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== Personal Pronouns == | == Cebuano Personal Pronouns == | ||
Personal pronouns are used to refer to the person speaking (first person), the person being spoken to (second person), or the person being talked about (third person). Here's a table of personal pronouns in Cebuano: | Personal pronouns in Cebuano, like in many languages, play a crucial role in everyday communication. They are used to refer to the person speaking (first person), the person being spoken to (second person), or the person being talked about (third person). Unlike English, Cebuano pronouns do not distinguish gender in the third person, making them more general in usage. Additionally, Cebuano has inclusive and exclusive forms for the first person plural, distinguishing between including or excluding the listener in "we." Here's a comprehensive table of personal pronouns in Cebuano: | ||
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These pronouns are vital for forming sentences and expressing ideas and actions about oneself, others, and objects. They are often used in conjunction with verbs and possessive pronouns to convey different meanings. | |||
To illustrate these pronouns in context, here's an example dialogue: | |||
* Person 1: Asa ka paingon? (Where are you going?) | * Person 1: Asa ka paingon? (Where are you going?) | ||
* Person 2: Muadto ko sa simbahan. (I'm going to the church.) | * Person 2: Muadto ko sa simbahan. (I'm going to the church.) | ||
In this dialogue, "ka" refers to "you" in the question "Asa ka paingon?" and "ko" is used as "I" in the response "Muadto ko sa simbahan." These pronouns help clarify who is performing the action or who is the subject of the sentence. Understanding and correctly using these pronouns is fundamental for effective communication in Cebuano. | |||
== Possessive Pronouns == | == Possessive Pronouns == | ||
Revision as of 22:29, 15 November 2023
Hi Cebuano learners! 😊
In this lesson, we will learn about the different types of pronouns in Cebuano. Pronouns are used in place of a noun to avoid repetition or to refer to a noun that has already been mentioned. This lesson is designed for intermediate level learners who want to improve their Cebuano Grammar. Don't forget to practice with native speakers! Find native speakers and ask them any questions!
Cebuano Personal Pronouns
Personal pronouns in Cebuano, like in many languages, play a crucial role in everyday communication. They are used to refer to the person speaking (first person), the person being spoken to (second person), or the person being talked about (third person). Unlike English, Cebuano pronouns do not distinguish gender in the third person, making them more general in usage. Additionally, Cebuano has inclusive and exclusive forms for the first person plural, distinguishing between including or excluding the listener in "we." Here's a comprehensive table of personal pronouns in Cebuano:
| Cebuano | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| ako | /ä-kô/ | I / me |
| ikaw | /ē-kow/ | you |
| siya | /sē-yä/ | he / she / it |
| kami | /kä-mē/ | we / us (inclusive) |
| kita | /kē-tä/ | we / us (exclusive) |
| kamo | /kä-mō/ | you (plural) |
| sila | /sē-lä/ | they / them |
These pronouns are vital for forming sentences and expressing ideas and actions about oneself, others, and objects. They are often used in conjunction with verbs and possessive pronouns to convey different meanings.
To illustrate these pronouns in context, here's an example dialogue:
- Person 1: Asa ka paingon? (Where are you going?)
- Person 2: Muadto ko sa simbahan. (I'm going to the church.)
In this dialogue, "ka" refers to "you" in the question "Asa ka paingon?" and "ko" is used as "I" in the response "Muadto ko sa simbahan." These pronouns help clarify who is performing the action or who is the subject of the sentence. Understanding and correctly using these pronouns is fundamental for effective communication in Cebuano.
Possessive Pronouns
Possessive pronouns are used to show possession or ownership of something. Here's a table of possessive pronouns:
| Cebuano | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| akong | /ä-kông/ | my / mine |
| imong | /ē-mōng/ | your / yours (singular) |
| iyang | /ē-yäng/ | his / hers / its |
| among | /ä-mōng/ | our / ours (inclusive) |
| atong | /ä-tōng/ | our / ours (exclusive) |
| inyong | /ē-nyōng/ | your / yours (plural) |
| ilang | /ē-läng/ | their / theirs |
Here's an example dialogue:
- Person 1: Asa imong cellphone? (Where is your cellphone?)
- Person 2: Naa sa akong bag. (It's in my bag.)
In this dialogue, "imong" is used to refer to "your" while "akong" is used for "my."
Reflexive Pronouns
Reflexive pronouns are used when the object of a sentence is also the subject. In Cebuano, reflexive pronouns always end in "-sa." Here's a table of reflexive pronouns:
| Cebuano | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| ako mismo | /ä-kô mi-s-mô/ | myself |
| ikaw mismo | /ē-kaw mi-s-mô/ | yourself |
| siya mismo | /sē-yä mi-s-mô/ | himself / herself / itself |
| kitang tanan | /kē-täng tä-nän/ | ourselves (inclusive) |
| atong tanan | /ä-tōng tä-nän/ | ourselves (exclusive) |
| kamo mismo | /kä-mô mi-s-mô/ | yourselves (plural) |
| sila mismo | /sē-lä mi-s-mô/ | themselves |
Here's an example sentence using reflexive pronouns:
- Person 1: Nalimtan ni Juan ang iyang puto. (Juan forgot his rice cake.)
- Person 2: Hiligugmaon man gud niya ang iyang kaugalingon. (He loves himself too much.)
In this example, "nanglimtan ni Juan ang iyang puto" means "Juan forgot his rice cake" while "hiligugmaon man gud niya ang iyang kaugalingon" translates to "He loves himself too much."
Demonstrative Pronouns
Demonstrative pronouns are used to point out specific people, places, or things. In Cebuano, there are three demonstrative pronouns: "kini," "kana," and "kadto." Here's what they mean:
- "Kini" - used to point out something near the speaker.
- "Kana" - used to point out something near the listener.
- "Kadto" - used to point out something far from both the speaker and the listener.
Here's an example dialogue:
- Person 1: Unsa ni kini? (What is this?)
- Person 2: Kana mao ang pinsan ni Juan. (That is Juan's cousin.)
In this example, "kini" is used to refer to something near the speaker, while "kana" is used for something near the listener. "Mao" means "that" and is often used to reinforce demonstrative pronouns.
Interrogative Pronouns
Interrogative pronouns are used to ask questions. In Cebuano, there are three interrogative pronouns: "unsa," "kinsa," and "asa." Here's what they mean:
- "Unsa" - used to ask about things or concepts.
- "Kinsa" - used to ask about people.
- "Asa" - used to ask about places or locations.
Here's an example dialogue:
- Person 1: Unsa man ang imong pangalan? (What is your name?)
- Person 2: Si Maria. Ikaw, kinsa man ka? (My name is Maria. How about you, who are you?)
In this example, "unsa" is used to mean "what" while "kinsa" is used to mean "who." "Asa" is used to refer to "where" as in "asa ka padulong?" meaning "where are you going?"
Indefinite Pronouns
Indefinite pronouns are used to refer to non-specific people, places, or things. In Cebuano, there are several indefinite pronouns, including "bisag unsa," which means "whatever." Here's an example sentence:
- Bisag unsa pa siya kasaba sa ako, wa gyod ko kauli. (No matter what he said to me, I didn't go back.)
In this sentence, "bisag unsa" is used to mean "whatever."
Conclusion
Pronouns are essential parts of any language, and Cebuano is no exception. By learning how to use personal, possessive, reflexive, demonstrative, interrogative, and indefinite pronouns, you will be able to express yourself more clearly and avoid repetition. If you have any questions, please ask them in the comments section below.
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Sources
Having concluded this lesson, consider checking out these related pages: Say Hello and Greetings in Cebuano, How to Use Have & How to Use Be.
Videos
Bisaya 247 Lesson 1: The Basic Cebuano Pronouns - YouTube
Cebuano Lesson 4 Demonstrative Pronouns Adjectives - YouTube
Other Lessons
- Questions
- Conditional Mood
- How to Use Have
- Give your Opinion
- How to Use Be
- Negation
- Plurals
- Future Tense
- Adjectives