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Prepositions with infinitive verbs Exercises in Galician language

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Mastering prepositions with infinitive verbs in Galician can be a challenging yet rewarding aspect of language learning. These small but essential words link verbs to their complements and provide important context within sentences. In Galician, prepositions such as "a," "de," "para," and "por" often precede infinitive verbs, creating specific meanings and nuances that are crucial for effective communication. Understanding how these prepositions interact with infinitive verbs will not only enhance your grammar skills but also improve your overall fluency in the language. Our carefully curated grammar exercises are designed to help you grasp the intricacies of prepositional usage with infinitive verbs in Galician. Through a series of practical examples and engaging activities, you will learn to recognize patterns and apply correct prepositional forms in various contexts. Whether you are a beginner looking to build a strong foundation or an advanced learner aiming to refine your skills, these exercises offer a comprehensive approach to mastering this fundamental aspect of Galician grammar. Dive in and start enhancing your linguistic proficiency today!

Exercise 1

1. El xa está *a* traballar (preposition used before infinitive verbs). 2. Estou *por* ir á festa (preposition indicating intention). 3. Vai *para* correr todas as mañás (preposition indicating purpose). 4. Ela está *a* ler un libro agora mesmo (preposition used before infinitive verbs). 5. Eles decidiron *ir* de vacacións a Portugal (preposition for indicating movement). 6. Está a piques *de* chover (preposition indicating imminent action). 7. María sempre está *a* estudar na biblioteca (preposition used before infinitive verbs). 8. Está *por* rematar o traballo (preposition indicating intention). 9. El segue *a* aprender galego (preposition used before infinitive verbs). 10. Estou *a* buscar o meu teléfono (preposition used before infinitive verbs).

Exercise 2

1. Estou *a* estudar para o exame (preposition used with continuous actions). 2. Vai *a* traballar cada mañá (preposition indicating routine action). 3. Quere *de* ir de vacacións en xullo (preposition expressing intention). 4. Está *para* escribir un libro (preposition indicating future intention). 5. Ten que *de* facer os deberes antes de cear (preposition used for obligation or necessity). 6. Prefiro *a* ler en lugar de ver a televisión (preposition expressing preference). 7. Chegou *a* casa despois de traballar (preposition indicating destination). 8. Está *en* aprender galego (preposition indicating a process or activity). 9. Vai *de* correr todos os días (preposition indicating a habit or routine). 10. Comezou *a* cociñar hai unha hora (preposition indicating the start of an activity).

Exercise 3

1. Ela está *a facer* os deberes (preposition meaning "to" or "at" + verb "to do"). 2. El decidiu *deixar* de fumar (preposition meaning "to" or "of" + verb "to quit"). 3. Necesito *comezar* a traballar cedo (preposition meaning "to" or "at" + verb "to start"). 4. Sempre se preocupa *por chegar* a tempo (preposition meaning "for" or "about" + verb "to arrive"). 5. Vai *a correr* todas as mañás (preposition meaning "to" or "at" + verb "to run"). 6. Penso *en estudar* esta noite (preposition meaning "in" or "about" + verb "to study"). 7. Ela está *de camiño* ao traballo (preposition meaning "of" or "on" + verb "to walk"). 8. Non podo esperar *a ver* a película (preposition meaning "to" or "at" + verb "to see"). 9. Gústalle *viaxar* polo mundo (preposition meaning "to" or "by" + verb "to travel"). 10. Estamos *a aprender* galego (preposition meaning "to" or "at" + verb "to learn").