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Welcome to today's lesson on '''Georgian Grammar''', where we will explore the '''conditional and imperative forms''' in the Georgian language! Understanding these forms is crucial for expressing possibilities, wishes, requests, and commands, which are essential in everyday communication.
 
As you journey into the beauty of the Georgian language, remember that mastering these grammatical structures will empower you to convey your thoughts more effectively and interact confidently with native speakers.
 
In this lesson, we will:
 
* Define the conditional and imperative forms.
 
* Provide clear examples to illustrate their usage.
 
* Offer exercises for practice, along with solutions and explanations.
 
Before we dive deep, let’s take a moment to acknowledge how these forms function in Georgian, and why they are important. The conditional form allows you to express hypothetical situations—what could happen if certain conditions are met. Meanwhile, the imperative form is your go-to for giving commands or making requests, helping you interact directly with others.
 
Now, let's get started!


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== Introduction ==
=== Conditional Form ===
 
The '''conditional form''' in Georgian is used to express actions or events that are dependent on certain conditions. In English, you might say, “If I go to the market, I will buy some bread.” In Georgian, this structure can be quite similar but has its unique conjugations and nuances.


In this lesson, we will explore the conditional and imperative forms in the Georgian language. These forms are essential for expressing hypothetical situations, giving commands, and making requests. Understanding how to use them correctly will greatly enhance your ability to communicate in Georgian. Throughout this lesson, we will provide clear explanations, numerous examples, and engaging practice exercises to ensure you grasp these concepts fully. So, let's dive in and start exploring the fascinating world of conditional and imperative verbs in Georgian!
==== Structure ====


== Conditional Form ==
The general structure for creating conditional sentences in Georgian involves the use of the conjunction "თუ" (tu), which means "if." The verb following this conjunction is typically conjugated in a specific way depending on the subject.


The conditional form is used to express hypothetical or unreal situations in Georgian. It allows us to talk about what would happen or could have happened under certain conditions. To form the conditional form of a verb, we need to add the suffix "-ბინ" ("-bin") to the verb stem.
==== Examples ====


Let's take a look at some examples:
Let’s take a look at some examples of conditional sentences in Georgian:


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! Georgian !! Pronunciation !! English Translation
 
! Georgian !! Pronunciation !! English
 
|-
|-
| მაისრა || maisra || I would go
 
| თუ მე მეშინია, არ გავდივარ. || tu me meshinia, ar gavidvar. || If I am afraid, I do not go out.
 
|-
|-
| მშვიდია || mshvidia || It would be peaceful
 
| თუ ის მოვა, მე წავალ. || tu is mova, me tsval. || If he comes, I will go.
 
|-
|-
| ჩამოვიდა || chamovida || He/she would have come out
 
| თუ ისინი ჭამენ, მე არ ვჭამ. || tu isini ch'amen, me ar vch'am. || If they eat, I do not eat.
 
|-
|-
| შეგიძლია || shegidlia || You could
 
| თუ ჩვენ გვინდა, უნდა ვიმუშაოთ. || tu chven gvinda, unda vimoshioth. || If we want, we must work.
 
|-
 
| თუ შენ გიყვარს, უნდა უთხრა. || tu shen giyvars, unda utkhra. || If you love, you must tell.
 
|-
 
| თუ მე გავაკეთებ, შენ უნდა დამეხმარო. || tu me gavaqeteb, shen unda damekhmaro. || If I do it, you must help me.
 
|-
 
| თუ იგი წავა, მე ვიქნები მარტო. || tu ighi ts'ava, me viknebi marto. || If he goes, I will be alone.
 
|-
 
| თუ ჩვენ ვსწავლობთ, წარმატებას მივაღწევთ. || tu chven vst'valobt, ts'armatebas mivartskhvet. || If we study, we will succeed.
 
|-
 
| თუ ისინი არ მოდიან, ჩვენ უნდა დაველოდოთ. || tu isini ar modian, chven unda davelodot. || If they don’t come, we should wait.
 
|-
 
| თუ თქვენ წახვალთ, მე არ ვიქნები აქ. || tu tkven ts'akhvalit, me ar viknebi ak. || If you leave, I will not be here.
 
|}
|}


In Georgian, the conditional form is commonly used in "if" clauses. For example:
=== Imperative Form ===
 
The '''imperative form''' is all about giving commands, making requests, or offering invitations. It’s a direct way of communicating what you want someone else to do.
 
==== Structure ====
 
In Georgian, the imperative form is usually formed by taking the verb stem and adding specific endings. The endings vary depending on whether you are addressing one person or multiple people.
 
==== Examples ====


- თუ დაგიბრუნდა, გქონდებით მარიამის კატა. (If you had come back, you would have seen Mariam's cat.)
Here are some examples of the imperative form in action:


- თუ მაისრა, მილიარდი ლარი მოგიგებს. (If I win, I will give you a million lari.)
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- თუ გადაამისა, გადაგიგებს სიმონი. (If you pass by, Simon will tell you.)
! Georgian !! Pronunciation !! English


== Imperative Form ==
|-


The imperative form is used to give commands, make requests, or express strong suggestions in Georgian. It allows us to directly address someone and tell them what to do. The imperative form of a verb is usually formed by using the verb stem without any suffix.
| მოდი აქ! || modi ak! || Come here!


Let's take a look at some examples:
|-
 
| წადი! || ts'adi! || Go away!
 
|-
 
| მომეცი! || mometsi! || Give me!
 
|-
 
| დაიკავე! || daik'ave! || Take it!
 
|-
 
| დაჯექი! || daj'eqi! || Sit down!


{| class="wikitable"
! Georgian !! Pronunciation !! English Translation
|-
|-
| მოდი || modi || Come
 
| ჩამოწერე! || chamots'ere! || Write down!
 
|-
|-
| მიდი || midi || Go
 
| გამარჯობა! || gamarjoba! || Say hello!
 
|-
|-
| გადმოდი || gadmodi || Leave
 
| მიჰყავ! || mikh'ava! || Take me!
 
|-
 
| დამეხმარე! || damekhmare! || Help me!
 
|-
|-
| მიუგე || miuge || Tell me
 
| ისაუბრეთ! || isaubreti! || Speak!
 
|}
|}


In Georgian, the imperative form can be used in various contexts. For example:
=== Practice Exercises ===
 
Now that we’ve covered the essentials of the conditional and imperative forms, let’s put your knowledge to the test! Here are some exercises designed to reinforce what you’ve learned.
 
==== Exercise 1: Conditional Sentences ====
 
Translate the following sentences into Georgian:
 
1. If I eat, I will be full.
 
2. If she studies, she will pass the exam.
 
3. If they come, we will celebrate.
 
''Solutions:''
 
1. თუ მე ვჭამ, მე ვიქნები სავსე. (tu me vch'am, me viknebi savse.)
 
2. თუ ის სწავლობს, ის გამოცდას გაივლის. (tu is st'valobs, is gamozvdas gaivlis.)
 
3. თუ ისინი მოვლენ, ჩვენ ვიზეიმებთ. (tu isini movlen, chven vizeimbet.)
 
==== Exercise 2: Imperative Sentences ====
 
Convert the following English commands into Georgian:
 
1. Close the door!
 
2. Listen carefully!
 
3. Show me!
 
''Solutions:''
 
1. დახურე კარი! (dakhure kari!)
 
2. ყურადღებით მოისმინე! (ugaradobit moismine!)
 
3. მითხარი! (mitkhari!)
 
==== Exercise 3: Fill in the Blanks ====
 
Complete the sentences with the correct form of the verb in parentheses.
 
1. თუ ჩვენ ________ (მოგვიყვარ, mogviqar), ჩვენ ბედნიერები ვიქნებით.
 
2. ________ (წადი, ts'adi) იქ!
 
''Solutions:''
 
1. თუ ჩვენ მოგვიყვარ, ჩვენ ბედნიერები ვიქნებით. (tu chven mogviqar, chven bednierebi viknebit.)
 
2. წადი იქ! (ts'adi ik'!)
 
==== Exercise 4: Match the Sentences ====
 
Match the Georgian sentences with their English meanings.
 
1. თუ მე არ მოვა, მე უნდა დაველოდო.


- მოდი დავიწყებთ კლასს. (Come, let's start the class.)
2. მოდი ჩემთან!


- მიდი და მოძებნე ამ წიგნის გვერდი. (Go and find the page of this book.)
a) If he doesn't come, I must wait.


- დაგმარები, რომ მოვიდეს საათი. (Wait for the hour to come.)
b) Come to me!


== Cultural Insights ==
''Solutions:''


The usage of conditional and imperative forms in Georgian reflects the cultural values and communication style of the Georgian people. Georgian culture places great emphasis on hospitality and politeness, and this is reflected in the language as well. When giving commands or making requests, it is common to use the imperative form in a polite and respectful manner. For example, instead of saying "მოდი" (Come), it is more common to say "გთხოვთ, მოდით" (Please, come). This politeness is deeply ingrained in Georgian society and is an important aspect of the language.
1 - a; 2 - b


Historically, Georgia has been influenced by various neighboring cultures and empires, including the Persian and Ottoman Empires. These influences have shaped the Georgian language and its grammar. The conditional form, for example, shows similarities to the conditional forms used in Persian and Turkish. This historical context adds depth and richness to the Georgian language and provides a fascinating insight into the cultural and linguistic heritage of the country.
==== Exercise 5: Transformation ====


== Practice Exercises ==
Transform the following conditional sentences into imperative sentences.


Now it's time to practice what you've learned! Below are some exercises to help you solidify your understanding of the conditional and imperative forms in Georgian. Try to solve them on your own, and then check the solutions provided.
1. If you see him, tell him to call me.


Exercise 1: Complete the following sentences using the correct conditional form of the verb in parentheses.
2. If it rains, bring an umbrella.


1. თუ ვინმე მალე მომისახლების, გამოვიდე თბილისში. (მოდი)
''Solutions:''
2. თუ მისი თვალი ბურთია, მაინც მისი მამა მისი მეგობარია. (იყოს)
3. თუ სამშაბათი იყო, გადავამიზნა. (მივეზინის)
4. თუ მაგიდა წამოიყვანს, გთხოვთ, გადმოდით. (მოდით)
5. თუ შენ ვერ გადახვიდებ, მიგეწერი მეგობრის ნომერი. (მიწერე)


Exercise 2: Rewrite the following sentences using the imperative form of the verb in parentheses.
1. თუ შენ მას ნახავ, უთხარი, რომ დამირეკოს. (tu shen mas nakhav, utkhari, rom damirek'os.)


1. მოდით, მარიამი, მას გიყვარს. (გამოეყენე)
2. თუ წვიმს, მოიტანე ქოლგა. (tu ts'vims, moit'ane k'olga.)
2. ჩამოდით, გთხოვთ, მოვალეობა დავიწყოთ. (მოდით)
3. მიდით და მოძებნეთ ამ წიგნის გვერდი. (მიძებნე)
4. მამა შეგიძლია, დაგიბრუნდეს სახლში? (დაბრუნდი)
5. მიუგე, რომ დავიწყოთ ეს საათი. (დაიწყე)


== Solution ==
==== Exercise 6: Create Your Own ====


Exercise 1:
Write three conditional sentences of your own using the structure we discussed.
1. თუ ვინმე მალე მომისახლების, გამოვიდე თბილისში. (მოდი)
2. თუ მისი თვალი ბურთია, მაინც მისი მამა მისი მეგობარია. (იყოს)
3. თუ სამშაბათი იყო, გადავამიზნა. (მივეზინის)
4. თუ მაგიდა წამოიყვანს, გთხოვთ, გადმოდით. (მოდით)
5. თუ შენ ვერ გადახვიდებ, მიგეწერი მეგობრის ნომერი. (მიწერე)


Exercise 2:
''Solutions: (Example Answers)''
1. გამოეყენე, მოდით, მარიამი, მას გიყვარს.
2. მოდით, მოდით, გთხოვთ, მოვალეობა დავიწყოთ.
3. მიძებნე, მიდით და მოძებნეთ ამ წიგნის გვერდი.
4. დაბრუნდეს, მამა, შეგიძლია, დაგიბრუნდეს სახლში?
5. დაიწყე, მიუგე, რომ დავიწყოთ ეს საათი.


== Conclusion ==
1. თუ მე ივლი, მე გაწვდით. (tu me ivli, me gavnidit.) || If you go, I will follow you.


Congratulations! You have now learned how to use the conditional and imperative forms in Georgian. These forms are essential for expressing hypothetical situations, giving commands, and making requests. Remember to use the conditional form to talk about unreal or hypothetical situations, and the imperative form to give commands or make requests. Keep practicing and using these forms in your daily conversations to become more fluent in Georgian. Well done!
2. თუ ისინი წავიდნენ, ჩვენ დავრჩებით. (tu isini ts'avidnen, chven davrchebit.) || If they leave, we will stay.
 
3. თუ ის დამეხმარება, მე მადლობას ვუხდი. (tu is damekhmareba, me madlobas vukhdi.) || If he helps me, I will thank him.
 
=== Conclusion ===
 
Congratulations! You have taken a significant step in mastering the conditional and imperative forms in Georgian. These forms open up a whole new world of expression, allowing you to communicate your thoughts, wishes, and commands more effectively. Practice makes perfect, so be sure to revisit these concepts regularly.
 
As you continue on your journey through the '''Complete 0 to A1 Georgian Course''', remember that every new concept builds on the last. Keep practicing, and soon you’ll find yourself conversing comfortably in Georgian!


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Georgian → Grammar → 0 to A1 Course → Conditional and Imperative

Welcome to today's lesson on Georgian Grammar, where we will explore the conditional and imperative forms in the Georgian language! Understanding these forms is crucial for expressing possibilities, wishes, requests, and commands, which are essential in everyday communication.

As you journey into the beauty of the Georgian language, remember that mastering these grammatical structures will empower you to convey your thoughts more effectively and interact confidently with native speakers.

In this lesson, we will:

  • Define the conditional and imperative forms.
  • Provide clear examples to illustrate their usage.
  • Offer exercises for practice, along with solutions and explanations.

Before we dive deep, let’s take a moment to acknowledge how these forms function in Georgian, and why they are important. The conditional form allows you to express hypothetical situations—what could happen if certain conditions are met. Meanwhile, the imperative form is your go-to for giving commands or making requests, helping you interact directly with others.

Now, let's get started!

Conditional Form[edit | edit source]

The conditional form in Georgian is used to express actions or events that are dependent on certain conditions. In English, you might say, “If I go to the market, I will buy some bread.” In Georgian, this structure can be quite similar but has its unique conjugations and nuances.

Structure[edit | edit source]

The general structure for creating conditional sentences in Georgian involves the use of the conjunction "თუ" (tu), which means "if." The verb following this conjunction is typically conjugated in a specific way depending on the subject.

Examples[edit | edit source]

Let’s take a look at some examples of conditional sentences in Georgian:

Georgian Pronunciation English
თუ მე მეშინია, არ გავდივარ. tu me meshinia, ar gavidvar. If I am afraid, I do not go out.
თუ ის მოვა, მე წავალ. tu is mova, me tsval. If he comes, I will go.
თუ ისინი ჭამენ, მე არ ვჭამ. tu isini ch'amen, me ar vch'am. If they eat, I do not eat.
თუ ჩვენ გვინდა, უნდა ვიმუშაოთ. tu chven gvinda, unda vimoshioth. If we want, we must work.
თუ შენ გიყვარს, უნდა უთხრა. tu shen giyvars, unda utkhra. If you love, you must tell.
თუ მე გავაკეთებ, შენ უნდა დამეხმარო. tu me gavaqeteb, shen unda damekhmaro. If I do it, you must help me.
თუ იგი წავა, მე ვიქნები მარტო. tu ighi ts'ava, me viknebi marto. If he goes, I will be alone.
თუ ჩვენ ვსწავლობთ, წარმატებას მივაღწევთ. tu chven vst'valobt, ts'armatebas mivartskhvet. If we study, we will succeed.
თუ ისინი არ მოდიან, ჩვენ უნდა დაველოდოთ. tu isini ar modian, chven unda davelodot. If they don’t come, we should wait.
თუ თქვენ წახვალთ, მე არ ვიქნები აქ. tu tkven ts'akhvalit, me ar viknebi ak. If you leave, I will not be here.

Imperative Form[edit | edit source]

The imperative form is all about giving commands, making requests, or offering invitations. It’s a direct way of communicating what you want someone else to do.

Structure[edit | edit source]

In Georgian, the imperative form is usually formed by taking the verb stem and adding specific endings. The endings vary depending on whether you are addressing one person or multiple people.

Examples[edit | edit source]

Here are some examples of the imperative form in action:

Georgian Pronunciation English
მოდი აქ! modi ak! Come here!
წადი! ts'adi! Go away!
მომეცი! mometsi! Give me!
დაიკავე! daik'ave! Take it!
დაჯექი! daj'eqi! Sit down!
ჩამოწერე! chamots'ere! Write down!
გამარჯობა! gamarjoba! Say hello!
მიჰყავ! mikh'ava! Take me!
დამეხმარე! damekhmare! Help me!
ისაუბრეთ! isaubreti! Speak!

Practice Exercises[edit | edit source]

Now that we’ve covered the essentials of the conditional and imperative forms, let’s put your knowledge to the test! Here are some exercises designed to reinforce what you’ve learned.

Exercise 1: Conditional Sentences[edit | edit source]

Translate the following sentences into Georgian:

1. If I eat, I will be full.

2. If she studies, she will pass the exam.

3. If they come, we will celebrate.

Solutions:

1. თუ მე ვჭამ, მე ვიქნები სავსე. (tu me vch'am, me viknebi savse.)

2. თუ ის სწავლობს, ის გამოცდას გაივლის. (tu is st'valobs, is gamozvdas gaivlis.)

3. თუ ისინი მოვლენ, ჩვენ ვიზეიმებთ. (tu isini movlen, chven vizeimbet.)

Exercise 2: Imperative Sentences[edit | edit source]

Convert the following English commands into Georgian:

1. Close the door!

2. Listen carefully!

3. Show me!

Solutions:

1. დახურე კარი! (dakhure kari!)

2. ყურადღებით მოისმინე! (ugaradobit moismine!)

3. მითხარი! (mitkhari!)

Exercise 3: Fill in the Blanks[edit | edit source]

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

1. თუ ჩვენ ________ (მოგვიყვარ, mogviqar), ჩვენ ბედნიერები ვიქნებით.

2. ________ (წადი, ts'adi) იქ!

Solutions:

1. თუ ჩვენ მოგვიყვარ, ჩვენ ბედნიერები ვიქნებით. (tu chven mogviqar, chven bednierebi viknebit.)

2. წადი იქ! (ts'adi ik'!)

Exercise 4: Match the Sentences[edit | edit source]

Match the Georgian sentences with their English meanings.

1. თუ მე არ მოვა, მე უნდა დაველოდო.

2. მოდი ჩემთან!

a) If he doesn't come, I must wait.

b) Come to me!

Solutions:

1 - a; 2 - b

Exercise 5: Transformation[edit | edit source]

Transform the following conditional sentences into imperative sentences.

1. If you see him, tell him to call me.

2. If it rains, bring an umbrella.

Solutions:

1. თუ შენ მას ნახავ, უთხარი, რომ დამირეკოს. (tu shen mas nakhav, utkhari, rom damirek'os.)

2. თუ წვიმს, მოიტანე ქოლგა. (tu ts'vims, moit'ane k'olga.)

Exercise 6: Create Your Own[edit | edit source]

Write three conditional sentences of your own using the structure we discussed.

Solutions: (Example Answers)

1. თუ მე ივლი, მე გაწვდით. (tu me ivli, me gavnidit.) || If you go, I will follow you.

2. თუ ისინი წავიდნენ, ჩვენ დავრჩებით. (tu isini ts'avidnen, chven davrchebit.) || If they leave, we will stay.

3. თუ ის დამეხმარება, მე მადლობას ვუხდი. (tu is damekhmareba, me madlobas vukhdi.) || If he helps me, I will thank him.

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

Congratulations! You have taken a significant step in mastering the conditional and imperative forms in Georgian. These forms open up a whole new world of expression, allowing you to communicate your thoughts, wishes, and commands more effectively. Practice makes perfect, so be sure to revisit these concepts regularly.

As you continue on your journey through the Complete 0 to A1 Georgian Course, remember that every new concept builds on the last. Keep practicing, and soon you’ll find yourself conversing comfortably in Georgian!

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


Alphabet and Sounds


Greetings and Introductions


Nouns and Cases


Family and Relationships


Food and Drink


Verbs and Tenses


Transportation and Directions


Holidays and Celebrations


Adjectives and Adverbs


Shopping and Services


Arts and Entertainment


Prepositions


Work and Employment


Georgian History and Geography

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