Grammar Nazi (self Explanatory) Flashcards
1
Q
How do we say this or that (demonstratives)?
A
e-this, o-that, she-that/the
2
Q
What does adding i to a demonstrative do ? (Ei oi shei)
A
Adds emphasis. This form must be used with a noun
3
Q
How can I use a demonstrative without a noun?
A
Add Ta (eiTa, sheTa, etc.)
4
Q
Singular vs plural ending
A
Ta vs gulo
5
Q
How can I use Ta or gulo in a more sympathetic/human setting?
A
Ti and guli
6
Q
How to express a/an
A
Use aekTa (things) or aekjOn (people)
7
Q
How to express ‘the’
A
Ta/Ti/gulo/guli endings
8
Q
Where do adjectives go in relation to aekTa/aekjOn?
A
Before (ex. Bhalo aekTa dokan - a good shop)
9
Q
How to express possession (‘s in English)
A
Add er/r to the end of a noun
10
Q
What do the locative endings e/te mean?
A
In, on, or to, depending on context
11
Q
How to describe transport
A
[vehicle] cOre (riding/driving)
