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Revision as of 21:45, 18 March 2023
As a Wolof language teacher with 20 years of experience, I am pleased to introduce you to the world of Wolof verbs. In this lesson, we will focus on how to conjugate verbs in the present tense.
As a beginner, it is important to master the basics before moving on to more advanced topics. Understanding how to conjugate verbs is essential to speaking Wolof fluently. But don't be intimidated, with practice and dedication, you will master verb conjugation in no time. So, let's get started!
Conjugating Verbs in the Present Tense
In Wolof, verbs change depending on the subject of the sentence. To conjugate verbs in the present tense, you need to take the root of the verb and add the appropriate personal pronoun ending.
Let's take the verb "nopp" (to stand) as an example:
Wolof | Pronunciation | English |
---|---|---|
Mo nopp | Mo nop | I stand |
Ma nopp | Ma nop | You stand (singular) |
Yi nopp | Yi nop | He/She/It stands |
Nu nopp | Nu nop | We stand |
Nu jëf | Nu jef | You stand (plural) |
Yéen nopp | Yeen nop | They stand |
As you can see, the personal pronoun ending changes depending on the subject of the sentence. Make sure you have memorized the personal pronouns in Wolof before you start conjugating verbs.
Here is a list of some common verbs and their conjugations in the present tense:
- "def" (to eat)
Wolof | Pronunciation | English |
---|---|---|
Mo def | Mo def | I eat |
Ma def | Ma def | You eat (singular) |
Yi def | Yi def | He/She/It eats |
Nu def | Nu def | We eat |
Nu jëf | Nu jef | You eat (plural) |
Yéen def | Yeen def | They eat |
- "ñëbb" (to drink)
Wolof | Pronunciation | English |
---|---|---|
Mo ñëbb | Mo nyeb | I drink |
Ma ñëbb | Ma nyeb | You drink (singular) |
Yi ñëbb | Yi nyeb | He/She/It drinks |
Nu ñëbb | Nu nyeb | We drink |
Nu jëf ñëbb | Nu jef nyeb | You drink (plural) |
Yéen ñëbb | Yeen nyeb | They drink |
- "xam" (to know)
Wolof | Pronunciation | English |
---|---|---|
Mo xam | Mo khahm | I know |
Ma xam | Ma khahm | You know (singular) |
Yi xam | Yi khahm | He/She/It knows |
Nu xam | Nu khahm | We know |
Nu jëf xam | Nu jef khahm | You know (plural) |
Yéen xam | Yeen khahm | They know |
Now it's your turn! Practice conjugating verbs using different personal pronouns until it becomes second nature. You can find a list of common verbs online or in a Wolof verb book.
Tips and Tricks
Here are some tips and tricks to keep in mind while conjugating verbs:
- Remember to use the appropriate personal pronoun ending for the subject of the sentence.
- Pay attention to the root of the verb.
- Practice, practice, practice! The more you conjugate verbs, the easier it becomes.
Conclusion
Congratulations! You have taken the first step towards mastering Wolof verbs. In this lesson, we covered how to conjugate verbs in the present tense. Remember to practice often and don't be afraid to make mistakes. The more you practice, the more confident you will become in using Wolof verbs. In the next lesson, we will cover negation in Wolof. So, stay tuned!
Related Lessons
- Pronouns
- Questions
- Nouns
- Time and Dates
- Question Formation
- Give your Opinion
- How to Use Be
- 0 to A1 Course
- Static verbs
- Irregular Verbs
Sources
- Wolof - verb conjugation -- Verbix verb conjugator
- Wolof Language - Structure, Writing & Alphabet
- Grammar – Janga Wolof