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Welcome to this lesson on '''Regular Verbs''' in Catalan! Understanding how to conjugate regular verbs is essential for expressing actions and events in the language. Whether you’re talking about what you did yesterday, what you’re doing today, or what you plan to do tomorrow, mastering these verbs will help you communicate more effectively.
 
In this lesson, we will explore the importance of regular verbs in Catalan, how they are conjugated in the present, past, and future tenses, and provide plenty of examples to illustrate these concepts. We’ll also engage in some practice exercises to solidify your understanding.


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== Introduction ==
=== The Importance of Regular Verbs ===
 
Regular verbs in Catalan follow specific patterns when conjugated, making them easier to learn compared to irregular verbs. By mastering these patterns, you will be able to communicate a wide range of actions. Regular verbs are classified into three groups based on their endings: -ar, -er, and -ir.
 
Learning to conjugate these verbs allows you to form basic sentences and express yourself in everyday situations, whether you are ordering food, asking for directions, or sharing your thoughts with friends.
 
=== Structure of the Lesson ===
 
1. '''Introduction to Regular Verbs'''
 
* Overview of regular verbs
 
* Importance in communication
 
2. '''Present Tense Conjugation'''
 
* Patterns for -ar, -er, and -ir verbs


Welcome to the lesson on regular verbs in Catalan! In this lesson, we will explore the conjugation of regular verbs in the present, past, and future tenses. Understanding how to conjugate verbs is essential for expressing actions and events accurately in Catalan. By the end of this lesson, you will have a solid foundation in conjugating regular verbs and will be able to use them confidently in your conversations. Let's get started!
* Examples


== Conjugating Regular Verbs ==
3. '''Past Tense Conjugation'''


In Catalan, regular verbs follow predictable patterns when conjugated. These patterns depend on the verb endings and the tense being used. There are three main tenses we will focus on in this lesson: the present tense, the past tense, and the future tense. Let's explore each of these tenses and their respective conjugation patterns in more detail.
* Patterns for -ar, -er, and -ir verbs


=== Present Tense ===
* Examples


The present tense is used to talk about actions that are happening now or actions that happen regularly. To conjugate regular verbs in the present tense, we remove the infinitive ending (-ar, -er, or -ir) and add the appropriate endings. Take a look at the table below for the conjugation of regular verbs in the present tense:
4. '''Future Tense Conjugation'''
 
* Patterns for forming the future tense
 
* Examples
 
5. '''Practice Exercises'''
 
* Exercises to reinforce learning
 
* Detailed solutions and explanations
 
== Introduction to Regular Verbs ==
 
Regular verbs in Catalan are characterized by their predictable conjugation patterns. Understanding these patterns will help you form sentences with ease. The three main categories of regular verbs are:
 
* '''-ar verbs''' (e.g., "parlar" - to speak)
 
* '''-er verbs''' (e.g., "menjar" - to eat)
 
* '''-ir verbs''' (e.g., "viure" - to live)
 
Each of these categories follows a distinct pattern when conjugated in different tenses.
 
=== Present Tense Conjugation ===
 
In the present tense, regular verbs change their endings based on the subject pronoun. Let’s break down the conjugation patterns for each type of regular verb.
 
==== -ar Verbs ====
 
For -ar verbs, the endings change as follows:
 
* '''jo''' (I) → -o
 
* '''tu''' (you) → -es
 
* '''ell/ella''' (he/she) → -a
 
* '''nosaltres''' (we) → -em
 
* '''vosaltres''' (you all) → -eu
 
* '''ells/elles''' (they) → -en
 
Here’s a table with some examples of -ar verbs in the present tense:


{| class="wikitable"
{| class="wikitable"
! Catalan !! Pronunciation !! English
! Catalan !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
|-
| parlar || [pərˈlaɾ] || to speak
 
| parlar || pərˈlar || to speak
 
|-
|-
| viure || [ˈviwɾə] || to live
 
| jo parlo || ʒu ˈparlo || I speak
 
|-
|-
| escriure || [əskɾiˈuɾə] || to write
 
| tu parles || tu ˈparles || you speak
 
|-
 
| ell parla || eʎ ˈparla || he speaks
 
|-
 
| nosaltres parlem || nuˈzaltɾəs pərˈlem || we speak
 
|-
 
| vosaltres parleu || vuˈzaltɾəs pərˈleu || you all speak
 
|-
 
| ells parlen || eʎs ˈparlen || they speak
 
|}
|}


As you can see, the endings for regular -ar verbs are -o, -es, -a, -em, -eu, and -en. For regular -er and -ir verbs, the endings are -o, -es, -e, -em, -eu, and -en. Let's see some examples:
==== -er Verbs ====
 
For -er verbs, the endings change as follows:
 
* '''jo''' (I) → -o
 
* '''tu''' (you) → -s
 
* '''ell/ella''' (he/she) → -e
 
* '''nosaltres''' (we) → -em


* Jo parlo català. (I speak Catalan.)
* '''vosaltres''' (you all) → -eu
* Tu vius a Barcelona. (You live in Barcelona.)
* Ell escriu una carta. (He writes a letter.)


=== Past Tense ===
* '''ells/elles''' (they) → -en


The past tense is used to talk about actions that have already happened. To conjugate regular verbs in the past tense, we remove the infinitive ending (-ar, -er, or -ir) and add the appropriate endings. Take a look at the table below for the conjugation of regular verbs in the past tense:
Here’s a table with some examples of -er verbs in the present tense:


{| class="wikitable"
{| class="wikitable"
! Catalan !! Pronunciation !! English
! Catalan !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
| menjar || mɛnˈd͡ʒaɾ || to eat
|-
| jo menjo || ʒu ˈmend͡ʒo || I eat
|-
| tu menges || tu ˈmeŋɡes || you eat
|-
|-
| parlar || [pərˈlaɾ] || to speak
 
| ell menja || eʎ ˈmend͡ʒa || he eats
 
|-
|-
| viure || [ˈviwɾə] || to live
 
| nosaltres mengem || nuˈzaltɾəs mɛnˈd͡ʒem || we eat
 
|-
|-
| escriure || [əskɾiˈuɾə] || to write
 
| vosaltres mengeu || vuˈzaltɾəs mɛnˈd͡ʒeʊ || you all eat
 
|-
 
| ells mengen || eʎs ˈmeŋɡen || they eat
 
|}
|}


The endings for regular -ar verbs in the past tense are -ava, -aves, -ava, -àvem, -àveu, and -aven. For regular -er and -ir verbs, the endings are -ia, -ies, -ia, -íem, -íeu, and -ien. Let's see some examples:
==== -ir Verbs ====
 
For -ir verbs, the endings change as follows:
 
* '''jo''' (I) → -o
 
* '''tu''' (you) → -s
 
* '''ell/ella''' (he/she) → -e
 
* '''nosaltres''' (we) → -im
 
* '''vosaltres''' (you all) → -iu
 
* '''ells/elles''' (they) → -en
 
Here’s a table with some examples of -ir verbs in the present tense:
 
{| class="wikitable"
 
! Catalan !! Pronunciation !! English
 
|-
 
| viure || ˈbiuɾe || to live
 
|-
 
| jo visc || ʒu ˈbisk || I live
 
|-
 
| tu vius || tu ˈbius || you live
 
|-
 
| ell viu || eʎ ˈbju || he lives
 
|-
 
| nosaltres vivim || nuˈzaltɾəs biˈvim || we live
 
|-
 
| vosaltres viviu || vuˈzaltɾəs biˈju || you all live
 
|-
 
| ells viuen || eʎs ˈbjuən || they live
 
|}
 
== Past Tense Conjugation ==
 
The past tense in Catalan can be formed using the '''perfect tense''', which is commonly used for actions completed in the past. To form the perfect tense, you use the auxiliary verb '''"haver"''' plus the past participle of the main verb.
 
The past participles for regular verbs are formed as follows:
 
* For -ar verbs: replace -ar with -at
 
* For -er verbs: replace -er with -ut
 
* For -ir verbs: replace -ir with -it
 
Let’s take a look at how to conjugate these in the past tense.
 
==== Perfect Tense for -ar Verbs ====
 
Here’s the structure:
 
* '''jo he''' (I have) + past participle
 
* '''tu has''' (you have) + past participle
 
* '''ell/ella ha''' (he/she has) + past participle
 
* '''nosaltres hem''' (we have) + past participle
 
* '''vosaltres heu''' (you all have) + past participle
 
* '''ells/elles han''' (they have) + past participle
 
Example table with -ar verbs in the past tense:
 
{| class="wikitable"
 
! Catalan !! Pronunciation !! English
 
|-
 
| parlar || pərˈlar || to speak
 
|-
 
| jo he parlat || ʒu e ˈpaɾlat || I have spoken
 
|-
 
| tu has parlat || tu a ˈpaɾlat || you have spoken
 
|-
 
| ell ha parlat || eʎ a ˈpaɾlat || he has spoken
 
|-
 
| nosaltres hem parlat || nuˈzaltɾəs em ˈpaɾlat || we have spoken
 
|-
 
| vosaltres heu parlat || vuˈzaltɾəs eʊ ˈpaɾlat || you all have spoken
 
|-
 
| ells han parlat || eʎs an ˈpaɾlat || they have spoken
 
|}
 
==== Perfect Tense for -er Verbs ====
 
Example table with -er verbs in the past tense:
 
{| class="wikitable"
 
! Catalan !! Pronunciation !! English
 
|-
 
| menjar || mɛnˈd͡ʒaɾ || to eat
 
|-
 
| jo he menjat || ʒu e menˈd͡ʒat || I have eaten
 
|-
 
| tu has menjat || tu a menˈd͡ʒat || you have eaten
 
|-
 
| ell ha menjat || eʎ a menˈd͡ʒat || he has eaten
 
|-
 
| nosaltres hem menjat || nuˈzaltɾəs em menˈd͡ʒat || we have eaten
 
|-
 
| vosaltres heu menjat || vuˈzaltɾəs eʊ menˈd͡ʒat || you all have eaten
 
|-
 
| ells han menjat || eʎs an menˈd͡ʒat || they have eaten


* Jo parlava català. (I used to speak Catalan.)
|}
* Tu vivies a Barcelona. (You used to live in Barcelona.)
* Ell escrivia una carta. (He used to write a letter.)


=== Future Tense ===
==== Perfect Tense for -ir Verbs ====


The future tense is used to talk about actions that will happen in the future. To conjugate regular verbs in the future tense, we add the appropriate endings to the infinitive form of the verb. Take a look at the table below for the conjugation of regular verbs in the future tense:
Example table with -ir verbs in the past tense:


{| class="wikitable"
{| class="wikitable"
! Catalan !! Pronunciation !! English
! Catalan !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
|-
| parlar || [pərˈlaɾ] || to speak
 
| viure || ˈbiuɾe || to live
 
|-
|-
| viure || [ˈviwɾə] || to live
 
| jo he viscut || ʒu e visˈkut || I have lived
 
|-
|-
| escriure || [əskɾiˈuɾə] || to write
 
| tu has viscut || tu a visˈkut || you have lived
 
|-
 
| ell ha viscut || eʎ a visˈkut || he has lived
 
|-
 
| nosaltres hem viscut || nuˈzaltɾəs em visˈkut || we have lived
 
|-
 
| vosaltres heu viscut || vuˈzaltɾəs eʊ visˈkut || you all have lived
 
|-
 
| ells han viscut || eʎs an visˈkut || they have lived
 
|}
|}


The endings for all three types of regular verbs (-ar, -er, and -ir) in the future tense are -é, -às, -à, -em, -eu, and -an. Let's see some examples:
== Future Tense Conjugation ==
 
The future tense in Catalan can be formed using the auxiliary verb '''"anar"''' (to go) followed by the infinitive form of the main verb. This structure indicates what someone will do.
 
Here’s how to form the future tense:
 
* '''jo vaig a''' (I am going to) + infinitive
 
* '''tu vas a''' (you are going to) + infinitive
 
* '''ell/ella va a''' (he/she is going to) + infinitive
 
* '''nosaltres anem a''' (we are going to) + infinitive
 
* '''vosaltres aneu a''' (you all are going to) + infinitive
 
* '''ells/elles van a''' (they are going to) + infinitive
 
Example table for -ar, -er, and -ir verbs in the future tense:
 
{| class="wikitable"


* Jo parlaré català. (I will speak Catalan.)
! Catalan !! Pronunciation !! English
* Tu viuràs a Barcelona. (You will live in Barcelona.)
* Ell escriurà una carta. (He will write a letter.)


== Cultural Insights ==
|-


Catalan is spoken in various regions, including Catalonia, Valencia, and the Balearic Islands. While the conjugation of regular verbs remains relatively consistent across these regions, there are some slight variations in pronunciation and vocabulary. For example, in Valencia, you might hear "parlar" pronounced as [paɾˈlaɾ], and in the Balearic Islands, you might come across the term "xerrar" instead of "parlar" for "to speak." These regional differences add richness and diversity to the Catalan language.
| parlar || pərˈlar || to speak


Interesting fact: Catalan is not only spoken in Spain but also in the neighboring country of Andorra, where it is the official language. Andorra is a small principality nestled in the Pyrenees mountains and is known for its stunning landscapes and ski resorts. So, if you're ever in Andorra, you can practice your Catalan skills while enjoying the beautiful scenery!
|-
 
| jo vaig a parlar || ʒu ˈvaɪd͡ʒ a pərˈlar || I am going to speak
 
|-
 
| menjar || mɛnˈd͡ʒaɾ || to eat
 
|-
 
| jo vaig a menjar || ʒu ˈvaɪd͡ʒ a mɛnˈd͡ʒaɾ || I am going to eat
 
|-
 
| viure || ˈbiuɾe || to live
 
|-
 
| jo vaig a viure || ʒu ˈvaɪd͡ʒ a ˈbiuɾe || I am going to live
 
|}


== Practice Exercises ==
== Practice Exercises ==


Now it's time to put your knowledge of regular verb conjugation into practice! Complete the following exercises by conjugating the given regular verbs in the specified tense. Solutions and explanations will be provided afterward.
Now that we’ve covered the conjugation of regular verbs in Catalan, it's time to put your knowledge to the test! Below are some exercises to help you practice.
 
=== Exercise 1: Fill in the Blanks ===
 
Complete the sentences with the correct form of the verb in parentheses.
 
1. Jo ________ (parlar) anglès.
 
2. Ell ________ (menjar) una poma.
 
3. Nosaltres ________ (viure) a Barcelona.
 
4. Tu ________ (parlar) català molt bé.
 
5. ells ________ (menjar) a casa.
 
'''Solutions:'''
 
1. Jo parlo anglès.
 
2. Ell menja una poma.
 
3. Nosaltres vivim a Barcelona.
 
4. Tu parles català molt bé.
 
5. Ells mengen a casa.
 
=== Exercise 2: Conjugate the Verb ===
 
Conjugate the following verbs in the present tense:
 
1. estudiar (to study)
 
2. córrer (to run)
 
3. decidir (to decide)
 
'''Solutions:'''
 
1. estudiar:
 
* jo estudio
 
* tu estudies
 
* ell estudia
 
* nosaltres estudiem
 
* vosaltres estudieu
 
* ells estudien
 
2. córrer:


Exercise 1: Present Tense
* jo corro
Conjugate the following regular verbs in the present tense:


* ballar (to dance)
* tu corres
* cantar (to sing)
* llegir (to read)


Exercise 2: Past Tense
* ell corre
Conjugate the following regular verbs in the past tense:


* estudiar (to study)
* nosaltres correm
* treballar (to work)
* menjar (to eat)


Exercise 3: Future Tense
* vosaltres correu
Conjugate the following regular verbs in the future tense:


* aprendre (to learn)
* ells corren
* beure (to drink)
* obrir (to open)


== Exercise Solutions ==
3. decidir:


Exercise 1: Present Tense
* jo decideixo
* Jo ballo.
* Tu cantes.
* Ell llegeix.


Exercise 2: Past Tense
* tu decideixes
* Jo estudiava.
* Tu treballaves.
* Ell menjava.


Exercise 3: Future Tense
* ell decideix
* Jo aprendré.
* Tu beuràs.
* Ell obrirà.


== Conclusion ==
* nosaltres decidim


Congratulations on completing the lesson on regular verbs in Catalan! In this lesson, you have learned how to conjugate regular verbs in the present, past, and future tenses. You have also explored some cultural insights related to the regional variations in the usage of Catalan. Keep practicing your verb conjugation skills, and soon you'll be able to express yourself fluently in Catalan. Well done!
* vosaltres decidiu
 
* ells decideixen
 
=== Exercise 3: Translate the Sentences ===
 
Translate the following sentences into Catalan.
 
1. We will eat at the restaurant.
 
2. They spoke yesterday.
 
3. You (plural) are going to study.
 
'''Solutions:'''
 
1. Nosaltres menjarem al restaurant.
 
2. Ells van parlar ahir.
 
3. Vosaltres aneu a estudiar.
 
=== Exercise 4: Choose the Correct Verb Form ===
 
Choose the correct form of the verb in parentheses.
 
1. Ell ________ (parlar) molt bé.
 
* a) parla
 
* b) parles
 
2. Nosaltres ________ (menjar) pizza.
 
* a) mengem
 
* b) menja
 
'''Solutions:'''
 
1. a) parla
 
2. a) mengem
 
=== Exercise 5: Create Your Own Sentences ===
 
Write five sentences using the verbs "parlar," "menjar," and "viure" in different tenses.
 
'''Example Answers:'''
 
1. Jo parlo amb els meus amics. (present)
 
2. Ells van menjar paella. (past)
 
3. Nosaltres vivirem a la platja. (future)
 
=== Exercise 6: Verb Matching ===
 
Match the verb with its English translation.
 
1. cantar
 
2. ballar
 
3. llegir
 
'''Solutions:'''
 
1. cantar - to sing
 
2. ballar - to dance
 
3. llegir - to read
 
=== Exercise 7: Verb Conjugation Challenge ===
 
Conjugate the following verbs in the past tense.
 
1. treballar (to work)
 
2. escriure (to write)
 
3. dormir (to sleep)
 
'''Solutions:'''
 
1. treballar:
 
* jo he treballat
 
* tu has treballat
 
* ell ha treballat
 
* nosaltres hem treballat
 
* vosaltres heu treballat
 
* ells han treballat
 
2. escriure:
 
* jo he escrit
 
* tu has escrit
 
* ell ha escrit
 
* nosaltres hem escrit
 
* vosaltres heu escrit
 
* ells han escrit
 
3. dormir:
 
* jo he dormit
 
* tu has dormit
 
* ell ha dormit
 
* nosaltres hem dormit
 
* vosaltres heu dormit
 
* ells han dormit
 
=== Exercise 8: Fill in the Future Tense ===
 
Complete the sentences with the future tense of the verb in parentheses.
 
1. Jo ________ (parlar) amb el professor.
 
2. Ells ________ (menjar) a la festa.
 
3. Nosaltres ________ (viure) a Europa.
 
'''Solutions:'''
 
1. Jo parlaré amb el professor.
 
2. Ells menjaran a la festa.
 
3. Nosaltres viurem a Europa.
 
=== Exercise 9: Identify the Verb Tenses ===
 
Identify the verb tense used in the following sentences.
 
1. Jo he menjat.
 
2. Nosaltres parlarem.
 
3. Ell viu a Madrid.
 
'''Solutions:'''
 
1. perfect tense (past)
 
2. future tense
 
3. present tense
 
=== Exercise 10: Create a Dialogue ===
 
Create a short dialogue between two people using at least three regular verbs in different tenses.
 
'''Example Dialogue:'''
 
A: Hola! Com estàs? 
 
B: Estic bé, gràcies! Ahir vaig menjar pizza. 
 
A: Mmm, a mi m'agrada menjar pizza també! 
 
B: Demà parlarem sobre el projecte. 
 
Congratulations on completing this lesson on regular verbs! Remember, practice makes perfect, so keep using these verbs in conversation to enhance your fluency in Catalan.


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Catalan → Grammar → 0 to A1 Course → Regular Verbs

Welcome to this lesson on Regular Verbs in Catalan! Understanding how to conjugate regular verbs is essential for expressing actions and events in the language. Whether you’re talking about what you did yesterday, what you’re doing today, or what you plan to do tomorrow, mastering these verbs will help you communicate more effectively.

In this lesson, we will explore the importance of regular verbs in Catalan, how they are conjugated in the present, past, and future tenses, and provide plenty of examples to illustrate these concepts. We’ll also engage in some practice exercises to solidify your understanding.

The Importance of Regular Verbs[edit | edit source]

Regular verbs in Catalan follow specific patterns when conjugated, making them easier to learn compared to irregular verbs. By mastering these patterns, you will be able to communicate a wide range of actions. Regular verbs are classified into three groups based on their endings: -ar, -er, and -ir.

Learning to conjugate these verbs allows you to form basic sentences and express yourself in everyday situations, whether you are ordering food, asking for directions, or sharing your thoughts with friends.

Structure of the Lesson[edit | edit source]

1. Introduction to Regular Verbs

  • Overview of regular verbs
  • Importance in communication

2. Present Tense Conjugation

  • Patterns for -ar, -er, and -ir verbs
  • Examples

3. Past Tense Conjugation

  • Patterns for -ar, -er, and -ir verbs
  • Examples

4. Future Tense Conjugation

  • Patterns for forming the future tense
  • Examples

5. Practice Exercises

  • Exercises to reinforce learning
  • Detailed solutions and explanations

Introduction to Regular Verbs[edit | edit source]

Regular verbs in Catalan are characterized by their predictable conjugation patterns. Understanding these patterns will help you form sentences with ease. The three main categories of regular verbs are:

  • -ar verbs (e.g., "parlar" - to speak)
  • -er verbs (e.g., "menjar" - to eat)
  • -ir verbs (e.g., "viure" - to live)

Each of these categories follows a distinct pattern when conjugated in different tenses.

Present Tense Conjugation[edit | edit source]

In the present tense, regular verbs change their endings based on the subject pronoun. Let’s break down the conjugation patterns for each type of regular verb.

-ar Verbs[edit | edit source]

For -ar verbs, the endings change as follows:

  • jo (I) → -o
  • tu (you) → -es
  • ell/ella (he/she) → -a
  • nosaltres (we) → -em
  • vosaltres (you all) → -eu
  • ells/elles (they) → -en

Here’s a table with some examples of -ar verbs in the present tense:

Catalan Pronunciation English
parlar pərˈlar to speak
jo parlo ʒu ˈparlo I speak
tu parles tu ˈparles you speak
ell parla eʎ ˈparla he speaks
nosaltres parlem nuˈzaltɾəs pərˈlem we speak
vosaltres parleu vuˈzaltɾəs pərˈleu you all speak
ells parlen eʎs ˈparlen they speak

-er Verbs[edit | edit source]

For -er verbs, the endings change as follows:

  • jo (I) → -o
  • tu (you) → -s
  • ell/ella (he/she) → -e
  • nosaltres (we) → -em
  • vosaltres (you all) → -eu
  • ells/elles (they) → -en

Here’s a table with some examples of -er verbs in the present tense:

Catalan Pronunciation English
menjar mɛnˈd͡ʒaɾ to eat
jo menjo ʒu ˈmend͡ʒo I eat
tu menges tu ˈmeŋɡes you eat
ell menja eʎ ˈmend͡ʒa he eats
nosaltres mengem nuˈzaltɾəs mɛnˈd͡ʒem we eat
vosaltres mengeu vuˈzaltɾəs mɛnˈd͡ʒeʊ you all eat
ells mengen eʎs ˈmeŋɡen they eat

-ir Verbs[edit | edit source]

For -ir verbs, the endings change as follows:

  • jo (I) → -o
  • tu (you) → -s
  • ell/ella (he/she) → -e
  • nosaltres (we) → -im
  • vosaltres (you all) → -iu
  • ells/elles (they) → -en

Here’s a table with some examples of -ir verbs in the present tense:

Catalan Pronunciation English
viure ˈbiuɾe to live
jo visc ʒu ˈbisk I live
tu vius tu ˈbius you live
ell viu eʎ ˈbju he lives
nosaltres vivim nuˈzaltɾəs biˈvim we live
vosaltres viviu vuˈzaltɾəs biˈju you all live
ells viuen eʎs ˈbjuən they live

Past Tense Conjugation[edit | edit source]

The past tense in Catalan can be formed using the perfect tense, which is commonly used for actions completed in the past. To form the perfect tense, you use the auxiliary verb "haver" plus the past participle of the main verb.

The past participles for regular verbs are formed as follows:

  • For -ar verbs: replace -ar with -at
  • For -er verbs: replace -er with -ut
  • For -ir verbs: replace -ir with -it

Let’s take a look at how to conjugate these in the past tense.

Perfect Tense for -ar Verbs[edit | edit source]

Here’s the structure:

  • jo he (I have) + past participle
  • tu has (you have) + past participle
  • ell/ella ha (he/she has) + past participle
  • nosaltres hem (we have) + past participle
  • vosaltres heu (you all have) + past participle
  • ells/elles han (they have) + past participle

Example table with -ar verbs in the past tense:

Catalan Pronunciation English
parlar pərˈlar to speak
jo he parlat ʒu e ˈpaɾlat I have spoken
tu has parlat tu a ˈpaɾlat you have spoken
ell ha parlat eʎ a ˈpaɾlat he has spoken
nosaltres hem parlat nuˈzaltɾəs em ˈpaɾlat we have spoken
vosaltres heu parlat vuˈzaltɾəs eʊ ˈpaɾlat you all have spoken
ells han parlat eʎs an ˈpaɾlat they have spoken

Perfect Tense for -er Verbs[edit | edit source]

Example table with -er verbs in the past tense:

Catalan Pronunciation English
menjar mɛnˈd͡ʒaɾ to eat
jo he menjat ʒu e menˈd͡ʒat I have eaten
tu has menjat tu a menˈd͡ʒat you have eaten
ell ha menjat eʎ a menˈd͡ʒat he has eaten
nosaltres hem menjat nuˈzaltɾəs em menˈd͡ʒat we have eaten
vosaltres heu menjat vuˈzaltɾəs eʊ menˈd͡ʒat you all have eaten
ells han menjat eʎs an menˈd͡ʒat they have eaten

Perfect Tense for -ir Verbs[edit | edit source]

Example table with -ir verbs in the past tense:

Catalan Pronunciation English
viure ˈbiuɾe to live
jo he viscut ʒu e visˈkut I have lived
tu has viscut tu a visˈkut you have lived
ell ha viscut eʎ a visˈkut he has lived
nosaltres hem viscut nuˈzaltɾəs em visˈkut we have lived
vosaltres heu viscut vuˈzaltɾəs eʊ visˈkut you all have lived
ells han viscut eʎs an visˈkut they have lived

Future Tense Conjugation[edit | edit source]

The future tense in Catalan can be formed using the auxiliary verb "anar" (to go) followed by the infinitive form of the main verb. This structure indicates what someone will do.

Here’s how to form the future tense:

  • jo vaig a (I am going to) + infinitive
  • tu vas a (you are going to) + infinitive
  • ell/ella va a (he/she is going to) + infinitive
  • nosaltres anem a (we are going to) + infinitive
  • vosaltres aneu a (you all are going to) + infinitive
  • ells/elles van a (they are going to) + infinitive

Example table for -ar, -er, and -ir verbs in the future tense:

Catalan Pronunciation English
parlar pərˈlar to speak
jo vaig a parlar ʒu ˈvaɪd͡ʒ a pərˈlar I am going to speak
menjar mɛnˈd͡ʒaɾ to eat
jo vaig a menjar ʒu ˈvaɪd͡ʒ a mɛnˈd͡ʒaɾ I am going to eat
viure ˈbiuɾe to live
jo vaig a viure ʒu ˈvaɪd͡ʒ a ˈbiuɾe I am going to live

Practice Exercises[edit | edit source]

Now that we’ve covered the conjugation of regular verbs in Catalan, it's time to put your knowledge to the test! Below are some exercises to help you practice.

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

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

1. Jo ________ (parlar) anglès.

2. Ell ________ (menjar) una poma.

3. Nosaltres ________ (viure) a Barcelona.

4. Tu ________ (parlar) català molt bé.

5. ells ________ (menjar) a casa.

Solutions:

1. Jo parlo anglès.

2. Ell menja una poma.

3. Nosaltres vivim a Barcelona.

4. Tu parles català molt bé.

5. Ells mengen a casa.

Exercise 2: Conjugate the Verb[edit | edit source]

Conjugate the following verbs in the present tense:

1. estudiar (to study)

2. córrer (to run)

3. decidir (to decide)

Solutions:

1. estudiar:

  • jo estudio
  • tu estudies
  • ell estudia
  • nosaltres estudiem
  • vosaltres estudieu
  • ells estudien

2. córrer:

  • jo corro
  • tu corres
  • ell corre
  • nosaltres correm
  • vosaltres correu
  • ells corren

3. decidir:

  • jo decideixo
  • tu decideixes
  • ell decideix
  • nosaltres decidim
  • vosaltres decidiu
  • ells decideixen

Exercise 3: Translate the Sentences[edit | edit source]

Translate the following sentences into Catalan.

1. We will eat at the restaurant.

2. They spoke yesterday.

3. You (plural) are going to study.

Solutions:

1. Nosaltres menjarem al restaurant.

2. Ells van parlar ahir.

3. Vosaltres aneu a estudiar.

Exercise 4: Choose the Correct Verb Form[edit | edit source]

Choose the correct form of the verb in parentheses.

1. Ell ________ (parlar) molt bé.

  • a) parla
  • b) parles

2. Nosaltres ________ (menjar) pizza.

  • a) mengem
  • b) menja

Solutions:

1. a) parla

2. a) mengem

Exercise 5: Create Your Own Sentences[edit | edit source]

Write five sentences using the verbs "parlar," "menjar," and "viure" in different tenses.

Example Answers:

1. Jo parlo amb els meus amics. (present)

2. Ells van menjar paella. (past)

3. Nosaltres vivirem a la platja. (future)

Exercise 6: Verb Matching[edit | edit source]

Match the verb with its English translation.

1. cantar

2. ballar

3. llegir

Solutions:

1. cantar - to sing

2. ballar - to dance

3. llegir - to read

Exercise 7: Verb Conjugation Challenge[edit | edit source]

Conjugate the following verbs in the past tense.

1. treballar (to work)

2. escriure (to write)

3. dormir (to sleep)

Solutions:

1. treballar:

  • jo he treballat
  • tu has treballat
  • ell ha treballat
  • nosaltres hem treballat
  • vosaltres heu treballat
  • ells han treballat

2. escriure:

  • jo he escrit
  • tu has escrit
  • ell ha escrit
  • nosaltres hem escrit
  • vosaltres heu escrit
  • ells han escrit

3. dormir:

  • jo he dormit
  • tu has dormit
  • ell ha dormit
  • nosaltres hem dormit
  • vosaltres heu dormit
  • ells han dormit

Exercise 8: Fill in the Future Tense[edit | edit source]

Complete the sentences with the future tense of the verb in parentheses.

1. Jo ________ (parlar) amb el professor.

2. Ells ________ (menjar) a la festa.

3. Nosaltres ________ (viure) a Europa.

Solutions:

1. Jo parlaré amb el professor.

2. Ells menjaran a la festa.

3. Nosaltres viurem a Europa.

Exercise 9: Identify the Verb Tenses[edit | edit source]

Identify the verb tense used in the following sentences.

1. Jo he menjat.

2. Nosaltres parlarem.

3. Ell viu a Madrid.

Solutions:

1. perfect tense (past)

2. future tense

3. present tense

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

Create a short dialogue between two people using at least three regular verbs in different tenses.

Example Dialogue:

A: Hola! Com estàs?

B: Estic bé, gràcies! Ahir vaig menjar pizza.

A: Mmm, a mi m'agrada menjar pizza també!

B: Demà parlarem sobre el projecte.

Congratulations on completing this lesson on regular verbs! Remember, practice makes perfect, so keep using these verbs in conversation to enhance your fluency in Catalan.

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


Introduction to Catalan


Greetings and Introductions


Articles and Nouns


Numbers and Time


Adjectives and Pronouns


Family and Relationships


Verbs and Tenses


Food and Dining


Prepositions and Conjunctions


Travel and Transportation


Catalan Culture

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