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Declension of adjectives Exercises in Estonian language
Estonian, a Finno-Ugric language, presents a fascinating challenge for language learners, especially when it comes to the declension of adjectives. Unlike many Indo-European languages, Estonian relies heavily on its case system to convey grammatical relationships and nuances. Mastering adjective declension is vital for anyone wishing to achieve fluency, as adjectives must agree with the nouns they modify in terms of case, number, and, at times, definiteness. This can be complex, given the variety of cases in Estonian, including nominative, genitive, partitive, and several locative cases.
Understanding the declension of adjectives in Estonian not only improves grammatical accuracy but also enhances communication skills, allowing for more precise and nuanced expression. In these exercises, you will practice declining adjectives across different cases and contexts, ensuring that they align correctly with the nouns they describe. By engaging with these exercises, you will develop a deeper understanding of Estonian grammar and build a solid foundation for both written and spoken communication. Whether you are a beginner or looking to refine your skills, these exercises will guide you through the intricacies of adjective declension in a structured and comprehensive manner.
Exercise 1
<p>1. Ma ostsin *uue* raamatu (new book).</p>
<p>2. Ta on *kõrge* puu otsas (tall tree).</p>
<p>3. Mu sõber on väga *lahke* inimene (kind person).</p>
<p>4. See on *ilus* kleit (beautiful dress).</p>
<p>5. Meie maja on *suur* ja mugav (big and comfortable).</p>
<p>6. Koer on *väsinud* pärast pikka jalutuskäiku (tired after a long walk).</p>
<p>7. Ta oli väga *õnnelik* oma sünnipäeval (happy on their birthday).</p>
<p>8. See on *maitsev* toit (delicious food).</p>
<p>9. Ma nägin *väikest* kassi (small cat).</p>
<p>10. Tema auto on *kiire* ja punane (fast and red).</p>
Exercise 2
<p>1. Ta on väga *ilus* tüdruk (adjective "beautiful" in nominative case).</p>
<p>2. Meie *uude* koju on vaja osta mööbel (adjective "new" in illative case).</p>
<p>3. Kas sa tead, kus on *suured* raamatud? (adjective "big" in nominative plural).</p>
<p>4. Ma armastan *punast* lille (adjective "red" in genitive case).</p>
<p>5. Ta andis mulle *kallima* kingituse (adjective "expensive" in genitive case).</p>
<p>6. Meie *vanas* majas on palju ajalugu (adjective "old" in inessive case).</p>
<p>7. Ta ostis *uued* autod (adjective "new" in nominative plural).</p>
<p>8. Ma söön *rohelisi* õunu (adjective "green" in partitive plural).</p>
<p>9. Tema *ilusad* silmad särasid (adjective "beautiful" in nominative plural).</p>
<p>10. Ta kandis *sinist* kleiti (adjective "blue" in partitive case).</p>
Exercise 3
<p>1. Tal on väga *ilus* maja (beautiful house).</p>
<p>2. See raamat on *huvitavam* kui eelmine (more interesting than the previous).</p>
<p>3. Ta kannab alati *punast* kleiti (wears a red dress).</p>
<p>4. Koer on *suurem* kui kass (bigger than the cat).</p>
<p>5. See on *kõige parem* kohvik linnas (the best café in town).</p>
<p>6. Tema uued saapad on *mustad* (new boots are black).</p>
<p>7. See on *ilusaim* vaade, mida ma olen näinud (most beautiful view I have seen).</p>
<p>8. Mulle meeldib *kollane* päikseloojang (I like the yellow sunset).</p>
<p>9. Tema auto on *kiirem* kui minu oma (faster than mine).</p>
<p>10. Need lilled on *värvilised* (flowers are colorful).</p>