''' 


Subject pronouns are used to replace the subject of a sentence. They enable us to avoid repeating the subject's name or noun multiple times. In Marathi, subject pronouns are relatively straightforward. Let's take a look at the subject pronouns in Marathi:
2. '''Demonstrative Pronouns''' 
 
3. '''Interrogative Pronouns''' 
 
4. '''Reflexive Pronouns''' 
 
5. '''Indefinite Pronouns''' 
 
Let’s delve into each type with detailed explanations and examples.
 
== Personal Pronouns ==
 
Personal pronouns refer to specific people or things. In Marathi, these pronouns change based on the number (singular/plural) and the case (subject/object) of the noun they replace.
 
=== Table of Personal Pronouns ===


{| class="wikitable"
{| class="wikitable"
! Marathi !! Pronunciation !! English
! Marathi !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
|-
| माझा (mājhā) || maa-jhaa || I
 
| मी || || I
 
|-
|-
| आमचा (āmchā) || aam-chaa || We
 
| तुम्ही || tumhī || you (formal/plural)
 
|-
|-
| तुमचा (tumchā) || tum-chaa || You (singular)
 
| तो || || he
 
|-
|-
| तुमचं (tumchaṁ) || tum-cham || You (plural)
 
| ती || || she
 
|-
|-
| तुमचे (tumche) || tum-che || You (polite)
 
| ते || te || it (for neuter nouns)
 
|-
|-
| तू (tū) || too || You (informal)
 
| आपण || āpaṇ || we (inclusive)
 
|-
|-
| ती (tī) || tee || She
 
| आम्ही || āmhī || we (exclusive)
 
|-
|-
| तो (to) || to || He
 
|-
| ते || te || they
| ती (tī) || tee || It
 
|-
| ते (te) || te || They (masculine or mixed gender)
|-
| त्या (tyā) || tya || They (feminine)
|}
|}


Note that the subject pronouns in Marathi have specific forms for singular, plural, and polite forms of "you." This distinction is important in Marathi culture, where different levels of formality and respect are maintained through language. It is also interesting to observe that the pronouns for "he," "she," and "it" are the same in Marathi.
=== Usage of Personal Pronouns ===


Let's see these pronouns in action with some examples:
* '''Subject Form''': Used as the subject of a sentence.


* माझा नाव राम आहे. (Mājhā nāv Rām āhe.) - My name is Ram.
* Example: '''मी शाळेत जातो.''' (I go to school.)
* आमचं घर वेगळं आहे. (Āmcham ghar vegaḷam āhe.) - Our house is different.
* तुमचं वाढणं चांगलं आहे. (Tumcham vāḍhaṇam chāngalam āhe.) - Your growth is good.
* तू कसा आहेस? (Tū kasā āhes?) - How are you?
* ती आपल्या साथील आहे. (Tī āpalyā sāthīl āhe.) - She is our friend.
* तो माझा भाऊ आहे. (To mājhā bhāū āhe.) - He is my brother.
* ती आपलं घरपालक आहे. (Tī āplaṁ gharapālak āhe.) - It is our caretaker.
* ते आपल्या आईचं काम करतात. (Te āplāyā āīcham kām kartāt.) - They do our mother's work.
* त्या त्याच्या वडीलांना झोपता येतात. (Tyā tyācyā vaḍīlānnā jhopatā yetāt.) - They put their father to sleep.


== Object Pronouns ==
* '''Object Form''': Used as the object of a verb.


Object pronouns, as the name suggests, are used to replace the object of a sentence. They help us avoid repeating the object's name or noun and make our sentences more concise. Let's explore the object pronouns in Marathi:
* Example: '''तिने मला पुस्तक दिले.''' (She gave me a book.)
 
== Demonstrative Pronouns ==
 
Demonstrative pronouns are used to point to specific things. These pronouns indicate whether something is near or far.
 
=== Table of Demonstrative Pronouns ===


{| class="wikitable"
{| class="wikitable"
! Marathi !! Pronunciation !! English
! Marathi !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
|-
| माझा (mājhā) || maa-jhaa || Me
 
| हा || || this (masculine)
 
|-
|-
| आपला (āplā) || āp-laa || Us
 
| ही || || this (feminine)
 
|-
|-
| तुमचा (tumchā) || tum-chaa || You
 
| हे || he || this (neuter)
 
|-
|-
| तुमचं (tumchaṁ) || tum-cham || You
 
| तो || || that (masculine)
 
|-
|-
| तुमचे (tumche) || tum-che || You
 
| ती || || that (feminine)
 
|-
|-
| तुम्ही (tumhī) || tum-hee || You (polite)
 
|-
| ते || te || that (neuter)
| ती (tī) || tee || Her
 
|-
| तो (to) || to || Him
|-
| ती (tī) || tee || It
|-
| त्याला (tyālā) || tya-la || Them (masculine or mixed gender)
|-
| त्याला (tyālā) || tya-la || Them (feminine)
|}
|}


As with subject pronouns, object pronouns in Marathi also have singular, plural, and polite forms of "you." However, the pronouns for "he," "she," and "it" remain the same.
=== Usage of Demonstrative Pronouns ===


Let's see these pronouns in action with some examples:
* '''Indicating Proximity''':  


* मला घर जायला आवडेल. (Malā ghar jāyalā āvaḍel.) - I like going home.
* Example: '''हा पेन आहे.''' (This is a pen.)
* आपला गाडी दिली जाते. (Āplā gāḍī dilī jāte.) - They give us a car.
* तुम्हाला काय आवडेल? (Tumhālā kāy āvaḍel?) - What do you like?
* ती तुम्हाला प्रेम करते. (Tī tumhālā prem karte.) - She loves you.
* तो माझ्याशी बोलतो. (To mājhyāshī boltō.) - He talks to me.
* ती त्यांना देते. (Tī tyānnā dete.) - She gives it to them.
* तो आपल्या कामावर काहीही न करतो. (To āplyā kāmāvar kāhīhī na kartō.) - It does nothing for us.
* त्याला तुम्हाला विश्वास आहे. (Tyālā tumhālā viśvās āhe.) - They trust you.


== Possessive Pronouns ==
* '''Indicating Distance''':


Possessive pronouns indicate ownership or possession. They are used to replace nouns or noun phrases that show possession. In Marathi, possessive pronouns are formed by adding the appropriate suffix to the base pronoun. Let's take a look at the possessive pronouns in Marathi:
* Example: '''तो पुस्तक आहे.''' (That is a book.)
 
== Interrogative Pronouns ==
 
Interrogative pronouns are used to ask questions. They help in gathering information.
 
=== Table of Interrogative Pronouns ===


{| class="wikitable"
{| class="wikitable"
! Marathi !! Pronunciation !! English
! Marathi !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
|-
| माझा (mājhā) || maa-jhaa || Mine
 
| कोण || kōṇa || who
 
|-
|-
| आपला (āplā) || āp-laa || Ours
 
| काय || kāy || what
 
|-
|-
| तुमचा (tumchā) || tum-chaa || Yours
 
| कुठे || kuṭhe || where
 
|-
|-
| तुमचं (tumchaṁ) || tum-cham || Yours
 
| कधी || kadhī || when
 
|-
|-
| तुमचे (tumche) || tum-che || Yours
 
| कसा || kasā || how (masculine)
 
|-
|-
| त्याचा (tyāchā) || tyaa-chaa || His
 
| कशी || kashī || how (feminine)
 
|}
 
=== Usage of Interrogative Pronouns ===
 
* '''To inquire about people''':
 
* Example: '''कोण आला?''' (Who came?)
 
* '''To inquire about things''':
 
* Example: '''काय चालले आहे?''' (What is happening?)
 
== Reflexive Pronouns ==
 
Reflexive pronouns are used when the subject and the object of the verb are the same. In Marathi, they reflect back to the subject.
 
=== Table of Reflexive Pronouns ===
 
{| class="wikitable"
 
! Marathi !! Pronunciation !! English
 
|-
|-
| तिचा (tichā) || tee-chaa || Hers
 
| स्वतः || svataḥ || self
 
|}
 
=== Usage of Reflexive Pronouns ===
 
* '''To indicate actions done by oneself''':
 
* Example: '''तो स्वतःला पाहतो.''' (He sees himself.)
 
== Indefinite Pronouns ==
 
Indefinite pronouns refer to non-specific people or things. They are useful when we do not want to specify who or what we are talking about.
 
=== Table of Indefinite Pronouns ===
 
{| class="wikitable"
 
! Marathi !! Pronunciation !! English
 
|-
|-
| त्याचं (tyāchaṁ) || tyaa-cham || Its
 
| काही || kāhī || some
 
|-
|-
| त्याचं (tyāchaṁ) || tyaa-cham || Theirs (masculine or mixed gender)
 
| कोणी || kōṇī || anyone
 
|-
|-
| त्याचं (tyāchaṁ) || tyaa-cham || Theirs (feminine)
 
| सर्व || sarva || all
 
|}
|}


Let's see these pronouns in action with some examples:
=== Usage of Indefinite Pronouns ===
 
* '''To talk about unspecified quantities''':
 
* Example: '''काही लोक आले.''' (Some people came.)
 
* '''To refer to people in general''':
 
* Example: '''कोणीही येऊ शकतो.''' (Anyone can come.)
 
== Practice Exercises ==
 
Now that you have a solid understanding of Marathi pronouns, let’s put your knowledge into practice!
 
=== Exercise 1: Identify the Pronoun ===
 
Read the following sentences and identify the pronouns used.
 
1. मी शाळेत जातो. 
 
2. तो पुस्तक वाचतो. 
 
3. ती गाणं गाते. 
 
4. ते खेळत आहेत.
 
=== Exercise 2: Fill in the Blanks ===
 
Fill in the blanks with the appropriate pronouns:
 
1. _____ (I) शाळेत जातो.
 
2. _____ (you) खूप चांगले आहात.
 
3. _____ (he) माझा मित्र आहे.
 
4. _____ (they) काम करत आहेत.
 
=== Exercise 3: Translate to Marathi ===
 
Translate the following sentences to Marathi using the correct pronouns:
 
1. She is my sister.
 
2. They are playing.
 
3. I have a book.
 
4. You are my friend.
 
=== Exercise 4: Create Sentences ===
 
Create sentences using the following pronouns:
 
1. मी (I)
 
2. तुमी (you)
 
3. तो (he)
 
4. ती (she)
 
=== Exercise 5: Match the Pronouns ===
 
Match the Marathi pronouns with their English counterparts:
 
1. हा 
 
2. ती 
 
3. कोण 
 
4. काही 
 
=== Exercise 6: Rewrite the Sentences ===
 
Rewrite the following sentences by replacing the nouns with appropriate pronouns:
 
1. '''संगीत आणि मी गप्पा मारत आहोत.''' 
 
2. '''सुरेशने शाळेतील सर्व मित्रांना बोलावले.'''
 
=== Exercise 7: Question Formation ===
 
Form questions using the interrogative pronouns:
 
1. _____ (who) is coming?
 
2. _____ (what) are you doing?
 
3. _____ (where) is my book?
 
=== Exercise 8: Identify the Type of Pronoun ===
 
Identify the type of pronoun used in the following sentences:
 
1. '''हा माझा मित्र आहे.''' 
 
2. '''काही लोक शालेत आहेत.''' 
 
3. '''कोण आला?''' 
 
=== Exercise 9: Translate the Sentences ===
 
Translate the following sentences into English:
 
1. ती शाळेत जाते. 
 
2. ते काम करत आहेत. 
 
3. तो स्वतःला पाहतो. 
 
=== Exercise 10: Create a Dialogue ===
 
Write a short dialogue between two friends using at least five different pronouns.
 
== Answers to Exercises ==
 
=== Answer to Exercise 1 ===
 
1. मी (I) 
 
2. तो (he) 
 
3. ती (she) 
 
4. ते (they) 
 
=== Answer to Exercise 2 ===
 
1. मी 
 
2. तुम्ही 
 
3. तो 
 
4. ते 
 
=== Answer to Exercise 3 ===
 
1. ती माझी बहीण आहे. 
 
2. ते खेळत आहेत. 
 
3. माझ्याकडे एक पुस्तक आहे. 
 
4. तुम्ही माझे मित्र आहात. 
 
=== Answer to Exercise 4 ===


* या पेन्सिलचं माझं आहे. (Yā pensilacham mājhaṁ āhe.) - This pencil is mine.
1. '''मी''' शाळेत जातो.
* ही आपली पुस्तक आहे. (Hī āplī pustak āhe.) - This book is ours.
* तुमचं घर सुंदर आहे. (Tumcham ghar sundar āhe.) - Your house is beautiful.
* तुमचं आवाज आवडतो. (Tumcham āvāj āvaḍato.) - I like your voice.
* त्याचं कपाल दुसऱ्यांचं आहे. (Tyācham kapāl dusṛyāncham āhe.) - His hair belongs to someone else.
* तिचं मोठं स्नेह आहे. (Ticham moṭham sneh āhe.) - Her love is immense.
* त्याचं प्रोजेक्ट यशस्वी झालं. (Tyācham projekṭa yaśasvī jhālaṁ.) - Its project was successful.
* त्यांचं घर विदेशात आहे. (Tyāncham ghar videśāt āhe.) - Their house is abroad.


== Cultural Insight ==
2. '''तुम्ही''' खूप चांगले आहात. 


In Marathi culture, language plays a significant role in expressing respect and maintaining social hierarchies. The distinction between singular and plural forms of "you" (तुमचा, तुमचं, तुमचे) is a reflection of this cultural value. It is crucial to address someone appropriately based on their age, social status, or relationship with you. Using the wrong form of address can be seen as disrespectful or rude.
3. '''तो''' माझा मित्र आहे.


Additionally, Marathi pronouns also reflect the gender-neutral nature of the language. The pronouns for "he," "she," and "it" (ती, तो) are the same, highlighting the language's inclusivity and lack of gender bias.
4. '''ती''' गाणं गाते.


== Exercise ==
=== Answer to Exercise 5 ===


Now it's time to practice using Marathi pronouns in sentences. Choose the correct pronoun from the given options to complete each sentence:
1. हा - this 


1. तुम्हाला/तुम्ही/तुम्हांना घर जायला आवडेल.
2. ती - that 
2. तो/ती/तीने त्यांना पत्र लिहिले.
3. त्याला/त्यांना/त्याचं आवाज आवडतो.
4. मला/माझा/माझ्याशी बोला.
5. आपलं/तुमचं/त्यांचं घर सुंदर आहे.


Solutions:
3. कोण - who 
1. तुम्हाला
2. तो
3. त्याला
4. माझा
5. त्यांचं


== Conclusion ==
4. काही - some 


Congratulations! You have completed the lesson on Marathi pronouns. In this lesson, we learned about subject pronouns, object pronouns, and possessive pronouns in Marathi. We explored their usage in sentences and how they help us communicate more effectively. We also gained insights into the cultural significance of language and the gender-neutral nature of Marathi pronouns. Keep practicing and incorporating these pronouns into your conversations to improve your Marathi skills. Happy learning!
=== Answer to Exercise 6 ===
 
1. '''मी गप्पा मारत आहे.''' 
 
2. '''त्याने सर्व मित्रांना बोलावले.''' 
 
=== Answer to Exercise 7 ===
 
1. '''कोण येत आहे?''' 
 
2. '''तू काय करत आहेस?''' 
 
3. '''माझं पुस्तक कुठे आहे?''' 
 
=== Answer to Exercise 8 ===
 
1. Demonstrative pronoun 
 
2. Indefinite pronoun 
 
3. Interrogative pronoun 
 
=== Answer to Exercise 9 ===
 
1. She goes to school. 
 
2. They are working. 
 
3. He sees himself. 
 
=== Answer to Exercise 10 ===
 
(Students will provide their own dialogues; feedback can be provided by the teacher.)
 
By practicing these exercises, you will solidify your understanding of Marathi pronouns and be more confident in using them in conversation!
 
As we conclude this lesson on pronouns, remember that these little words pack a big punch! They enhance our communication and help convey our thoughts clearly. Keep practicing, and soon you’ll find yourself using Marathi pronouns like a pro!


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Welcome to today's lesson on pronouns in the Marathi language! Understanding pronouns is essential as they allow us to communicate more effectively. They help us avoid repetition and make our sentences smoother and more engaging. In this lesson, we will explore the different types of pronouns used in Marathi, their forms, and how to use them appropriately in sentences. By the end of this lesson, you will have a solid grasp of Marathi pronouns and be able to use them in your daily conversations.

What are Pronouns?[edit | edit source]

Pronouns are words that replace nouns in sentences. They can refer to people, objects, or things and help us avoid the redundancy of repeating the same nouns. In Marathi, just like in English, pronouns are essential for forming coherent sentences.

Types of Pronouns in Marathi[edit | edit source]

In Marathi, pronouns can be categorized into different types based on their usage. The primary types of pronouns we will cover in this lesson include:

1. Personal Pronouns

2. Demonstrative Pronouns

3. Interrogative Pronouns

4. Reflexive Pronouns

5. Indefinite Pronouns

Let’s delve into each type with detailed explanations and examples.

Personal Pronouns[edit | edit source]

Personal pronouns refer to specific people or things. In Marathi, these pronouns change based on the number (singular/plural) and the case (subject/object) of the noun they replace.

Table of Personal Pronouns[edit | edit source]

Marathi Pronunciation English
मी I
तुम्ही tumhī you (formal/plural)
तो he
ती she
ते te it (for neuter nouns)
आपण āpaṇ we (inclusive)
आम्ही āmhī we (exclusive)
ते te they

Usage of Personal Pronouns[edit | edit source]

  • Subject Form: Used as the subject of a sentence.
  • Example: मी शाळेत जातो. (I go to school.)
  • Object Form: Used as the object of a verb.
  • Example: तिने मला पुस्तक दिले. (She gave me a book.)

Demonstrative Pronouns[edit | edit source]

Demonstrative pronouns are used to point to specific things. These pronouns indicate whether something is near or far.

Table of Demonstrative Pronouns[edit | edit source]

Marathi Pronunciation English
हा this (masculine)
ही this (feminine)
हे he this (neuter)
तो that (masculine)
ती that (feminine)
ते te that (neuter)

Usage of Demonstrative Pronouns[edit | edit source]

  • Indicating Proximity:
  • Example: हा पेन आहे. (This is a pen.)
  • Indicating Distance:
  • Example: तो पुस्तक आहे. (That is a book.)

Interrogative Pronouns[edit | edit source]

Interrogative pronouns are used to ask questions. They help in gathering information.

Table of Interrogative Pronouns[edit | edit source]

Marathi Pronunciation English
कोण kōṇa who
काय kāy what
कुठे kuṭhe where
कधी kadhī when
कसा kasā how (masculine)
कशी kashī how (feminine)

Usage of Interrogative Pronouns[edit | edit source]

  • To inquire about people:
  • Example: कोण आला? (Who came?)
  • To inquire about things:
  • Example: काय चालले आहे? (What is happening?)

Reflexive Pronouns[edit | edit source]

Reflexive pronouns are used when the subject and the object of the verb are the same. In Marathi, they reflect back to the subject.

Table of Reflexive Pronouns[edit | edit source]

Marathi Pronunciation English
स्वतः svataḥ self

Usage of Reflexive Pronouns[edit | edit source]

  • To indicate actions done by oneself:
  • Example: तो स्वतःला पाहतो. (He sees himself.)

Indefinite Pronouns[edit | edit source]

Indefinite pronouns refer to non-specific people or things. They are useful when we do not want to specify who or what we are talking about.

Table of Indefinite Pronouns[edit | edit source]

Marathi Pronunciation English
काही kāhī some
कोणी kōṇī anyone
सर्व sarva all

Usage of Indefinite Pronouns[edit | edit source]

  • To talk about unspecified quantities:
  • Example: काही लोक आले. (Some people came.)
  • To refer to people in general:
  • Example: कोणीही येऊ शकतो. (Anyone can come.)

Practice Exercises[edit | edit source]

Now that you have a solid understanding of Marathi pronouns, let’s put your knowledge into practice!

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

Read the following sentences and identify the pronouns used.

1. मी शाळेत जातो.

2. तो पुस्तक वाचतो.

3. ती गाणं गाते.

4. ते खेळत आहेत.

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

Fill in the blanks with the appropriate pronouns:

1. _____ (I) शाळेत जातो.

2. _____ (you) खूप चांगले आहात.

3. _____ (he) माझा मित्र आहे.

4. _____ (they) काम करत आहेत.

Exercise 3: Translate to Marathi[edit | edit source]

Translate the following sentences to Marathi using the correct pronouns:

1. She is my sister.

2. They are playing.

3. I have a book.

4. You are my friend.

Exercise 4: Create Sentences[edit | edit source]

Create sentences using the following pronouns:

1. मी (I)

2. तुमी (you)

3. तो (he)

4. ती (she)

Exercise 5: Match the Pronouns[edit | edit source]

Match the Marathi pronouns with their English counterparts:

1. हा

2. ती

3. कोण

4. काही

Exercise 6: Rewrite the Sentences[edit | edit source]

Rewrite the following sentences by replacing the nouns with appropriate pronouns:

1. संगीत आणि मी गप्पा मारत आहोत.

2. सुरेशने शाळेतील सर्व मित्रांना बोलावले.

Exercise 7: Question Formation[edit | edit source]

Form questions using the interrogative pronouns:

1. _____ (who) is coming?

2. _____ (what) are you doing?

3. _____ (where) is my book?

Exercise 8: Identify the Type of Pronoun[edit | edit source]

Identify the type of pronoun used in the following sentences:

1. हा माझा मित्र आहे.

2. काही लोक शालेत आहेत.

3. कोण आला?

Exercise 9: Translate the Sentences[edit | edit source]

Translate the following sentences into English:

1. ती शाळेत जाते.

2. ते काम करत आहेत.

3. तो स्वतःला पाहतो.

Exercise 10: Create a Dialogue[edit | edit source]

Write a short dialogue between two friends using at least five different pronouns.

Answers to Exercises[edit | edit source]

Answer to Exercise 1[edit | edit source]

1. मी (I)

2. तो (he)

3. ती (she)

4. ते (they)

Answer to Exercise 2[edit | edit source]

1. मी

2. तुम्ही

3. तो

4. ते

Answer to Exercise 3[edit | edit source]

1. ती माझी बहीण आहे.

2. ते खेळत आहेत.

3. माझ्याकडे एक पुस्तक आहे.

4. तुम्ही माझे मित्र आहात.

Answer to Exercise 4[edit | edit source]

1. मी शाळेत जातो.

2. तुम्ही खूप चांगले आहात.

3. तो माझा मित्र आहे.

4. ती गाणं गाते.

Answer to Exercise 5[edit | edit source]

1. हा - this

2. ती - that

3. कोण - who

4. काही - some

Answer to Exercise 6[edit | edit source]

1. मी गप्पा मारत आहे.

2. त्याने सर्व मित्रांना बोलावले.

Answer to Exercise 7[edit | edit source]

1. कोण येत आहे?

2. तू काय करत आहेस?

3. माझं पुस्तक कुठे आहे?

Answer to Exercise 8[edit | edit source]

1. Demonstrative pronoun

2. Indefinite pronoun

3. Interrogative pronoun

Answer to Exercise 9[edit | edit source]

1. She goes to school.

2. They are working.

3. He sees himself.

Answer to Exercise 10[edit | edit source]

(Students will provide their own dialogues; feedback can be provided by the teacher.)

By practicing these exercises, you will solidify your understanding of Marathi pronouns and be more confident in using them in conversation!

As we conclude this lesson on pronouns, remember that these little words pack a big punch! They enhance our communication and help convey our thoughts clearly. Keep practicing, and soon you’ll find yourself using Marathi pronouns like a pro!

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


Basic Greetings and Introductions


Basic Sentence Structure


Numbers and Time


Nouns and Pronouns


Common Verbs and Adjectives


Questions and Answers


Food and Dining


Marathi Festivals and Traditions


Travel and Transportation


Prepositions and Conjunctions


Family and Relationships


Marathi Literature and Cinema

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