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Using “sa” and “ng” with nouns Exercises in Tagalog language
Mastering the use of "sa" and "ng" with nouns is essential for achieving fluency in Tagalog. These small but significant words function as prepositions and markers that help to indicate relationships between nouns and other elements within a sentence. "Sa" is typically used to denote direction, location, or possession, while "ng" often signifies the object of the verb, possession, or the manner in which an action is performed. Proper usage of these markers can greatly enhance clarity and precision in your Tagalog communication.
In this section, you will find various grammar exercises designed to help you practice and understand the correct application of "sa" and "ng" with nouns. Whether you are a beginner or looking to refine your skills, these exercises will provide practical examples and scenarios to reinforce your learning. By engaging with these activities, you will gain confidence in your ability to form accurate and meaningful sentences in Tagalog. Dive in and start mastering the nuances of "sa" and "ng" today!
Exercise 1
<p>1. Pumunta kami *sa* parke kahapon (preposition indicating location).</p>
<p>2. Ang regalo ay para *sa* iyo (preposition indicating recipient).</p>
<p>3. Bumili ako ng gulay *sa* palengke (preposition indicating place of purchase).</p>
<p>4. Ang balita ay tungkol *sa* bagong proyekto (preposition indicating about).</p>
<p>5. Nagsalita siya *ng* malakas (preposition indicating manner).</p>
<p>6. Kailangan ko *ng* bagong sapatos (preposition indicating need).</p>
<p>7. Uminom siya *ng* tubig pagkatapos mag-ehersisyo (preposition indicating what is being consumed).</p>
<p>8. Nagbigay siya *ng* regalo sa kaibigan (preposition indicating what is given).</p>
<p>9. Pumunta kami *sa* opisina ng alas-otso ng umaga (preposition indicating destination).</p>
<p>10. Kumain kami *ng* almusal bago umalis (preposition indicating what is being eaten).</p>
Exercise 2
<p>1. Pumunta ako *sa* tindahan (preposition for location).</p>
<p>2. Kumuha siya *ng* libro (preposition for direct object).</p>
<p>3. Nag-aaral sila *sa* paaralan (preposition for place of study).</p>
<p>4. Bumili ako *ng* pagkain (preposition for object being purchased).</p>
<p>5. Naglakad kami *sa* parke (preposition for place of walking).</p>
<p>6. Naghintay siya *ng* bus (preposition for waiting for something).</p>
<p>7. Nagtrabaho ako *sa* opisina (preposition for place of work).</p>
<p>8. Nakakita siya *ng* aso (preposition for seeing something).</p>
<p>9. Kumain sila *sa* restawran (preposition for place of eating).</p>
<p>10. Bumili siya *ng* bulaklak (preposition for object being bought).</p>
Exercise 3
<p>1. Nagbigay ng regalo *sa* akin si Maria. (preposition indicating direction or recipient)</p>
<p>2. Mayroong meeting *ng* mga guro bukas. (preposition indicating possession or association)</p>
<p>3. Pupunta kami *sa* parke mamaya. (preposition indicating destination)</p>
<p>4. Bumili ng bagong libro *ng* kapatid ko. (preposition indicating possession)</p>
<p>5. Nakita ko ang susi *sa* mesa. (preposition indicating location)</p>
<p>6. Ang pag-aaral *ng* mga bata ay mahalaga. (preposition indicating possession or association)</p>
<p>7. Maghihintay ako *sa* iyo dito. (preposition indicating direction or recipient)</p>
<p>8. Ibinigay niya ang kanyang proyekto *sa* guro. (preposition indicating direction or recipient)</p>
<p>9. Ang paboritong pagkain *ng* aso ko ay manok. (preposition indicating possession)</p>
<p>10. Pumunta kami *sa* bahay ni Lola. (preposition indicating destination)</p>