Language/Czech/Grammar/Plurals
Learning Czech grammar can be a daunting task, but understanding the basics of plurals is an essential part of mastering the language. Plurals are used to indicate more than one of something, and they are formed differently in Czech than in English. In this lesson, we'll explore the rules for forming plurals in Czech and provide some examples to help you understand how they work.
Nouns
Czech nouns have two genders: masculine and feminine. The gender of a noun affects the way it is declined in the plural. Masculine nouns form their plurals by adding the suffix -ové or -i, while feminine nouns add the suffix -ky or -e.
Masculine Nouns
Masculine nouns form their plurals by adding the suffix -ové or -i. For example, the masculine noun "muž" (man) becomes "muži" in the plural. Similarly, the masculine noun "pán" (gentleman) becomes "páni" in the plural.
Feminine Nouns
Feminine nouns form their plurals by adding the suffix -ky or -e. For example, the feminine noun "žena" (woman) becomes "ženy" in the plural. Similarly, the feminine noun "paní" (lady) becomes "paní" in the plural.
Adjectives
Adjectives also change in the plural. Masculine adjectives add the suffix -í, while feminine adjectives add the suffix -í or -é. For example, the masculine adjective "velký" (big) becomes "velcí" in the plural, and the feminine adjective "malá" (small) becomes "malé" in the plural.
Examples
Here are some examples of nouns and adjectives in the plural:
- Muži (men)
- Páni (gentlemen)
- Ženy (women)
- Paní (ladies)
- Velcí (big)
- Malé (small)
By understanding the rules for forming plurals in Czech, you can start to build your vocabulary and become more confident in speaking the language. If you want to learn more about Czech grammar, why not join the Polyglot Club community? Polyglot Club is a great place to connect with other language learners and get tips and advice from experienced polyglots.
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