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Conjugation of “to have” Exercises in Slovak language
Mastering the conjugation of the verb "to have" in Slovak is an essential step for anyone looking to gain proficiency in this beautiful and intricate language. Understanding this fundamental verb will not only help you form basic sentences but also enable you to express possession, necessity, and various other states of being. In Slovak, "to have" translates to "mať," and its conjugation can vary significantly depending on tense, mood, and the subject it accompanies. Whether you are a beginner or looking to refine your skills, these exercises will guide you through the nuances of conjugating "mať."
The conjugation of "mať" can initially seem daunting due to its various forms and the specific rules that govern its usage. Unlike English, where the verb "to have" changes only slightly across different tenses and subjects, Slovak requires you to adjust the verb endings to match the grammatical person and number. This means you will need to learn the appropriate forms for first, second, and third person singular and plural, as well as the distinctions between past, present, and future tenses. Through targeted practice, these exercises will help you become comfortable with these changes and use "mať" accurately in your spoken and written Slovak.
Exercise 1
<p>1. On *má* veľký dom (he has).</p>
<p>2. My *máme* krásnu záhradu (we have).</p>
<p>3. Ty *máš* novú knihu (you have, singular).</p>
<p>4. Oni *majú* dobrú náladu (they have).</p>
<p>5. Ja *mám* červené auto (I have).</p>
<p>6. Vy *máte* veľa práce (you have, plural).</p>
<p>7. Ona *má* nové topánky (she has).</p>
<p>8. My *máme* veľa priateľov (we have).</p>
<p>9. Ty *máš* peknú tašku (you have, singular).</p>
<p>10. Deti *majú* veľa hračiek (children have).</p>
Exercise 2
<p>1. Peter *má* dve knihy na stole (verb for possession, he).</p>
<p>2. My *máme* veľa úloh na zajtra (verb for possession, we).</p>
<p>3. Oni *majú* krásny dom na vidieku (verb for possession, they).</p>
<p>4. Ja *mám* veľa práce dnes večer (verb for possession, I).</p>
<p>5. Vy *máte* nového suseda (verb for possession, you plural/formal).</p>
<p>6. Ty *máš* nový bicykel (verb for possession, you singular/informal).</p>
<p>7. Ona *má* pekný kvet v záhrade (verb for possession, she).</p>
<p>8. My *máme* hlad po dlhej túre (verb for possession, we).</p>
<p>9. On *má* dobrú náladu dnes (verb for possession, he).</p>
<p>10. Deti *majú* veľa hračiek v izbe (verb for possession, children/they).</p>
Exercise 3
<p>1. Ja *mám* veľa kníh v mojej izbe (I ... a lot of books in my room).</p>
<p>2. Ty *máš* nového psa, však? (You ... a new dog, right?)</p>
<p>3. On *má* zajtra narodeniny (He ... a birthday tomorrow).</p>
<p>4. My *máme* stretnutie o piatej (We ... a meeting at five).</p>
<p>5. Vy *máte* veľa skúseností v tejto oblasti (You [plural] ... a lot of experience in this field).</p>
<p>6. Oni *majú* krásny dom na vidieku (They ... a beautiful house in the countryside).</p>
<p>7. Ja *mám* čas na kávu dnes popoludní (I ... time for coffee this afternoon).</p>
<p>8. Ty *máš* nejaké otázky? (Do you ... any questions?)</p>
<p>9. On *má* dobrú náladu dnes (He ... in a good mood today).</p>
<p>10. My *máme* novú úlohu na dokončenie (We ... a new task to complete).</p>