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Introduction

In Western Frisian, prepositions of place are used to describe the location of objects and people. These prepositions are essential for creating clear and accurate descriptions, whether you are discussing the location of a building or the position of an item in a room. In this lesson, you will learn how to use the prepositions of place in Western Frisian, so you can describe the location of any object or person accurately and with confidence.


Don't hesitate to look into these other pages after completing this lesson: Personal Pronouns & Noun Gender and Plurals.

Prepositions of Place

There are several prepositions of place in Western Frisian that are commonly used to describe the location of objects and people. Here are some of the most common ones:

Western Frisian Pronunciation English Translation
achter ["ɑχtər"] behind
ûnder ["ʏndər"] under
foar ["foːr"] in front of
boppe ["bopə"] above
njonken ["njɔŋkən"] next to
tusken ["tʏskən"] between

Using Prepositions of Place

When using prepositions of place in Western Frisian, it is important to place the preposition before the object being described. Here are some examples:

  • De kat sit achter it hûs.

The cat is behind the house.

  • De telefyzje stiet boppe de taffel.

The television is on top of the table.

  • De hûn rint tusken de stoelen.

The dog is walking between the chairs.

Note that the word order in Western Frisian is different from English. In Western Frisian, the preposition comes before the object, while in English it comes after. This is an important distinction to remember to ensure correct usage of prepositions of place in Western Frisian.

Practice

Let's practice using prepositions of place in Western Frisian. Translate the following sentences into Western Frisian.

  • The book is under the table.
  • The lamp is above my head.
  • The house is next to the church.
  • The cat is sitting in front of the fireplace.

Answers:

  • It boek is ûnder de tafel.
  • De lampe is boppe myn holle.
  • It hûs is njonken de tsjerke.
  • De kat sit foar de houtkachel.

Conclusion

Prepositions of place are essential for describing the location of objects and people in Western Frisian. With the knowledge gained from this lesson, you should be able to accurately and confidently utilize these prepositions in your daily conversations. Keep practicing, and you will soon master this important aspect of Western Frisian grammar.


Great work on completing this lesson! Take a moment to investigate these connected pages: Give your Opinion & How to Use Be.

Table of Contents - Western Frisian Course - 0 to A1


Introduction to Western Frisian


Greetings and Introductions


Nouns and Articles


Numbers and Time


Adjectives and Adverbs


Family and Relationships


Pronouns and Prepositions


Food and Dining


Verbs and Tenses


Travel and Transportation


Western Frisian Traditions


Hobbies and Leisure Activities


Conjunctions and Interjections


Weather and Seasons


Other Lessons


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