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== Introduction ==


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In this lesson, we will delve into the world of personal pronouns in German. Pronouns are an essential part of any language, as they allow us to refer to people, objects, and things without constantly repeating their names. Learning how to correctly use personal pronouns is crucial for effective communication in German.


As a German language teacher for over 20 years, I believe that personal pronouns are one of the most important elements of the German language. Without them, sentences would sound awkward and unclear. In this lesson, you will learn how to correctly use personal pronouns in sentences and conjugate them for different persons.
Personal pronouns in German change depending on the grammatical case, gender, and number of the noun they replace. In this lesson, we will focus on the nominative case, which is used for subjects, and explore the different forms of personal pronouns for each person.


== Nominative Case Personal Pronouns ==


<span link>With the completion of this lesson, consider investigating these related pages: [[Language/German/Grammar/Cases|Cases]] & [[Language/German/Grammar/How-to-Use-Be|How to Use Be]].</span>
In German, the nominative case is used for the subject of a sentence. The subject is the person or thing that performs the action of the verb. Let's take a look at the personal pronouns in the nominative case:
== Pronouns ==
In German, personal pronouns are used to replace nouns in a sentence. They are declined (conjugated) based on the person, gender, and case they are in. Here are the personal pronouns in German with their corresponding English equivalents:


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! German !! Pronunciation !! English
! German !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
|-
| ich || ɪç || I
| ich || [ɪç] || I
|-
|-
| du || duː || you (singular)
| du || [duː] || you (informal singular)
|-
|-
| er || eːɐ̯ || he/it
| er || [eːɐ̯] || he
|-
|-
| sie (feminine) || ziː || she/it
| sie || [ziː] || she
|-
|-
| es || ɛs || it
| es || [ɛs] || it
|-
|-
| wir || vɪʁ || we
| wir || [vɪɐ̯] || we
|-
|-
| ihr || iːɐ̯ || you (plural)
| ihr || [iːɐ̯] || you (informal plural)
|-
|-
| sie (plural) || ziː || they
| sie || [ziː] || they
|-
|-
| Sie (formal) || ziː || you (formal)
| Sie || [ziː] || you (formal singular and plural)
|}
|}


Notice that the formal "you" (Sie) is capitalized in German. This is an important distinction between the formal and informal pronoun, as the informal "you" (du) is not capitalized.
Here are some examples of how to use these personal pronouns in sentences:
 
* Ich bin müde. (I am tired.)
* Du bist mein Freund. (You are my friend.)
* Er liest ein Buch. (He is reading a book.)
* Sie geht ins Kino. (She is going to the cinema.)
* Es regnet. (It is raining.)
* Wir sind glücklich. (We are happy.)
* Ihr habt eine Katze. (You have a cat.)
* Sie spielen Fußball. (They are playing soccer.)
* Wie geht es Ihnen? (How are you?)
 
As you can see, personal pronouns in German must agree with the gender and number of the noun they replace. It's important to remember that "Sie" (capitalized) can be used both as a formal singular and plural pronoun, which can be confusing for beginners.
 
== Conjugation of Personal Pronouns ==


== Conjugation ==
In addition to changing form based on gender and number, personal pronouns in German also undergo conjugation based on the verb tense and mood. Let's take a closer look at the conjugation of personal pronouns in the present tense:
Personal pronouns must be conjugated based on the case they are in. In German, there are four cases: nominative, accusative, dative, and genitive. In this lesson, we will only focus on the nominative case, which is used for the subject of the sentence.


Here are the nominative case pronouns with their corresponding English equivalents:
=== Singular ===


{| class="wikitable"
* Ich (I) - e.g., Ich bin (I am)
! German !! Pronunciation !! English
* Du (You informal singular) - e.g., Du bist (You are)
|-
* Er (He) - e.g., Er ist (He is)
| ich || ɪç || I
* Sie (She) - e.g., Sie ist (She is)
|-
* Es (It) - e.g., Es ist (It is)
| du || duː || you (singular)
 
|-
=== Plural ===
| er || eːɐ̯ || he
|-
| sie (feminine) || ziː || she
|-
| es || ɛs || it
|-
| wir || vɪʁ || we
|-
| ihr || iːɐ̯ || you (plural)
|-
| sie (plural) || ziː || they
|-
| Sie (formal) || ziː || you (formal)
|}


When conjugating personal pronouns, you must also pay attention to the gender of the noun they are replacing. For example, if the noun is masculine, you would use "er" instead of "sie" to mean "he" rather than "she."
* Wir (We) - e.g., Wir sind (We are)
* Ihr (You informal plural) - e.g., Ihr seid (You are)
* Sie (They) - e.g., Sie sind (They are)
* Sie (You formal singular and plural) - e.g., Sie sind (You are)


Here are some example sentences with correct personal pronoun usage:
Here are some examples of personal pronouns in sentences using the present tense:


* Ich bin müde. (I am tired.)
* Ich spiele Fußball. (I play soccer.)
* Du isst einen Apfel. (You are eating an apple.)
* Du gehst zur Schule. (You go to school.)
* Er liest ein Buch. (He is reading a book.)
* Er liest ein Buch. (He is reading a book.)
* Sie (feminine) singt gut. (She sings well.)
* Sie geht ins Kino. (She is going to the cinema.)
* Es ist kalt. (It is cold.)
* Es regnet. (It is raining.)
* Wir gehen ins Kino. (We are going to the cinema.)
* Wir sprechen Deutsch. (We speak German.)
* Ihr sprecht Deutsch. (You all speak German.)
* Ihr kauft ein Eis. (You are buying ice cream.)
* Sie (plural) kommen später. (They are coming later.)
* Sie spielen Fußball. (They are playing soccer.)
* Wie geht es Ihnen? (How are you?)
* Wie geht es Ihnen? (How are you?)


== Reflexive Pronouns ==
It's important to note that the conjugation of personal pronouns in German can be different for each verb tense and mood. This requires practice and familiarity with the various conjugation patterns.
Reflexive pronouns are used when the subject of the sentence is also the object of the sentence. For example, "I see myself in the mirror." In German, reflexive pronouns are formed by adding "sich" to the appropriate nominative personal pronoun. Here are the reflexive pronouns with their corresponding nominative personal pronouns:


{| class="wikitable"
== Summary ==
! German !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
| ich || ɪç || myself
|-
| du || duː || yourself
|-
| er || eːɐ̯ || himself
|-
| sie (feminine) || ziː || herself
|-
| es || ɛs || itself
|-
| wir || vɪʁ || ourselves
|-
| ihr || iːɐ̯ || yourselves
|-
| sie (plural) || ziː || themselves
|-
| Sie (formal) || ziː || yourself
|}


Here is an example sentence with a reflexive pronoun:
In this lesson, we have explored the world of personal pronouns in German. We have learned about the different forms of personal pronouns in the nominative case and their corresponding conjugation for each person. Understanding how personal pronouns work is crucial for constructing grammatically correct sentences in German.


* Ich rasiere mich. (I am shaving myself.)
Personal pronouns play a vital role in communication, allowing us to refer to people, objects, and things without repeating their names. By mastering the use and conjugation of personal pronouns, you will enhance your ability to express yourself in German and engage in meaningful conversations.


== Summary ==
Continue practicing personal pronouns and their conjugation in various contexts to solidify your understanding. In the next lesson, we will delve into possessive pronouns and explore how they are used to indicate ownership. Bis zum nächsten Mal! (Until next time!)
Personal pronouns are essential to German sentence structure, and proper conjugation is crucial for clear communication. Pay attention to the gender of the noun, the case used in the sentence, and whether or not the pronoun is reflexive. Practice using personal pronouns in common sentence structures to improve your German skills.
 
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==Sources==
* [https://germanwithlaura.com/personal-pronouns/ German Personal Pronouns: Your Essential Guide]
* [https://www.berlitz.com/blog/german-pronouns German Pronouns: 9 Types to Learn | An Actually Fun Guide]
* [https://blog.busuu.com/german-pronouns-guide/ German pronouns: a fun beginner's guide – Busuu Blog]


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==Sources==
* [https://germanwithlaura.com/personal-pronouns/ German Personal Pronouns: Your Essential Guide]
* [https://www.berlitz.com/blog/german-pronouns German Pronouns: 9 Types to Learn | An Actually Fun Guide]
* [https://blog.busuu.com/german-pronouns-guide/ German pronouns: a fun beginner's guide – Busuu Blog]


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Introduction[edit | edit source]

In this lesson, we will delve into the world of personal pronouns in German. Pronouns are an essential part of any language, as they allow us to refer to people, objects, and things without constantly repeating their names. Learning how to correctly use personal pronouns is crucial for effective communication in German.

Personal pronouns in German change depending on the grammatical case, gender, and number of the noun they replace. In this lesson, we will focus on the nominative case, which is used for subjects, and explore the different forms of personal pronouns for each person.

Nominative Case Personal Pronouns[edit | edit source]

In German, the nominative case is used for the subject of a sentence. The subject is the person or thing that performs the action of the verb. Let's take a look at the personal pronouns in the nominative case:

German Pronunciation English
ich [ɪç] I
du [duː] you (informal singular)
er [eːɐ̯] he
sie [ziː] she
es [ɛs] it
wir [vɪɐ̯] we
ihr [iːɐ̯] you (informal plural)
sie [ziː] they
Sie [ziː] you (formal singular and plural)

Here are some examples of how to use these personal pronouns in sentences:

  • Ich bin müde. (I am tired.)
  • Du bist mein Freund. (You are my friend.)
  • Er liest ein Buch. (He is reading a book.)
  • Sie geht ins Kino. (She is going to the cinema.)
  • Es regnet. (It is raining.)
  • Wir sind glücklich. (We are happy.)
  • Ihr habt eine Katze. (You have a cat.)
  • Sie spielen Fußball. (They are playing soccer.)
  • Wie geht es Ihnen? (How are you?)

As you can see, personal pronouns in German must agree with the gender and number of the noun they replace. It's important to remember that "Sie" (capitalized) can be used both as a formal singular and plural pronoun, which can be confusing for beginners.

Conjugation of Personal Pronouns[edit | edit source]

In addition to changing form based on gender and number, personal pronouns in German also undergo conjugation based on the verb tense and mood. Let's take a closer look at the conjugation of personal pronouns in the present tense:

Singular[edit | edit source]

  • Ich (I) - e.g., Ich bin (I am)
  • Du (You informal singular) - e.g., Du bist (You are)
  • Er (He) - e.g., Er ist (He is)
  • Sie (She) - e.g., Sie ist (She is)
  • Es (It) - e.g., Es ist (It is)

Plural[edit | edit source]

  • Wir (We) - e.g., Wir sind (We are)
  • Ihr (You informal plural) - e.g., Ihr seid (You are)
  • Sie (They) - e.g., Sie sind (They are)
  • Sie (You formal singular and plural) - e.g., Sie sind (You are)

Here are some examples of personal pronouns in sentences using the present tense:

  • Ich spiele Fußball. (I play soccer.)
  • Du gehst zur Schule. (You go to school.)
  • Er liest ein Buch. (He is reading a book.)
  • Sie geht ins Kino. (She is going to the cinema.)
  • Es regnet. (It is raining.)
  • Wir sprechen Deutsch. (We speak German.)
  • Ihr kauft ein Eis. (You are buying ice cream.)
  • Sie spielen Fußball. (They are playing soccer.)
  • Wie geht es Ihnen? (How are you?)

It's important to note that the conjugation of personal pronouns in German can be different for each verb tense and mood. This requires practice and familiarity with the various conjugation patterns.

Summary[edit | edit source]

In this lesson, we have explored the world of personal pronouns in German. We have learned about the different forms of personal pronouns in the nominative case and their corresponding conjugation for each person. Understanding how personal pronouns work is crucial for constructing grammatically correct sentences in German.

Personal pronouns play a vital role in communication, allowing us to refer to people, objects, and things without repeating their names. By mastering the use and conjugation of personal pronouns, you will enhance your ability to express yourself in German and engage in meaningful conversations.

Continue practicing personal pronouns and their conjugation in various contexts to solidify your understanding. In the next lesson, we will delve into possessive pronouns and explore how they are used to indicate ownership. Bis zum nächsten Mal! (Until next time!)

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


Basic Sentence Structures


Greetings and Introduction


Definite and Indefinite Articles


Numbers, Dates and Time


Verbs and Conjugation


Family and Friends


Prepositions


Food and Drinks


Germany and German-Speaking Countries


Pronouns and Possessives


Travel and Transportation


Modal Verbs


Shopping and Clothes


Music and Entertainment


Adjectives


Health and Body


Time and Temporal Prepositions

Videos[edit | edit source]

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Other Lessons[edit | edit source]



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