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Attributive vs. predicative adjectives Exercises in Danish language
Understanding the difference between attributive and predicative adjectives is crucial for mastering the nuances of the Danish language. Attributive adjectives are those that appear directly before the noun they modify, such as in "en stor bil" (a big car). These adjectives are typically used to provide specific details about the noun, making the sentence more informative and vivid. On the other hand, predicative adjectives come after a linking verb and describe the subject of the sentence, as in "Bilen er stor" (The car is big). Grasping the distinction between these two forms will significantly enhance your ability to describe objects and people accurately in Danish.
In Danish, attributive adjectives often need to agree in gender, number, and definiteness with the noun they modify, which can be a bit tricky for learners. Predicative adjectives, however, do not change their form and are usually simpler to use. By working through our exercises, you'll practice identifying and correctly using both attributive and predicative adjectives, thereby improving your overall fluency and confidence in Danish. These exercises are designed to reinforce your understanding through practical examples, making it easier for you to apply these concepts in everyday conversations.
Exercise 1
<p>1. Bilen er *rød* (color of the car).</p>
<p>2. Huset er *stort* (size of the house).</p>
<p>3. Den *gamle* mand gik en tur (the old man).</p>
<p>4. Blomsterne i haven er *smukke* (description of flowers).</p>
<p>5. Kagen smagte *dejligt* (taste of the cake).</p>
<p>6. Katten er *sort* (color of the cat).</p>
<p>7. Æblet er *grønt* (color of the apple).</p>
<p>8. Han er en *dygtig* lærer (description of the teacher).</p>
<p>9. Vejret i dag er *solrigt* (today's weather).</p>
<p>10. Bogen var *spændende* (description of the book).</p>
Exercise 2
<p>1. Huset er *blåt* (use a predicative adjective for the color of the house).</p>
<p>2. Den *søde* hund løber rundt i haven (use an attributive adjective for a dog).</p>
<p>3. Æblet er *modent* (use a predicative adjective for the ripeness of the apple).</p>
<p>4. De *flotte* blomster står i vasen (use an attributive adjective for beautiful flowers).</p>
<p>5. Drengen er *træt* efter skolen (use a predicative adjective for the tiredness of the boy).</p>
<p>6. Hun købte en *dyr* taske (use an attributive adjective for an expensive item).</p>
<p>7. Vejret er *dejligt* i dag (use a predicative adjective for nice weather).</p>
<p>8. Den *gamle* mand sidder på bænken (use an attributive adjective for an elderly person).</p>
<p>9. Maden er *kold* nu (use a predicative adjective for the temperature of the food).</p>
<p>10. Den *hurtige* bil kører ned ad vejen (use an attributive adjective for a fast car).</p>
Exercise 3
<p>1. Huset er *stort* (adjective describing the house).</p>
<p>2. Den *blå* bil er parkeret foran huset (adjective describing the car).</p>
<p>3. Pigen er meget *glad* (adjective describing the girl).</p>
<p>4. Han er en *dygtig* læge (adjective describing the doctor).</p>
<p>5. Bøgerne på hylden er *interessante* (adjective describing the books).</p>
<p>6. Den nye elev er *flittig* (adjective describing the student).</p>
<p>7. Blomsterne i haven er *smukke* (adjective describing the flowers).</p>
<p>8. Hans forslag var meget *kreativt* (adjective describing the suggestion).</p>
<p>9. Æblet er *modent* (adjective describing the apple).</p>
<p>10. Møblerne i stuen er *komfortable* (adjective describing the furniture).</p>