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Using demonstrative adjectives Exercises in Galician language
Demonstrative adjectives in the Galician language play a crucial role in providing clarity and precision in communication. These adjectives, such as "este" (this), "ese" (that), and "aquel" (that over there), help speakers indicate specific objects or persons in relation to the distance from the speaker and listener. Understanding how to use these demonstrative adjectives correctly is essential for conveying accurate meaning and avoiding ambiguity in both spoken and written Galician.
Our grammar exercises are designed to help you master the use of demonstrative adjectives in various contexts. By practicing with these exercises, you will become more confident in identifying when to use "este," "ese," and "aquel," along with their feminine and plural forms. Whether you are a beginner or looking to refine your skills, these exercises will provide you with the tools needed to effectively communicate in Galician, making your interactions more precise and meaningful.
Exercise 1
<p>1. *Este* libro es muy interesante (this book).</p>
<p>2. ¿A quién pertenece *esa* chaqueta? (that jacket).</p>
<p>3. No me gusta *aquella* casa (that house over there).</p>
<p>4. ¿Puedes pasarme *esos* lápices? (those pencils).</p>
<p>5. *Estas* flores son para ti (these flowers).</p>
<p>6. *Aquel* coche es muy rápido (that car over there).</p>
<p>7. *Esta* camisa es muy cómoda (this shirt).</p>
<p>8. ¿Ves *esas* estrellas? (those stars).</p>
<p>9. *Aquellos* árboles son muy altos (those trees over there).</p>
<p>10. *Ese* perro es muy juguetón (that dog).</p>
Exercise 2
<p>1. *Este* libro é moi interesante (this book).</p>
<p>2. *Aquela* casa está moi lonxe (that house over there).</p>
<p>3. *Esas* flores son bonitas (those flowers).</p>
<p>4. *Ese* coche é vermello (that car).</p>
<p>5. *Esta* mesa é de madeira (this table).</p>
<p>6. *Aqueles* nenos están xogando no parque (those kids over there).</p>
<p>7. *Estes* zapatos son novos (these shoes).</p>
<p>8. *Aquela* montaña é moi alta (that mountain over there).</p>
<p>9. *Esa* rúa é moi estreita (that street).</p>
<p>10. *Estas* mazás están maduras (these apples).</p>
Exercise 3
<p>1. *Este* libro es muy interesante (demonstrative adjective for "this" in masculine singular).</p>
<p>2. *Esa* casa es de mi amigo (demonstrative adjective for "that" in feminine singular, close to the listener).</p>
<p>3. *Aqueles* coches son muy rápidos (demonstrative adjective for "those" in masculine plural, far from both speaker and listener).</p>
<p>4. *Estas* flores son muy bonitas (demonstrative adjective for "these" in feminine plural).</p>
<p>5. *Ese* gato es muy juguetón (demonstrative adjective for "that" in masculine singular, close to the listener).</p>
<p>6. *Aquela* montaña es muy alta (demonstrative adjective for "that" in feminine singular, far from both speaker and listener).</p>
<p>7. *Esta* canción me gusta mucho (demonstrative adjective for "this" in feminine singular).</p>
<p>8. *Eses* zapatos son caros (demonstrative adjective for "those" in masculine plural, close to the listener).</p>
<p>9. *Aqueles* libros están en la estantería (demonstrative adjective for "those" in masculine plural, far from both speaker and listener).</p>
<p>10. *Esta* mesa es muy grande (demonstrative adjective for "this" in feminine singular).</p>