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Verb-Subject agreement Exercises in Swahili language
Verb-Subject agreement is a crucial aspect of mastering the Swahili language, as it ensures that sentences are both grammatically correct and easily understood. In Swahili, verbs must agree with their subjects in terms of person, number, and sometimes gender. This agreement is achieved through the use of specific prefixes attached to verbs, which indicate the subject of the sentence. For example, the verb "kuja" (to come) changes to "anakuja" when the subject is "he" or "she" (yeye), but it becomes "wanakuja" when the subject is "they" (wao). Understanding and practicing these verb forms will significantly enhance your ability to communicate effectively in Swahili.
In these exercises, you will encounter a variety of sentences that require you to correctly match verbs with their subjects according to Swahili grammatical rules. Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your skills, these exercises are designed to provide you with practical examples and challenges to solidify your understanding of verb-subject agreement. By consistently practicing, you'll develop a stronger grasp of Swahili sentence structure, making your spoken and written communication more accurate and fluent. Dive into the exercises and watch your Swahili language proficiency grow!
Exercise 1
<p>1. Juma *anacheza* mpira kila Jumamosi (verb for playing).</p>
<p>2. Wanafunzi *wanasoma* vitabu vya Kiswahili (verb for reading/studying).</p>
<p>3. Mama *anapika* chakula kitamu sana (verb for cooking).</p>
<p>4. Watoto *wanacheka* kwenye bustani (verb for laughing).</p>
<p>5. Mwalimu *anafundisha* darasa la Kiswahili (verb for teaching).</p>
<p>6. Baba *anafanya* kazi kila siku (verb for working).</p>
<p>7. Wauzaji *wanauza* matunda sokoni (verb for selling).</p>
<p>8. Marafiki *wanapiga* picha pamoja (verb for taking photos).</p>
<p>9. Mwanafunzi *anajibu* maswali ya mwalimu (verb for answering).</p>
<p>10. Ndizi *zinakomaa* kwenye mti (verb for ripening).</p>
Exercise 2
<p>1. Mimi *ninakula* chakula cha mchana (verb for eating).</p>
<p>2. Wao *wanacheza* mpira uwanjani (verb for playing).</p>
<p>3. Yeye *anasoma* kitabu chumbani (verb for reading).</p>
<p>4. Sisi *tunapika* chakula jikoni (verb for cooking).</p>
<p>5. Wewe *unaandika* barua kwa rafiki (verb for writing).</p>
<p>6. Mtoto *anakimbia* kwenye bustani (verb for running).</p>
<p>7. Walimu *wanafundisha* darasani (verb for teaching).</p>
<p>8. Nyinyi *mnajibu* maswali ya mtihani (verb for answering).</p>
<p>9. Mwalimu *anazungumza* na wanafunzi (verb for speaking).</p>
<p>10. Wanafunzi *wanajifunza* lugha mpya (verb for learning).</p>
Exercise 3
<p>1. Wanafunzi *wanasoma* vitabu vyao (verb for studying).</p>
<p>2. Mama *anapika* chakula kitamu (verb for cooking).</p>
<p>3. Watoto *wanacheza* mpira uwanjani (verb for playing).</p>
<p>4. Baba *anaenda* kazini kila siku (verb for going).</p>
<p>5. Mbwa *anakula* nyama (verb for eating).</p>
<p>6. Ndege *anapaa* angani (verb for flying).</p>
<p>7. Mwalimu *anafundisha* darasani (verb for teaching).</p>
<p>8. Wafanyakazi *wanajenga* nyumba mpya (verb for building).</p>
<p>9. Wanafunzi *wanaandika* insha (verb for writing).</p>
<p>10. Daktari *anatibu* wagonjwa (verb for treating).</p>