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Adjective declension with definite articles Exercises in Latvian language
Mastering adjective declension with definite articles in Latvian is a crucial step toward achieving fluency in this beautiful and complex language. In Latvian, adjectives must agree with the nouns they describe in terms of gender, number, and case, making their correct usage essential for clear and accurate communication. When adjectives are used with definite articles, the declension patterns become even more intricate, as they must align with the specific forms of the nouns they modify. This aspect of Latvian grammar can be challenging, but with consistent practice and a clear understanding of the rules, it becomes manageable and even intuitive over time.
In these exercises, you will find a variety of sentences designed to help you practice and reinforce your knowledge of adjective declension with definite articles in Latvian. Each exercise will guide you through different scenarios where adjectives and definite articles interact, allowing you to familiarize yourself with the patterns and nuances of this grammatical structure. By regularly working through these exercises, you'll develop a stronger grasp of how to correctly use adjectives in context, enhancing both your written and spoken Latvian skills. Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your existing knowledge, these exercises will serve as a valuable resource in your language-learning journey.
Exercise 1
<p>1. Mēs dzīvojam *lielajā* mājā (adjective for 'big' in definite form).</p>
<p>2. Viņš nopirka *sarkano* auto (adjective for 'red' in definite form).</p>
<p>3. Es redzēju *skaisto* puķi dārzā (adjective for 'beautiful' in definite form).</p>
<p>4. Viņa uzvilka *jauno* kleitu (adjective for 'new' in definite form).</p>
<p>5. Viņi atrada *zaļo* koku mežā (adjective for 'green' in definite form).</p>
<p>6. Tu dzirdēji *vecajā* radio (adjective for 'old' in definite form).</p>
<p>7. Mēs apmeklējām *interesanto* muzeju (adjective for 'interesting' in definite form).</p>
<p>8. Viņa pagatavoja *garšīgo* zupu (adjective for 'delicious' in definite form).</p>
<p>9. Viņi uzkāpa *augstajā* kalnā (adjective for 'high' in definite form).</p>
<p>10. Es lasīju *garo* grāmatu (adjective for 'long' in definite form).</p>
Exercise 2
<p>1. Viņš nēsāja *jauno* jaku (adjective for "new" in accusative singular masculine).</p>
<p>2. Mēs redzējām *garo* tiltu (adjective for "long" in accusative singular masculine).</p>
<p>3. Viņa nopirka *dārgu* gredzenu (adjective for "expensive" in accusative singular masculine).</p>
<p>4. Suns guļ uz *mīkstās* segas (adjective for "soft" in genitive singular feminine).</p>
<p>5. Viņiem ir *lielā* māja (adjective for "big" in nominative singular feminine).</p>
<p>6. Viņa izvēlējās *garo* ceļu (adjective for "long" in accusative singular masculine).</p>
<p>7. Viņš lasīja *interesanto* grāmatu (adjective for "interesting" in accusative singular feminine).</p>
<p>8. Mēs dzērām tēju no *skaistās* krūzes (adjective for "beautiful" in genitive singular feminine).</p>
<p>9. Viņa runāja ar *veco* vīru (adjective for "old" in accusative singular masculine).</p>
<p>10. Viņi dzīvo *klusajā* ciematā (adjective for "quiet" in locative singular masculine).</p>
Exercise 3
<p>1. Viņam ir *lielais* suns (big dog).</p>
<p>2. Mēs devāmies uz *zaļo* parku (green park).</p>
<p>3. Es gribu nopirkt *jauno* automašīnu (new car).</p>
<p>4. Viņa dzīvo *vecajā* mājā (old house).</p>
<p>5. Pilsētā ir *slavenais* muzejs (famous museum).</p>
<p>6. Viņi apmeklēja *skaisto* dārzu (beautiful garden).</p>
<p>7. Man patīk *garšīgais* ēdiens (tasty food).</p>
<p>8. Es redzēju *lielisko* skatu (great view).</p>
<p>9. Viņš nēsā *melnās* brilles (black glasses).</p>
<p>10. Viņa nopirka *dārgo* kleitu (expensive dress).</p>