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Past tense of regular verbs Exercises in Estonian language
Mastering the past tense of regular verbs is an essential step for anyone learning the Estonian language. In Estonian, forming the past tense involves a fairly straightforward process that differs from the complexities found in many other languages. Regular verbs in Estonian follow a predictable pattern, which makes it easier for learners to grasp and apply the rules consistently. This makes it an ideal starting point for those who wish to build a solid foundation in the language. By understanding the fundamental principles behind the past tense conjugation, you can enhance your communication skills and start conversing more fluently in Estonian.
To form the past tense of regular verbs in Estonian, you typically add the suffix "-s" to the verb stem. This rule applies uniformly across most regular verbs, with only a few exceptions. For instance, the verb "rääkima" (to speak) becomes "rääkisin" (I spoke), "rääkisid" (you spoke), and so on. By practicing these conjugations, you will become more comfortable with the language structure and improve your ability to describe past events accurately. Our exercises are designed to provide you with ample practice opportunities, reinforcing your learning and helping you gain confidence in using the past tense of regular verbs in various contexts.
Exercise 1
<p>1. Eile *sõitsin* rattaga parki (verb for riding).</p>
<p>2. Ta *maalis* eile oma toa seinad (verb for painting).</p>
<p>3. Me *lugesime* eile õhtul raamatut (verb for reading).</p>
<p>4. Nad *sõid* hommikusööki kell kaheksa (verb for eating).</p>
<p>5. Ma *magasin* eile öösel halvasti (verb for sleeping).</p>
<p>6. Ta *kirjutas* mulle eile kirja (verb for writing).</p>
<p>7. Me *vaatasime* eile õhtul filmi (verb for watching).</p>
<p>8. Nad *tantsisid* peol kogu öö (verb for dancing).</p>
<p>9. Ma *ostsin* eile uue kleidi (verb for buying).</p>
<p>10. Ta *jooksis* eile maratoni (verb for running).</p>
Exercise 2
<p>1. Ma *sõin* eile õhtul pitsat (verb for eating).</p>
<p>2. Ta *luges* eile õhtul raamatut (verb for reading).</p>
<p>3. Me *jalutasime* eile pargis (verb for walking).</p>
<p>4. Sa *kirjutasid* eile kirja (verb for writing).</p>
<p>5. Nad *töötasid* eile kontoris (verb for working).</p>
<p>6. Te *mängisite* eile jalgpalli (verb for playing).</p>
<p>7. Ta *joonis* eile pildi (verb for drawing).</p>
<p>8. Ma *kuulasin* eile muusikat (verb for listening).</p>
<p>9. Te *tantsisite* eile peol (verb for dancing).</p>
<p>10. Nad *vaatasid* eile filmi (verb for watching).</p>
Exercise 3
<p>1. Eile *ostsin* ma uue raamatu (verb for purchasing).</p>
<p>2. Ta *jooksis* pargis eile hommikul (verb for running).</p>
<p>3. Me *külastasime* vanaema nädalavahetusel (verb for visiting).</p>
<p>4. Nad *mängisid* jalgpalli kooli staadionil (verb for playing).</p>
<p>5. Sa *valmistasid* maitsva õhtusöögi eile õhtul (verb for cooking).</p>
<p>6. Ma *kirjutasin* sulle eile kirja (verb for writing).</p>
<p>7. Ta *õppis* eile terve päeva eksamiks (verb for studying).</p>
<p>8. Me *vaatasime* eile õhtul filmi (verb for watching).</p>
<p>9. Nad *kuulasid* uut muusikaalbumit eile (verb for listening).</p>
<p>10. Sa *tantsisid* eile peol (verb for dancing).</p>