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Dari Grammar - How to Use "Be"

Hi Dari learners! 😊
In this lesson, we will learn how to use the verb "be" in Dari grammar. We will start by understanding the concept of the verb "be" and its different forms. We will then move on to use the verb in simple sentences and ask questions using the verb. By the end of the lesson, you will be able to use the verb "be" in Dari grammar. So let's get started!

What is the Verb "Be"?

"Be" is an English copular verb that indicates the state of being. It is used to connect the subject of the sentence to its complement or predicate. The verb "be" has different forms and is used in different tenses in English. In Dari, the verb "be" is translated as "هست" (hast).

The Different Forms of "Be"

In Dari, the verb "be" has three different forms:

Form Dari English Translation
Present Simple هست (hast) am, is, are
Present Continuous دارد (daarad) am, is, are + verb + ing
Present Perfect بوده‌ام (budaham), بوده‌ای (buday), بوده‌است (budast) have/has been

Using "Be" in Simple Sentences

To use the verb "be" in simple sentences, we need to follow this pattern: Subject + Verb "be" + Complement. Here are some examples:

Dari Pronunciation English
من هستم. man hastam. I am.
تو هستی. to hasti. You are.
او هست. u hast. He/she/it is.
ما هستیم. maa hastim. We are.
شما هستید. shomaa hastid. You are.
آن‌ها هستند. aanhaa hastand. They are.

Using "Be" in Questions

To use the verb "be" in questions, we need to invert the subject and the verb "be". Here are some examples:

Dari Pronunciation English
آیا من هستم؟ aayaa man hastam? Am I?
آیا تو هستی؟ aayaa to hasti? Are you?
آیا او هست؟ aayaa u hast? Is he/she/it?
آیا ما هستیم؟ aayaa maa hastim? Are we?
آیا شما هستید؟ aayaa shomaa hastid? Are you?
آیا آن‌ها هستند؟ aayaa aanhaa hastand? Are they?

Using "Be" in Present Continuous

To use the present continuous tense in Dari, we need to use the verb "دارد" (daarad) followed by the present participle (verb + ing). Here are some examples:

Dari Pronunciation English
من می‌خواهم برای کار درس بخوانم. man mikhaaham baaraaye kaar dars bekhaanam. I am studying for work.
تو در حال خوردن شام هستی. to dar haal-e khor-dan-e shaam hasti. You are eating dinner.

Cultural Information

In Dari language and Afghan culture, it is common to use the verb "be" to express nationality, occupation, or faith. For example:

  • او مسلمان است. (u musliman ast.) (He/she is a Muslim.)
  • او آمریکایی است. (u Amerikaa'ii ast.) (He/she is American.)
  • او پزشک است. (u pezeshk ast.) (He/she is a doctor.)

By learning how to use the verb "be," you will be able to express your nationality, occupation, or faith in Dari language and Afghan culture.

Dialogue

To give you an idea of how to use the verb "be" in context, here's a dialogue between two people:

  • Person 1: تو کجایی؟ (to kojaa'ii?) (Where are you?)
  • Person 2: من در خانه هستم. (man dar khaaneh hastam.) (I am at home.)
  • Person 1: آیا تو دانشجوی دانشگاه هستی؟ (aayaa to daaneshju-ye daaneshgaah hasti?) (Are you a university student?)
  • Person 2: بله، من دانشجوی دانشگاه هستم. (baleh, man daaneshju-ye daaneshgaah hastam.) (Yes, I am a university student.)

Practice Exercise

Now, let's practice using the verb "be" in Dari language. Here are some sentences for you to translate into Dari:

  • I am a teacher.
  • You are a student.
  • He is happy.
  • She is not hungry.
  • We are busy.
  • They are tired.

Conclusion

Congratulations! You have learned how to use the verb "be" in Dari language. Remember to practice and use the verb in different contexts. To improve your Dari Grammar, you can also use the Polyglot Club website. Find native speakers and ask them any questions!

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