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As a Standard Latvian language teacher with over 20 years of experience, I know that verb conjugation can be one of the trickiest aspects of learning a new language. However, it is essential to master verb conjugation to create meaningful sentences in Latvian. In this lesson, you will learn how to distinguish different types of verbs and how to conjugate them according to person and number in the present tense.
== Introduction ==


Welcome to the lesson on Latvian verb conjugation in the present tense! In this lesson, we will learn how to distinguish different types of verbs and conjugate them according to person and number in the present tense. Understanding verb conjugation is crucial for building a solid foundation in the Latvian language. By the end of this lesson, you will be able to confidently conjugate verbs in the present tense and form basic sentences in Latvian.


<span link>Finish this lesson and explore these related pages: [[Language/Standard-latvian/Grammar/0-to-A1-Course|0 to A1 Course]] & [[Language/Standard-latvian/Grammar/The-verb-to-be-and-basic-sentence-structure|The verb to be and basic sentence structure]].</span>
== Verbs in Latvian ==
== Types of Latvian Verbs ==


In Latvian, there are two types of verbs: the first conjugation and the second conjugation verbs. The first conjugation verbs end with "-t" or "-d" in their infinitive forms, while the second conjugation verbs end in "-t" or "-t".
Verbs are an essential part of any language, and Latvian is no exception. Verbs allow us to express actions, states, and conditions. In Latvian, verbs are conjugated to match the subject of the sentence in terms of person and number. Before we dive into the conjugation rules, let's take a closer look at the different types of verbs in Latvian.


=== First Conjugation Verbs ===
=== Regular Verbs ===


First conjugation verbs end with "-t" or "-d" in their infinitive form. For example:
Regular verbs in Latvian follow a predictable pattern of conjugation. The stem of the verb remains the same, and endings are added to indicate the person and number. Let's take a look at the conjugation of a regular verb "runāt" (to speak) in the present tense:


* Runāt - to speak
{| class="wikitable"
* Darīt - to do
! Standard Latvian !! Pronunciation !! English
* Domāt - to think
|-
 
| es runāju || [ɛs ˈrunaːju] || I speak
=== Second Conjugation Verbs ===
|-
 
| tu runā || [tu ˈrunaː] || you speak (singular)
Second conjugation verbs can be divided into two subgroups: those that end in "-ot" and those that end in "-ēt". Some examples include:
|-
 
| viņš/viņa runā || [viːɲʃ/viːɲa ˈrunaː] || he/she speaks
* Dzert - to drink
|-
* Lasīt - to read
| mēs runājam || [meːs ˈrunaːjam] || we speak
* Atgriezties - to return (reflexive verb)
|-
 
| jūs runājat || [juːs ˈrunaːjat] || you speak (plural/formal)
== Conjugating Latvian Verbs in the Present Tense ==
|-
| viņi/viņas runā || [viːɲi/viːɲas ˈrunaː] || they speak
|}


To conjugate verbs in the present tense in Latvian, you need to identify the subject of the sentence and its corresponding number (singular or plural). Once you have identified the subject, remove the infinitive suffix ("-t" or "-ot") and add the appropriate present tense ending based on the subject.  
As you can see, the verb "runāt" is conjugated differently for each person and number. Pay attention to the endings that are added to the stem of the verb. This pattern remains consistent for regular verbs in the present tense.


=== First Conjugation Verbs in the Present Tense===
=== Irregular Verbs ===


To conjugate first conjugation verbs in the present tense, you need to add the following suffixes to the stem:
Irregular verbs in Latvian do not follow the same pattern as regular verbs. They have unique conjugation forms that need to be memorized. Let's take a look at the conjugation of an irregular verb "būt" (to be) in the present tense:


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! Person !! Suffix !! Example Verb
! Standard Latvian !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
|-
| 1st Singular || -u || runā-t -> runā-t-u (I speak)
| es esmu || [ɛs ˈɛsmu] || I am
|-
|-
| 2nd Singular || -i || runā-t -> runā-t-i (you speak)
| tu esi || [tu ˈɛsi] || you are (singular)
|-
|-
| 3rd Singular || -a || runā-t -> runā-t-a (he/she/it speaks)
| viņš/viņa ir || [viːɲʃ/viːɲa ˈir] || he/she is
|-
|-
| 1st Plural || -am || runā-t -> runā-t-am (we speak)
| mēs esam || [meːs ˈɛsam] || we are
|-
|-
| 2nd Plural || -at || runā-t -> runā-t-at (you all speak)
| jūs esat || [juːs ˈɛsat] || you are (plural/formal)
|-
|-
| 3rd Plural || -a || runā-t -> runā-t-a (they speak)
| viņi/viņas ir || [viːɲi/viːɲas ˈir] || they are
|}
|}


For example, to conjugate runāt (to speak) in the present tense for the third person singular (he/she/it speaks), you would remove the "-t" suffix and add "-a" to get "runā-a".
As you can see, the verb "būt" has its own unique conjugation forms. It's important to memorize these forms as they are commonly used in everyday conversation.
 
=== Second Conjugation Verbs in the Present Tense ===
 
Second conjugation verbs are conjugated similarly to the first conjugation verbs. However, there are some changes to note:


* Second conjugation verbs that end with "-ot" and "-ēt" are both conjugated the same way
=== Reflexive Verbs ===
* Second conjugation verbs that end with "-ēt" require the addition of "-j" before the personal suffixes for the first and second persons singular


Check out the table below for the complete set of suffixes to add for the present tense of second conjugation verbs:
Reflexive verbs in Latvian indicate that the subject of the sentence is also the recipient of the action. These verbs are formed by adding the reflexive pronoun "sevi" or "sev" to the stem of the verb. Let's take a look at the conjugation of a reflexive verb "mazgāties" (to wash oneself) in the present tense:


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! Person !! Suffix !! Example Verb (dzert)
! Standard Latvian !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
|-
| 1st Singular || -u || dzer-t -> dzer-t-u (I drink)
| es mazgājos || [ɛs ˈmazɡaːjos] || I wash myself
|-
|-
| 2nd Singular || -i || dzer-t -> dzer-t-i (you drink)
| tu mazgājies || [tu ˈmazɡaːjɛs] || you wash yourself (singular)
|-
|-
| 3rd Singular || - || dzer-t -> dzer (he/she/it drinks)
| viņš/viņa mazgājas || [viːɲʃ/viːɲa ˈmazɡaːjas] || he/she washes themselves
|-
|-
| 1st Plural || -am || dzer-t -> dzer-t-am (we drink)
| mēs mazgājamies || [meːs ˈmazɡaːjamɪɛs] || we wash ourselves
|-
|-
| 2nd Plural || -at || dzer-t -> dzer-t-at (you all drink)
| jūs mazgājaties || [juːs ˈmazɡaːjatɪɛs] || you wash yourselves (plural/formal)
|-
|-
| 3rd Plural || - || dzer-t -> dzer (they drink)
| viņi/viņas mazgājas || [viːɲi/viːɲas ˈmazɡaːjas] || they wash themselves
|}
|}


For the verb dzert (to drink), note that there is no suffix for the third person singular. It is important to memorize the special conjugations for second conjugation verbs that end in "-ēt"
Reflexive verbs are an important aspect of Latvian grammar, and they are used frequently in everyday speech.
 
== Conjugation in the Present Tense ==
 
Now that we have a better understanding of the different types of verbs in Latvian, let's focus on the conjugation in the present tense. In Latvian, verbs are conjugated according to person (1st, 2nd, or 3rd) and number (singular or plural).
 
=== 1st Person Singular ===
 
The 1st person singular refers to the speaker themselves. To conjugate a verb in the present tense for the 1st person singular, remove the "-t" from the infinitive form of the verb and add "-u" to the stem. Let's take a look at some examples:
 
* runāt (to speak) - es runāju (I speak)
* dzert (to drink) - es dzeru (I drink)
* lasīt (to read) - es lasu (I read)
 
=== 2nd Person Singular ===
 
The 2nd person singular refers to the person you are addressing. To conjugate a verb in the present tense for the 2nd person singular, remove the "-t" from the infinitive form of the verb and add "-i" to the stem. Let's take a look at some examples:
 
* runāt (to speak) - tu runā (you speak)
* dzert (to drink) - tu dzeri (you drink)
* lasīt (to read) - tu lasi (you read)
 
=== 3rd Person Singular ===
 
The 3rd person singular refers to he, she, or it. To conjugate a verb in the present tense for the 3rd person singular, remove the "-t" from the infinitive form of the verb and add "-a" to the stem. Let's take a look at some examples:
 
* runāt (to speak) - viņš/viņa runā (he/she speaks)
* dzert (to drink) - viņš/viņa dzer (he/she drinks)
* lasīt (to read) - viņš/viņa lasa (he/she reads)
 
=== 1st Person Plural ===
 
The 1st person plural refers to a group of people that includes the speaker. To conjugate a verb in the present tense for the 1st person plural, remove the "-t" from the infinitive form of the verb and add "-am" to the stem. Let's take a look at some examples:
 
* runāt (to speak) - mēs runājam (we speak)
* dzert (to drink) - mēs dzeram (we drink)
* lasīt (to read) - mēs lasām (we read)
 
=== 2nd Person Plural ===
 
The 2nd person plural refers to a group of people that does not include the speaker. To conjugate a verb in the present tense for the 2nd person plural, remove the "-t" from the infinitive form of the verb and add "-at" to the stem. Let's take a look at some examples:
 
* runāt (to speak) - jūs runājat (you speak)
* dzert (to drink) - jūs dzerat (you drink)
* lasīt (to read) - jūs lasāt (you read)
 
=== 3rd Person Plural ===
 
The 3rd person plural refers to a group of people or things. To conjugate a verb in the present tense for the 3rd person plural, remove the "-t" from the infinitive form of the verb and add "-a" to the stem. Let's take a look at some examples:
 
* runāt (to speak) - viņi/viņas runā (they speak)
* dzert (to drink) - viņi/viņas dzer (they drink)
* lasīt (to read) - viņi/viņas lasa (they read)
 
== Exercises ==
 
Now it's time to practice what you have learned! Try conjugating the following verbs in the present tense according to the given person and number. Remember to remove the "-t" from the infinitive form of the verb and add the corresponding ending to the stem.
 
1. runāt (to speak)
  a) es (I) -
  b) tu (you singular) -
  c) viņš/viņa (he/she) -
  d) mēs (we) -
  e) jūs (you plural/formal) -
  f) viņi/viņas (they) -
 
2. dzert (to drink)
  a) es (I) -
  b) tu (you singular) -
  c) viņš/viņa (he/she) -
  d) mēs (we) -
  e) jūs (you plural/formal) -
  f) viņi/viņas (they) -
 
3. lasīt (to read)
  a) es (I) -
  b) tu (you singular) -
  c) viņš/viņa (he/she) -
  d) mēs (we) -
  e) jūs (you plural/formal) -
  f) viņi/viņas (they) -
 
== Solutions ==


== Irregular Verbs in the Present Tense ==
1. runāt (to speak)
  a) es (I) - es runāju
  b) tu (you singular) - tu runā
  c) viņš/viņa (he/she) - viņš/viņa runā
  d) mēs (we) - mēs runājam
  e) jūs (you plural/formal) - jūs runājat
  f) viņi/viņas (they) - viņi/viņas runā


Some verbs do not follow the regular present tense suffixes. Here are some examples:
2. dzert (to drink)
  a) es (I) - es dzeru
  b) tu (you singular) - tu dzeri
  c) viņš/viņa (he/she) - viņš/viņa dzer
  d) mēs (we) - mēs dzeram
  e) jūs (you plural/formal) - jūs dzerat
  f) viņi/viņas (they) - viņi/viņas dzer


* Es esmu - I am
3. lasīt (to read)
* Tu esi - You are
  a) es (I) - es lasu
* Viņš/viņa ir - He/she/it is
  b) tu (you singular) - tu lasi
* Mēs esam - We are
  c) viņš/viņa (he/she) - viņš/viņa lasa
* Jūs esat - You all are
  d) mēs (we) - mēs lasām
* Viņi/viņas ir - They are
  e) jūs (you plural/formal) - jūs lasāt
  f) viņi/viņas (they) - viņi/viņas lasa


Note that the verb "to be" is irregular in the present tense, and it cannot be conjugated in the same way as other verbs.
== Cultural Insight ==


I hope this lesson has helped you understand the basics of Latvian verb conjugation in the present tense. Practice makes perfect, so keep on practicing until you feel comfortable with the topic. In the next lesson, we will cover the past tense and other verb forms.  
Latvian culture places a strong emphasis on hospitality and politeness, which is reflected in the language. When addressing someone in Latvian, it is common to use the formal "jūs" instead of the informal "tu" unless you are speaking to a close friend or family member. This shows respect and creates a polite atmosphere in conversations.
 
Furthermore, Latvian culture values punctuality and reliability. It is important to arrive on time for appointments and meetings, as being late is considered disrespectful. Latvians take pride in being trustworthy and expect the same from others.
 
== Conclusion ==
 
Congratulations! You have successfully learned how to conjugate verbs in the present tense in Latvian. This knowledge will greatly enhance your ability to communicate in everyday situations and build a strong foundation in the language. Keep practicing and applying these conjugation rules to expand your vocabulary and fluency in Latvian. Next, we will explore the past tense and other verb forms in Latvian. Līdz nākamreiz! (Until next time!)


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Introduction[edit | edit source]

Welcome to the lesson on Latvian verb conjugation in the present tense! In this lesson, we will learn how to distinguish different types of verbs and conjugate them according to person and number in the present tense. Understanding verb conjugation is crucial for building a solid foundation in the Latvian language. By the end of this lesson, you will be able to confidently conjugate verbs in the present tense and form basic sentences in Latvian.

Verbs in Latvian[edit | edit source]

Verbs are an essential part of any language, and Latvian is no exception. Verbs allow us to express actions, states, and conditions. In Latvian, verbs are conjugated to match the subject of the sentence in terms of person and number. Before we dive into the conjugation rules, let's take a closer look at the different types of verbs in Latvian.

Regular Verbs[edit | edit source]

Regular verbs in Latvian follow a predictable pattern of conjugation. The stem of the verb remains the same, and endings are added to indicate the person and number. Let's take a look at the conjugation of a regular verb "runāt" (to speak) in the present tense:

Standard Latvian Pronunciation English
es runāju [ɛs ˈrunaːju] I speak
tu runā [tu ˈrunaː] you speak (singular)
viņš/viņa runā [viːɲʃ/viːɲa ˈrunaː] he/she speaks
mēs runājam [meːs ˈrunaːjam] we speak
jūs runājat [juːs ˈrunaːjat] you speak (plural/formal)
viņi/viņas runā [viːɲi/viːɲas ˈrunaː] they speak

As you can see, the verb "runāt" is conjugated differently for each person and number. Pay attention to the endings that are added to the stem of the verb. This pattern remains consistent for regular verbs in the present tense.

Irregular Verbs[edit | edit source]

Irregular verbs in Latvian do not follow the same pattern as regular verbs. They have unique conjugation forms that need to be memorized. Let's take a look at the conjugation of an irregular verb "būt" (to be) in the present tense:

Standard Latvian Pronunciation English
es esmu [ɛs ˈɛsmu] I am
tu esi [tu ˈɛsi] you are (singular)
viņš/viņa ir [viːɲʃ/viːɲa ˈir] he/she is
mēs esam [meːs ˈɛsam] we are
jūs esat [juːs ˈɛsat] you are (plural/formal)
viņi/viņas ir [viːɲi/viːɲas ˈir] they are

As you can see, the verb "būt" has its own unique conjugation forms. It's important to memorize these forms as they are commonly used in everyday conversation.

Reflexive Verbs[edit | edit source]

Reflexive verbs in Latvian indicate that the subject of the sentence is also the recipient of the action. These verbs are formed by adding the reflexive pronoun "sevi" or "sev" to the stem of the verb. Let's take a look at the conjugation of a reflexive verb "mazgāties" (to wash oneself) in the present tense:

Standard Latvian Pronunciation English
es mazgājos [ɛs ˈmazɡaːjos] I wash myself
tu mazgājies [tu ˈmazɡaːjɛs] you wash yourself (singular)
viņš/viņa mazgājas [viːɲʃ/viːɲa ˈmazɡaːjas] he/she washes themselves
mēs mazgājamies [meːs ˈmazɡaːjamɪɛs] we wash ourselves
jūs mazgājaties [juːs ˈmazɡaːjatɪɛs] you wash yourselves (plural/formal)
viņi/viņas mazgājas [viːɲi/viːɲas ˈmazɡaːjas] they wash themselves

Reflexive verbs are an important aspect of Latvian grammar, and they are used frequently in everyday speech.

Conjugation in the Present Tense[edit | edit source]

Now that we have a better understanding of the different types of verbs in Latvian, let's focus on the conjugation in the present tense. In Latvian, verbs are conjugated according to person (1st, 2nd, or 3rd) and number (singular or plural).

1st Person Singular[edit | edit source]

The 1st person singular refers to the speaker themselves. To conjugate a verb in the present tense for the 1st person singular, remove the "-t" from the infinitive form of the verb and add "-u" to the stem. Let's take a look at some examples:

  • runāt (to speak) - es runāju (I speak)
  • dzert (to drink) - es dzeru (I drink)
  • lasīt (to read) - es lasu (I read)

2nd Person Singular[edit | edit source]

The 2nd person singular refers to the person you are addressing. To conjugate a verb in the present tense for the 2nd person singular, remove the "-t" from the infinitive form of the verb and add "-i" to the stem. Let's take a look at some examples:

  • runāt (to speak) - tu runā (you speak)
  • dzert (to drink) - tu dzeri (you drink)
  • lasīt (to read) - tu lasi (you read)

3rd Person Singular[edit | edit source]

The 3rd person singular refers to he, she, or it. To conjugate a verb in the present tense for the 3rd person singular, remove the "-t" from the infinitive form of the verb and add "-a" to the stem. Let's take a look at some examples:

  • runāt (to speak) - viņš/viņa runā (he/she speaks)
  • dzert (to drink) - viņš/viņa dzer (he/she drinks)
  • lasīt (to read) - viņš/viņa lasa (he/she reads)

1st Person Plural[edit | edit source]

The 1st person plural refers to a group of people that includes the speaker. To conjugate a verb in the present tense for the 1st person plural, remove the "-t" from the infinitive form of the verb and add "-am" to the stem. Let's take a look at some examples:

  • runāt (to speak) - mēs runājam (we speak)
  • dzert (to drink) - mēs dzeram (we drink)
  • lasīt (to read) - mēs lasām (we read)

2nd Person Plural[edit | edit source]

The 2nd person plural refers to a group of people that does not include the speaker. To conjugate a verb in the present tense for the 2nd person plural, remove the "-t" from the infinitive form of the verb and add "-at" to the stem. Let's take a look at some examples:

  • runāt (to speak) - jūs runājat (you speak)
  • dzert (to drink) - jūs dzerat (you drink)
  • lasīt (to read) - jūs lasāt (you read)

3rd Person Plural[edit | edit source]

The 3rd person plural refers to a group of people or things. To conjugate a verb in the present tense for the 3rd person plural, remove the "-t" from the infinitive form of the verb and add "-a" to the stem. Let's take a look at some examples:

  • runāt (to speak) - viņi/viņas runā (they speak)
  • dzert (to drink) - viņi/viņas dzer (they drink)
  • lasīt (to read) - viņi/viņas lasa (they read)

Exercises[edit | edit source]

Now it's time to practice what you have learned! Try conjugating the following verbs in the present tense according to the given person and number. Remember to remove the "-t" from the infinitive form of the verb and add the corresponding ending to the stem.

1. runāt (to speak)

  a) es (I) - 
  b) tu (you singular) - 
  c) viņš/viņa (he/she) - 
  d) mēs (we) - 
  e) jūs (you plural/formal) - 
  f) viņi/viņas (they) - 

2. dzert (to drink)

  a) es (I) - 
  b) tu (you singular) - 
  c) viņš/viņa (he/she) - 
  d) mēs (we) - 
  e) jūs (you plural/formal) - 
  f) viņi/viņas (they) - 

3. lasīt (to read)

  a) es (I) - 
  b) tu (you singular) - 
  c) viņš/viņa (he/she) - 
  d) mēs (we) - 
  e) jūs (you plural/formal) - 
  f) viņi/viņas (they) - 

Solutions[edit | edit source]

1. runāt (to speak)

  a) es (I) - es runāju
  b) tu (you singular) - tu runā
  c) viņš/viņa (he/she) - viņš/viņa runā
  d) mēs (we) - mēs runājam
  e) jūs (you plural/formal) - jūs runājat
  f) viņi/viņas (they) - viņi/viņas runā

2. dzert (to drink)

  a) es (I) - es dzeru
  b) tu (you singular) - tu dzeri
  c) viņš/viņa (he/she) - viņš/viņa dzer
  d) mēs (we) - mēs dzeram
  e) jūs (you plural/formal) - jūs dzerat
  f) viņi/viņas (they) - viņi/viņas dzer

3. lasīt (to read)

  a) es (I) - es lasu
  b) tu (you singular) - tu lasi
  c) viņš/viņa (he/she) - viņš/viņa lasa
  d) mēs (we) - mēs lasām
  e) jūs (you plural/formal) - jūs lasāt
  f) viņi/viņas (they) - viņi/viņas lasa

Cultural Insight[edit | edit source]

Latvian culture places a strong emphasis on hospitality and politeness, which is reflected in the language. When addressing someone in Latvian, it is common to use the formal "jūs" instead of the informal "tu" unless you are speaking to a close friend or family member. This shows respect and creates a polite atmosphere in conversations.

Furthermore, Latvian culture values punctuality and reliability. It is important to arrive on time for appointments and meetings, as being late is considered disrespectful. Latvians take pride in being trustworthy and expect the same from others.

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

Congratulations! You have successfully learned how to conjugate verbs in the present tense in Latvian. This knowledge will greatly enhance your ability to communicate in everyday situations and build a strong foundation in the language. Keep practicing and applying these conjugation rules to expand your vocabulary and fluency in Latvian. Next, we will explore the past tense and other verb forms in Latvian. Līdz nākamreiz! (Until next time!)

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


Introduction to Latvian grammar


Daily life and routines


Latvian traditions and customs


Verbs and tenses


Going shopping and using public transport


Latvian geography and landmarks


Adverbs and prepositions


Leisure activities and hobbies


Latvian arts and museums


The accusative case and indirect objects


Education and employment


Latvian history and politics


Conditional and subjunctive mood


Travel and tourism


Latvian culture and identity


The genitive and possessive forms


Health and wellness


Latvian sports and outdoor activities



Other Lessons[edit | edit source]



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