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Welcome to another exciting lesson in our "Complete 0 to A1 Armenian Course"! Today, we will delve into an important aspect of Armenian grammar: '''relative clauses'''. Understanding relative clauses is essential for forming complex sentences, allowing you to convey more detailed and nuanced information about people, places, and things in Armenian.
 
In this lesson, we will cover:
 
* What relative clauses are and their function in sentences
 
* How to form relative clauses in Armenian
 
* Examples to illustrate usage in various contexts
 
* Practice exercises to reinforce your understanding
 
So, let’s jump into the world of relative clauses, where we can expand our sentence-building skills and make our conversations much richer!


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== Introduction ==
=== What are Relative Clauses? ===
Relative clauses play a crucial role in the Armenian language, allowing us to provide additional information and describe nouns in more detail. In this lesson, we will explore the formation and usage of relative clauses in Armenian. We will delve into the various types of relative clauses, their structure, and their position within a sentence. By the end of this lesson, you will have a solid understanding of how to construct and use relative clauses effectively in Armenian.
 
A '''relative clause''' is a part of a sentence that describes a noun. It gives more information about that noun and is often introduced by a relative pronoun. In English, relative clauses typically start with words like "who," "which," or "that."
 
In Armenian, the structure is somewhat similar, but we use specific relative pronouns. For instance, the Armenian equivalent of "who" is "ով" (ov), "which" is "որ" (or), and "that" is also "որ" (or).
 
=== Formation of Relative Clauses in Armenian ===
 
Relative clauses in Armenian can be formed using the following structure:
 
1. '''Identify the noun''' you want to describe.
 
2. '''Use the appropriate relative pronoun''' to introduce the clause.
 
3. '''Provide additional information''' about the noun.
 
Here’s the basic structure:
 
* '''Main Clause''' + '''Relative Pronoun''' + '''Relative Clause'''
 
Let's take a closer look at each relative pronoun:
 
==== The Pronoun "Ով" (ov) ====
 
"Ով" (ov) is used for people. It translates to "who" in English.
 
==== The Pronoun "Որ" (or) ====
 
"Որ" (or) is used for things or animals, translating to "which" or "that."


== Formation of Relative Clauses ==
=== Examples of Relative Clauses ===
Relative clauses in Armenian are formed by using a relative pronoun or a relative adverb to connect two parts of a sentence. The relative pronoun or adverb takes on different forms depending on its function within the relative clause. Let's take a closer look at the formation of relative clauses in Armenian:


=== Relative Pronouns ===
To illustrate how relative clauses work, let’s look at some examples. The following table presents various sentences that utilize relative clauses in Armenian:
Armenian has three relative pronouns: որ (vor), ում (um), and որը (vorə). These pronouns have different forms depending on the gender and number of the noun they are referring to. Here is a table showing the different forms of the relative pronouns:


{| class="wikitable"
{| class="wikitable"
! Armenian !! Pronunciation !! English Translation
 
! Armenian !! Pronunciation !! English
 
|-
|-
| որ || vor || who, which
 
| մարդը, ով այստեղ է || mardə, ov ayshtɛg e || The person who is here
 
|-
 
| շունը, որը խաղում է || shunə, orə xahum e || The dog that is playing
 
|-
 
| աղջիկը, ով երգում է || aghjɪkə, ov jɛrɡum e || The girl who is singing
 
|-
 
| տունը, որը մեծ է || tunə, orə mɛdz e || The house that is big
 
|-
|-
| ում || um || whose
 
| տղամարդը, ով գալիս է || tʕəɣmardə, ov galis e || The man who is coming
 
|-
 
| մեքենան, որը արագ է || mɛkʰeɪnan, orə arɑɡ e || The car that is fast
 
|-
 
| ուսուցիչը, ով լավ է || usucʕitʰə, ov lav e || The teacher who is good
 
|-
 
| գիրքը, որը կարդում եմ || girkə, orə kʰɑrdum ɛm || The book that I am reading
 
|-
 
| երեխան, ով խաղում է || ɛrəxan, ov xahum e || The child who is playing
 
|-
|-
| որը || vorə || who, which (accusative)
 
| ծաղիկը, որը գեղեցիկ է || ts'aghikə, orə ɡɛɡɛts'ɪk e || The flower that is beautiful
 
|}
|}


=== Relative Adverbs ===
=== Usage of Relative Clauses ===
In addition to relative pronouns, Armenian also uses relative adverbs to form relative clauses. The most common relative adverb in Armenian is որտեղ (vortegh), which means "where" or "in which." It can be used to refer to a place or a time. Here is an example:
 
Relative clauses can be used in various contexts. Here are a few situations where they are particularly useful:
 
* '''Describing a person''': When you want to provide more details about someone.
 
* '''Describing an object''': When you want to explain the characteristics of an item.
 
* '''Giving additional context''': When you need to clarify or expand upon a statement.
 
In Armenian, the use of relative clauses can significantly enhance the clarity and depth of your sentences, making your communication more effective.
 
=== Practice Exercises ===
 
Now that we've covered the theory, it’s time to practice! Below are some exercises designed to help you apply what you've learned about relative clauses.
 
==== Exercise 1: Fill in the Blanks ====
 
Complete the sentences with the correct form of the relative pronoun ("ով" or "որ").
 
1. Սա ___ ուսուցիչն է: (This is the teacher.)
 
2. Նա ___ երգում է: (He is the one who sings.)
 
3. Քաղաքը ___ սիրուն է: (The city that is beautiful.)
 
4. Աղջիկը ___ այստեղ է: (The girl who is here.)
 
5. Դա ___ մեքենան է: (That is the car.)
 
==== Solutions for Exercise 1 ====
 
1. Սա '''որ''' ուսուցիչն է:
 
2. Նա '''ով''' երգում է:
 
3. Քաղաքը '''որ''' սիրուն է:
 
4. Աղջիկը '''ով''' այստեղ է:  


- Ես գտնում եմ որտեղ դու ունես։ (Yes gtnum em vortegh du unes.) - I know where you live.
5. Դա '''որ''' մեքենան է:


== Usage of Relative Clauses ==
==== Exercise 2: Convert Simple Sentences ====
Relative clauses in Armenian are used to provide additional information about a noun or a pronoun. They can be used to describe a person, a thing, a place, or a time. Relative clauses are typically placed immediately after the noun they modify. Let's look at some examples to understand the usage of relative clauses in Armenian:


- Այս գրքում գրված է, թե որտեղ կատարվել է այդ երկիրը։ (Ays grkʿum grvac e, te vortegh katarvel e ayd yerkiṙ.) - It is written in this book where that country was located.
Transform the following simple sentences into sentences that include relative clauses.


- Ես կարող եմ որոշել որ, ո՞ր երկրում կատարվել են դեպիմոկրատիական գործողությունները։ (Es karogʿ em vorošel vor, voʿr yerkrum katarvel en dep'mokratiaսական gorocoղutʿyunnerə.) - I can determine in which countries democratic actions have taken place.
1. The boy is playing.


== Types of Relative Clauses ==
2. The book is interesting.
There are two main types of relative clauses in Armenian: restrictive relative clauses and non-restrictive relative clauses. Let's explore each type in detail:


=== Restrictive Relative Clauses ===
3. The teacher is explaining.
Restrictive relative clauses provide essential information about the noun they modify. They restrict the meaning of the noun and cannot be omitted without changing the meaning of the sentence. In Armenian, restrictive relative clauses are introduced by the relative pronoun "որ" (vor). Here is an example:


- Այն մարդու որ տեղադրեցիք այս մասին, շատ հուսալի հավատարիմ է։ (Ayn mardu vor teghadrəcʿik ays masin, šat husali havatarm e.) - The man you talked about is very intelligent.
4. The dog is barking.


=== Non-Restrictive Relative Clauses ===
5. The flowers are blooming.
Non-restrictive relative clauses provide additional, non-essential information about the noun they modify. They can be removed from the sentence without changing the meaning. In Armenian, non-restrictive relative clauses are introduced by the relative pronoun "որը" (vorə) or the relative adverb "որտեղ" (vortegh). Here is an example:


- Ես գործողություններ ունեմ, որոնք հարուստ են։ (Es gorocoղutʿyunner unem, voronkʿ haryust en.) - I have some actions, which are difficult.
==== Solutions for Exercise 2 ====


== Exercises ==
1. The boy '''who is playing''' is happy. (Աղջիկը, ով խաղում է, ուրախ է.)
Now, let's practice what we have learned. Complete the following exercises by forming relative clauses in Armenian. Solutions will be provided after each exercise for you to check your answers.


=== Exercise 1 ===
2. The book '''that is interesting''' is on the table. (Գիրքը, որը հետաքրքիր է, սեղանին է.)
Form a relative clause to describe the noun in each sentence. Use the information provided in parentheses.


1. Այդ գրքին, (որ դու կարդացե՞լ ես) ավելինաբար չեմ հարկավորված գրել մեկ վերջավորություն։ (Ayd grkʿin, vor du kardacʿel es avelinabar chem harkavorvacʿ grrel mek verjavorutʿyun.) - I don't have to write a conclusion to that book, which you haven't finished reading.
3. The teacher '''who is explaining''' is very kind. (Ուսուցիչը, ով բացատրում է, շատ բարի է.)


2. Ես գիտեմ, (որովհետև դու անգամ ես մեկնարկել) ես խորհրդական գարուն կամարան եմ։ (Es gitem, voroհeteվ du angam es meknarkel es xorhrtakan garun kamaraն em.) - I know that you have visited a botanical garden in spring.
4. The dog '''that is barking''' is mine. (Շունը, որը գոռում է, իմն է.)


=== Exercise 2 ===
5. The flowers '''that are blooming''' are beautiful. (Ծաղիկները, որոնք բուրում են, գեղեցիկ են.)
Identify whether the following relative clauses are restrictive or non-restrictive. Choose "R" for restrictive and "NR" for non-restrictive.


1. Այդ գործողությունը, (որպեսզի մենք հաջողվենք) ավելի բարդ է, քան դասը։ (Ayd gorocoղutʿyunə, vorpeszi menkʿ hajoxvel e, aveli bard e, kʿan dasə.) - R
==== Exercise 3: Create Your Own Sentences ====


2. Այս գրքում, (որը դու կարդացե՞լ ես) մենք գտնում ենք հեռախոսազանգերի մասին։ (Ays grkʿum, vore du kardacʿel es menkʿ gtnum enkʿ heraxosazangəri masin.) - NR
Using the nouns provided, create sentences using relative clauses.


=== Exercise 3 ===
1. (cat)
Create a relative clause using the provided noun and adjective in each sentence.


1. Գեղեցիկ զանգավառի, (որը գիտես դեպի որդի է) համարում եմ։ (Gegecik zangavarə, vore gites depi vordi e hamarum em.) - Beautiful garden, which you know belongs to my child, is mine.
2. (friend)


2. Մեր բանավոր պատմության, (որը մենք սիրում ենք) հետևելով, մենք պետք է ծանոթանանք։ (Mer banavor patmutʿyunə, vore menkʿ sirum enkʿ hətevelov, menkʿ pʿetʿkʿ e canotʿanankʿ.) - With our great history, which we love, we should be familiar.
3. (city)


== Solutions ==
4. (car)
=== Exercise 1 ===


1. Այդ գրքին, որ դու կարդացե՞լ ես, ավելինաբար չեմ հարկավորված գրել մեկ վերջավորություն։
5. (singer)
Solution: Այդ գրքին, որին դու կարդացե՞լ ես, ավելինաբար չեմ հարկավորված գրել մեկ վերջավորություն։


2. Ես գիտեմ, որովհետև դու անգամ ես մեկնարկել, ես խորհրդական գարուն կամարան եմ։
==== Solutions for Exercise 3 ====
Solution: Ես գիտեմ, որովհետև դու անգամ ես մեկնարկելու, ես խորհրդական գարուն կամարան եմ։


=== Exercise 2 ===
1. The cat '''that is sleeping''' is soft. (Կատուն, որը քնում է, փափուկ է.)


1. Այդ գործողությունը, որպեսզի մենք հաջողվենք, ավելի բարդ է, քան դասը։
2. The friend '''who helps me''' is loyal. (Ընկերն, ով ինձ օգնում է, հավատարիմ է.)
Solution: Այդ գործողությունը, որպեսզի մենք հաջողվենք, ավելի բարդ է, քան դասը։


2. Այս գրքում, որը դու կարդացե՞լ ես, մենք գտնում ենք հեռախոսազանգերի մասին։
3. The city '''that I love''' is vibrant. (Քաղաքը, որը սիրում եմ, աշխույժ է.)
Solution: Այս գրքում, որը դու կարդացե՞լ ես, մենք գտնում ենք հեռախոսազանգերի մասին։


=== Exercise 3 ===
4. The car '''that is red''' is fast. (Մեքենան, որը կարմիր է, արագ է.)


1. Գեղեցիկ զանգավառի, որը գիտես դեպի որդի է, համարում եմ։
5. The singer '''who performs''' is famous. (Երգիչը, ով ելույթ է տալիս, հայտնի է.)
Solution: Գեղեցիկ զանգավառի, որը գիտես դեպի որդի է, համարում եմ։


2. Մեր բանավոր պատմության, որը մենք սիրում ենք, հետևելով, մենք պետք է ծանոթանանք։
==== Exercise 4: Identify the Relative Clauses ====
Solution: Մեր բանավոր պատմության, որը մենք սիրում ենք, հետևելով, մենք պետք է ծանոթանանք։
 
Read the following sentences and identify the relative clauses.
 
1. The book that I borrowed is fascinating.
 
2. The person who called you is waiting.
 
3. The car that I bought is expensive.
 
4. The movie that we watched was thrilling.
 
5. The restaurant that serves Armenian food is popular.
 
==== Solutions for Exercise 4 ====
 
1. '''that I borrowed'''
 
2. '''who called you'''
 
3. '''that I bought'''
 
4. '''that we watched'''
 
5. '''that serves Armenian food'''
 
==== Exercise 5: Write a Short Paragraph ====
 
Write a short paragraph (4-5 sentences) using at least two relative clauses.
 
==== Example Solution for Exercise 5 ====
 
Last weekend, I visited my friend '''who lives in Yerevan'''. We went to a restaurant '''that serves traditional Armenian food'''. The food '''that we tried''' was delicious. After lunch, we walked around the city '''which is full of history'''. I had a wonderful time!
 
=== Conclusion ===
 
In this lesson, we've explored the fascinating world of relative clauses in Armenian. By understanding how to form and use these clauses, you can add depth to your communication and express yourself more clearly. Remember, practice is key to mastering this aspect of grammar, so keep using relative clauses in your conversations.
 
As you continue your journey in learning Armenian, don't hesitate to revisit this lesson whenever you need a refresher on relative clauses. Happy studying, and see you in the next lesson!


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Armenian → Grammar → 0 to A1 Course → Relative Clauses

Welcome to another exciting lesson in our "Complete 0 to A1 Armenian Course"! Today, we will delve into an important aspect of Armenian grammar: relative clauses. Understanding relative clauses is essential for forming complex sentences, allowing you to convey more detailed and nuanced information about people, places, and things in Armenian.

In this lesson, we will cover:

  • What relative clauses are and their function in sentences
  • How to form relative clauses in Armenian
  • Examples to illustrate usage in various contexts
  • Practice exercises to reinforce your understanding

So, let’s jump into the world of relative clauses, where we can expand our sentence-building skills and make our conversations much richer!

What are Relative Clauses?[edit | edit source]

A relative clause is a part of a sentence that describes a noun. It gives more information about that noun and is often introduced by a relative pronoun. In English, relative clauses typically start with words like "who," "which," or "that."

In Armenian, the structure is somewhat similar, but we use specific relative pronouns. For instance, the Armenian equivalent of "who" is "ով" (ov), "which" is "որ" (or), and "that" is also "որ" (or).

Formation of Relative Clauses in Armenian[edit | edit source]

Relative clauses in Armenian can be formed using the following structure:

1. Identify the noun you want to describe.

2. Use the appropriate relative pronoun to introduce the clause.

3. Provide additional information about the noun.

Here’s the basic structure:

  • Main Clause + Relative Pronoun + Relative Clause

Let's take a closer look at each relative pronoun:

The Pronoun "Ով" (ov)[edit | edit source]

"Ով" (ov) is used for people. It translates to "who" in English.

The Pronoun "Որ" (or)[edit | edit source]

"Որ" (or) is used for things or animals, translating to "which" or "that."

Examples of Relative Clauses[edit | edit source]

To illustrate how relative clauses work, let’s look at some examples. The following table presents various sentences that utilize relative clauses in Armenian:

Armenian Pronunciation English
մարդը, ով այստեղ է mardə, ov ayshtɛg e The person who is here
շունը, որը խաղում է shunə, orə xahum e The dog that is playing
աղջիկը, ով երգում է aghjɪkə, ov jɛrɡum e The girl who is singing
տունը, որը մեծ է tunə, orə mɛdz e The house that is big
տղամարդը, ով գալիս է tʕəɣmardə, ov galis e The man who is coming
մեքենան, որը արագ է mɛkʰeɪnan, orə arɑɡ e The car that is fast
ուսուցիչը, ով լավ է usucʕitʰə, ov lav e The teacher who is good
գիրքը, որը կարդում եմ girkə, orə kʰɑrdum ɛm The book that I am reading
երեխան, ով խաղում է ɛrəxan, ov xahum e The child who is playing
ծաղիկը, որը գեղեցիկ է ts'aghikə, orə ɡɛɡɛts'ɪk e The flower that is beautiful

Usage of Relative Clauses[edit | edit source]

Relative clauses can be used in various contexts. Here are a few situations where they are particularly useful:

  • Describing a person: When you want to provide more details about someone.
  • Describing an object: When you want to explain the characteristics of an item.
  • Giving additional context: When you need to clarify or expand upon a statement.

In Armenian, the use of relative clauses can significantly enhance the clarity and depth of your sentences, making your communication more effective.

Practice Exercises[edit | edit source]

Now that we've covered the theory, it’s time to practice! Below are some exercises designed to help you apply what you've learned about relative clauses.

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

Complete the sentences with the correct form of the relative pronoun ("ով" or "որ").

1. Սա ___ ուսուցիչն է: (This is the teacher.)

2. Նա ___ երգում է: (He is the one who sings.)

3. Քաղաքը ___ սիրուն է: (The city that is beautiful.)

4. Աղջիկը ___ այստեղ է: (The girl who is here.)

5. Դա ___ մեքենան է: (That is the car.)

Solutions for Exercise 1[edit | edit source]

1. Սա որ ուսուցիչն է:

2. Նա ով երգում է:

3. Քաղաքը որ սիրուն է:

4. Աղջիկը ով այստեղ է:

5. Դա որ մեքենան է:

Exercise 2: Convert Simple Sentences[edit | edit source]

Transform the following simple sentences into sentences that include relative clauses.

1. The boy is playing.

2. The book is interesting.

3. The teacher is explaining.

4. The dog is barking.

5. The flowers are blooming.

Solutions for Exercise 2[edit | edit source]

1. The boy who is playing is happy. (Աղջիկը, ով խաղում է, ուրախ է.)

2. The book that is interesting is on the table. (Գիրքը, որը հետաքրքիր է, սեղանին է.)

3. The teacher who is explaining is very kind. (Ուսուցիչը, ով բացատրում է, շատ բարի է.)

4. The dog that is barking is mine. (Շունը, որը գոռում է, իմն է.)

5. The flowers that are blooming are beautiful. (Ծաղիկները, որոնք բուրում են, գեղեցիկ են.)

Exercise 3: Create Your Own Sentences[edit | edit source]

Using the nouns provided, create sentences using relative clauses.

1. (cat)

2. (friend)

3. (city)

4. (car)

5. (singer)

Solutions for Exercise 3[edit | edit source]

1. The cat that is sleeping is soft. (Կատուն, որը քնում է, փափուկ է.)

2. The friend who helps me is loyal. (Ընկերն, ով ինձ օգնում է, հավատարիմ է.)

3. The city that I love is vibrant. (Քաղաքը, որը սիրում եմ, աշխույժ է.)

4. The car that is red is fast. (Մեքենան, որը կարմիր է, արագ է.)

5. The singer who performs is famous. (Երգիչը, ով ելույթ է տալիս, հայտնի է.)

Exercise 4: Identify the Relative Clauses[edit | edit source]

Read the following sentences and identify the relative clauses.

1. The book that I borrowed is fascinating.

2. The person who called you is waiting.

3. The car that I bought is expensive.

4. The movie that we watched was thrilling.

5. The restaurant that serves Armenian food is popular.

Solutions for Exercise 4[edit | edit source]

1. that I borrowed

2. who called you

3. that I bought

4. that we watched

5. that serves Armenian food

Exercise 5: Write a Short Paragraph[edit | edit source]

Write a short paragraph (4-5 sentences) using at least two relative clauses.

Example Solution for Exercise 5[edit | edit source]

Last weekend, I visited my friend who lives in Yerevan. We went to a restaurant that serves traditional Armenian food. The food that we tried was delicious. After lunch, we walked around the city which is full of history. I had a wonderful time!

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

In this lesson, we've explored the fascinating world of relative clauses in Armenian. By understanding how to form and use these clauses, you can add depth to your communication and express yourself more clearly. Remember, practice is key to mastering this aspect of grammar, so keep using relative clauses in your conversations.

As you continue your journey in learning Armenian, don't hesitate to revisit this lesson whenever you need a refresher on relative clauses. Happy studying, and see you in the next lesson!

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


Greetings and Introductions


Alphabet and Pronunciation


Numbers and Time


Basic Sentence Structure


Family and Relationships


Nouns and Pronouns


Food and Dining


Verbs and Tenses


Travel and Transportation


Adjectives and Adverbs


Armenian Traditions and Customs

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