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Welcome to the lesson on the Present Tense in Tatar! Understanding how to express actions and states that are happening now is crucial for any language learner. The present tense allows us to describe our daily lives, share our thoughts, and communicate effectively in various situations. In Tatar, the present tense is used to talk about habitual actions, ongoing situations, and general truths.

Throughout this lesson, we will explore the verb conjugations for both regular and irregular verbs, accompanied by numerous examples to help solidify your understanding. We'll also engage in practical exercises to ensure you can apply what you've learned in real-life contexts.

So, let's dive into the world of Tatar verbs and discover how to express the present tense with confidence!

Importance of Present Tense in Tatar

The present tense is a foundational aspect of any language, and Tatar is no exception. Being able to use the present tense allows you to:

• Describe what you are currently doing

• Express your thoughts and feelings

• Talk about routines and habits

• Share facts and general truths

In Tatar, the present tense is characterized by specific endings for verbs, which vary depending on whether the verb is regular or irregular.

Structure of the Lesson

1. Overview of Present Tense

2. Regular Verb Conjugation

3. Irregular Verb Conjugation

4. Examples of Present Tense in Sentences

5. Practical Exercises

6. Solutions and Explanations for Exercises

Overview of Present Tense

In Tatar, the present tense is formed by conjugating the verb according to the subject. Generally, we will focus on the following pronouns for verb conjugation:

• Min (I)

• Sin (You - singular)

• Ul (He/She/It)

• Bez (We)

• Siz (You - plural/formal)

• Alar (They)

The ending of the verb changes based on the subject performing the action.

Regular Verb Conjugation

Regular verbs in Tatar follow a predictable pattern when conjugated in the present tense. Here’s how it works:

General Conjugation Pattern:

• For verbs ending in -у or -ю:

• Min (I): -ам / -ем

• Sin (You): -асың / -әсәң

• Ul (He/She/It): -а / -я

• Bez (We): -абыз / -ебез

• Siz (You - plural/formal): -асыз / -әсез

• Alar (They): -алар / -ләр

Now let's look at some examples of regular verbs in tables.

Tatar	Pronunciation	English
йөрим	jöyrim	I walk
йөрисең	jöyriseñ	You walk
йөри	jöri	He/She/It walks
йөрибез	jöreibez	We walk
йөрисез	jöyrisez	You (plural/formal) walk
йөриләр	jöyrilər	They walk

Tatar	Pronunciation	English
укыйм	uqıym	I read
укыйсың	uqıysıñ	You read
укый	uqıy	He/She/It reads
укыйбыз	uqıybız	We read
укыйсыз	uqıysız	You (plural/formal) read
укыйлар	uqıylılar	They read

Irregular Verb Conjugation

Irregular verbs do not follow the standard conjugation patterns. Here are some common irregular verbs and their present tense forms:

Tatar	Pronunciation	English
булсам	bulsam	I am
син булсаң	sin bulsañ	You are
ул булса	ul bulsa	He/She/It is
без булсак	bez bulsaq	We are
сез булсагыз	sez bulsağız	You (plural/formal) are
алар булсалар	alar bulsalar	They are

Tatar	Pronunciation	English
беләм	beläm	I know
беләсең	beläseñ	You know
белә	belä	He/She/It knows
беләбез	beläbez	We know
беләсез	beläsez	You (plural/formal) know
беләләр	belälär	They know

Examples of Present Tense in Sentences

Now, let’s see how these verbs are used in sentences.

Tatar	Pronunciation	English
Мин китап укыйм.	Min kitap uqıym.	I read a book.
Син мәктәпкә барасың.	Sin mäktäpkä barasıñ.	You go to school.
Ул эшли.	Ul eşli.	He/She/It works.
Без кино карыйбыз.	Bez kino qarıybız.	We watch a movie.
Сез урамда йөрисез.	Sez uramda jöyrisez.	You (plural/formal) walk in the street.
Алар ял итәләр.	Alar yal itälär.	They rest.

Tatar	Pronunciation	English
Мин күрәм.	Min küräm.	I see.
Син ишетәсең.	Sin işetäseñ.	You hear.
Ул уйный.	Ul uynıy.	He/She/It plays.
Без сөйләшәбез.	Bez söyläşäbez.	We talk.
Сез яза аласыз.	Sez yazı ala alasız.	You (plural/formal) can write.
Алар җырлыйлар.	Alar cırlıylar.	They sing.

Practical Exercises

To reinforce your understanding, here are some exercises for you to practice.

Exercise 1: Fill in the Blanks

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

1. Мин (китап) __________.

2. Син (эшләү) __________.

3. Ул (белү) __________.

4. Без (йөрү) __________.

5. Сез (укый) __________.

6. Алар (җырлау) __________.

Exercise 2: Conjugate the Verbs

Conjugate the following verbs in the present tense for all pronouns.

1. Язырга (to write)

2. Сәяхәт итәргә (to travel)

3. Уйнау (to play)

Exercise 3: Translate the Sentences

Translate the following sentences from English to Tatar.

1. I eat.

2. You (plural) see.

3. They listen.

4. We are happy.

5. He runs.

Exercise 4: Sentence Creation

Create your own sentences using the following verbs in the present tense:

1. Укырга (to read)

2. Язырга (to write)

3. Уйнау (to play)

Exercise 5: Identify the Verb Tense

Identify if the following sentences are in the present tense or not.

1. Мин китап укыйм.

2. Ул күргән.

3. Без эшлибез.

4. Син уйнагансың.

Exercise 6: Match the Pronouns

Match the pronouns with their correct verb forms.

1. Мин (a) __________

2. Син (b) __________

3. Ул (c) __________

4. Без (d) __________

5. Сез (e) __________

6. Алар (f) __________

Exercise 7: Complete the Dialogue

Fill in the dialogue with the correct present tense verbs.

A: Син (китап) __________?

B: Әйе, мин (укый) __________.

Exercise 8: Correct the Mistakes

Find and correct the mistakes in the following sentences.

1. Мин бару.

2. Ул яза.

3. Без күрсәк.

4. Алар уйна.

Exercise 9: Verb Conjugation Challenge

Write the present tense forms for the verb "йөрергә" (to walk) for all pronouns.

Exercise 10: Create a Short Story

Write a short story (3-5 sentences) using at least three different verbs in the present tense.

Solutions and Explanations for Exercises

Here are the solutions to the exercises for your review:

Exercise 1: Fill in the Blanks

1. Мин (китап) укыйм.

2. Син (эшләү) эшлисең.

3. Ул (белү) белә.

4. Без (йөрү) йөрибез.

5. Сез (укый) укыйсыз.

6. Алар (җырлау) җырлыйлар.

Exercise 2: Conjugate the Verbs

1. Язырга (to write)

• Min язам

• Sin язасың

• Ul яза

• Bez язабыз

• Sez язасыз

• Alar яза

2. Сәяхәт итәргә (to travel)

• Min сәяхәт итәм

• Sin сәяхәт итәсең

• Ul сәяхәт итә

• Bez сәяхәт итәбез

• Sez сәяхәт итәсез

• Alar сәяхәт итәләр

3. Уйнау (to play)

• Min уйныйм

• Sin уйныйсың

• Ul уйный

• Bez уйныйбыз

• Sez уйныйсыз

• Alar уйныйлар

Exercise 3: Translate the Sentences

1. I eat. - Мин ашыйм.

2. You (plural) see. - Сез күрәсез.

3. They listen. - Алар тыңлыйлар.

4. We are happy. - Без шатбыз.

5. He runs. - Ул йөгерә.

Exercise 4: Sentence Creation

(Answers will vary based on student creativity, but should include correct verb forms.)

Exercise 5: Identify the Verb Tense

1. Мин китап укыйм. - Present

2. Ул күргән. - Not Present

3. Без эшлибез. - Present

4. Син уйнагансың. - Not Present

Exercise 6: Match the Pronouns

1. Мин (a) язам

2. Син (b) язасың

3. Ул (c) яза

4. Без (d) язабыз

5. Сез (e) язасыз

6. Алар (f) яза

Exercise 7: Complete the Dialogue

A: Син (китап) укыйсың?

B: Әйе, мин (укыйм) укыйм.

Exercise 8: Correct the Mistakes

1. Мин бару. - (Correct: Мин барам.)

2. Ул яза. - (Correct: No correction needed.)

3. Без күрсәк. - (Correct: Без күрәбез.)

4. Алар уйна. - (Correct: Алар уйныйлар.)

Exercise 9: Verb Conjugation Challenge

1. Йөрергә (to walk)

• Min йөрим

• Sin йөрисең

• Ul йөри

• Bez йөрибез

• Sez йөрисез

• Alar йөриләр

Exercise 10: Create a Short Story

(Answers will vary based on student creativity, but should include correct verb forms.)

Congratulations! You've now taken your first steps into the world of Tatar verbs in the present tense. Remember, practice makes perfect, so keep using these structures in your conversations. As you progress, you'll find yourself using the present tense naturally and confidently.

Table of Contents - Tatar Course - 0 to A1

• Course Presentation

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Greetings and Introductions

• Basic Greetings
• Introducing Yourself

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Sentence Structure

• Subject-Verb-Object
• Question Formation

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Numbers and Time

• Numbers 1-20
• Telling Time

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Nouns and Pronouns

• Noun Cases
• Personal Pronouns

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Family and Relationships

• Family Members
• Describing Relationships

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Verbs and Tenses

• Present Tense
• Past Tense

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Food and Dining

• Common Foods
• Ordering at a Restaurant

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Adjectives and Adverbs

• Adjective Agreement
• Comparatives and Superlatives

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Travel and Transportation

• Modes of Transportation
• Asking for Directions

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Prepositions and Conjunctions

• Prepositions
• Conjunctions

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Hobbies and Leisure

• Sports and Activities
• Entertainment and Media

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Tatar Customs and Traditions

• Traditional Holidays
• Tatar Cuisine

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Shopping and Services

• Clothing and Accessories
• At the Market

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Negation and Commands

• Negation
• Commands and Requests

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Tatar History and Society

• Historical Overview
• Modern Tatar Society

Sources

• Tatar language - Wikipedia
• TATAR GRAMMAR
• Crimean Tatar language - Wikipedia

Other Lessons

• Personal Pronouns
• Commands and Requests
• Prepositions
• How to Use Have
• Comparatives and Superlatives
• Noun Cases
• Conjunctions
• Conditional Mood
• 0 to A1 Course
• Give your Opinion

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