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Introduction[edit | edit source]

Welcome to the lesson on reflexive verbs in Serbian! In this lesson, we will explore the concept of reflexive verbs and how they are used in the Serbian language. Understanding reflexive verbs is crucial for developing your language skills and becoming proficient in Serbian. We will start by explaining what reflexive verbs are and how they work, and then we will delve into the different forms and conjugations of reflexive verbs. By the end of this lesson, you will have a solid foundation in using reflexive verbs in your conversations and written expressions. So let's get started!

What are Reflexive Verbs?[edit | edit source]

Reflexive verbs are a special category of verbs that indicate that the subject of the verb is also the object of the action. In other words, when we use reflexive verbs, the subject is performing the action on themselves. This adds a reflexive or reflective meaning to the verb.

In Serbian, reflexive verbs are formed by adding the reflexive pronoun "sebe" or its different forms to the verb. The reflexive pronoun agrees with the subject in terms of gender and number. For example:

"Ja se umivam." (I wash myself.)
"Ti se budiš." (You wake up.)
"Ona se oblači." (She is getting dressed.)
"Mi se pravimo." (We pretend.)
"Vi se smejete." (You laugh.)
"Oni se zovu." (They are called.)

As you can see from these examples, the reflexive pronoun "se" or its different forms are attached to the verb to indicate that the subject is performing the action on themselves.

Reflexive Pronouns[edit | edit source]

In Serbian, reflexive pronouns are used to indicate that the subject of the verb is also the object of the action. Let's take a closer look at the reflexive pronouns and their different forms:

Pronoun	Singular	Plural
Ja (I)	sebe	sebe
Ti (You)	sebe	sebe
On/Ona/Ono (He/She/It)	sebe	sebe
Mi (We)	sebe	sebe
Vi (You)	sebe	sebe
Oni/One/Ona (They)	sebe	sebe

As you can see from the table, the reflexive pronoun "sebe" is used for both singular and plural subjects. It is important to note that the reflexive pronoun agrees with the subject in terms of gender and number.

Conjugating Reflexive Verbs[edit | edit source]

To conjugate reflexive verbs in Serbian, we need to attach the reflexive pronoun to the verb. Let's take a look at the conjugation of the reflexive verb "umivati se" (to wash oneself) in the present tense:

Person	Conjugation
Ja (I)	umivam se
Ti (You)	umivaš se
On/Ona/Ono (He/She/It)	umiva se
Mi (We)	umivamo se
Vi (You)	umivate se
Oni/One/Ona (They)	umivaju se

In the present tense, the reflexive pronoun "se" is attached to the verb "umivati" to form the reflexive verb "umivati se". Notice how the reflexive pronoun agrees with the subject in terms of gender and number.

Now let's take a look at the conjugation of the reflexive verb "buditi se" (to wake up) in the past tense:

Person	Conjugation
Ja (I)	budio/budila sam se
Ti (You)	budio/budila si se
On/Ona/Ono (He/She/It)	budio/budila se
Mi (We)	budili/budile smo se
Vi (You)	budili/budile ste se
Oni/One/Ona (They)	budili/budile su se

In the past tense, the reflexive pronoun "se" is attached to the past participle of the verb "buditi" to form the reflexive verb "buditi se". Again, notice how the reflexive pronoun agrees with the subject in terms of gender and number.

Cultural Insights[edit | edit source]

In Serbian culture, the use of reflexive verbs is quite common in everyday conversations. People use reflexive verbs to express actions that are performed on oneself, such as washing oneself, getting dressed, or waking up. It is considered polite and respectful to use reflexive verbs when talking about personal hygiene or daily routines.

Additionally, reflexive verbs are often used in idiomatic expressions and proverbs in Serbian. For example, the expression "praviti se lud" (to pretend to be crazy) is formed by the reflexive verb "praviti se" (to pretend) and the noun "lud" (crazy). This expression is used to describe someone who is pretending not to know or understand something.

Practice Exercises[edit | edit source]

Now it's time to practice using reflexive verbs in Serbian! Complete the following exercises to reinforce your understanding:

Exercise 1: Conjugate the reflexive verb "oblačiti se" (to get dressed) in the present tense for the given subjects.

Ja (I) -
Ti (You) -
Ona (She) -
Mi (We) -
Vi (You) -
Oni (They) -

Solution:

Ja (I) - oblačim se
Ti (You) - oblačiš se
Ona (She) - oblači se
Mi (We) - oblačimo se
Vi (You) - oblačite se
Oni (They) - oblače se

Exercise 2: Fill in the blanks with the correct reflexive pronoun.

"Ja ____ zovem Marko."
"Ti ____ smeješ."
"Ona ____ budi rano."
"Mi ____ pravimo za rođendan."
"Vi ____ umivate pre spavanja."
"Oni ____ zovu na večeru."

Solution:

"Ja se zovem Marko."
"Ti se smeješ."
"Ona se budi rano."
"Mi se pravimo za rođendan."
"Vi se umivate pre spavanja."
"Oni se zovu na večeru."

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

Congratulations! You have successfully learned about reflexive verbs in Serbian. You now understand what reflexive verbs are, how to conjugate them, and their cultural significance. Reflexive verbs are an important aspect of Serbian grammar and will greatly enhance your ability to communicate effectively. Keep practicing and incorporating reflexive verbs into your conversations to further improve your Serbian language skills. Good luck!

Table of Contents - Serbian Course - 0 to A1[edit source]

Course Presentation

Introduction to Serbian Grammar

Introduction to Serbian Vocabulary

Introduction to Serbian Culture

Pronouns: Possessive Pronouns

Shopping

Sports and Recreation

Adjectives: Declension

Jobs and Professions

Literature and Poetry

Verbs: Conditional

Entertainment and Media

Art and Artists

Sources[edit | edit source]

Other Lessons[edit | edit source]

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+== Introduction ==
+Welcome to the lesson on reflexive verbs in Serbian! In this lesson, we will explore the concept of reflexive verbs and how they are used in the Serbian language. Understanding reflexive verbs is crucial for developing your language skills and becoming proficient in Serbian. We will start by explaining what reflexive verbs are and how they work, and then we will delve into the different forms and conjugations of reflexive verbs. By the end of this lesson, you will have a solid foundation in using reflexive verbs in your conversations and written expressions. So let's get started!
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-As a Serbian language teacher with 20 years of experience, I understand the importance of learning reflexive verbs for students who want to master the Serbian language. In this lesson, we will explore the use of reflexive verbs in Serbian and provide examples to help you gain an understanding of when and how to use them.
+== What are Reflexive Verbs? ==
+Reflexive verbs are a special category of verbs that indicate that the subject of the verb is also the object of the action. In other words, when we use reflexive verbs, the subject is performing the action on themselves. This adds a reflexive or reflective meaning to the verb.
+In Serbian, reflexive verbs are formed by adding the reflexive pronoun "sebe" or its different forms to the verb. The reflexive pronoun agrees with the subject in terms of gender and number. For example:
+* "Ja se umivam." (I wash myself.)
+* "Ti se budiš." (You wake up.)
+* "Ona se oblači." (She is getting dressed.)
+* "Mi se pravimo." (We pretend.)
+* "Vi se smejete." (You laugh.)
+* "Oni se zovu." (They are called.)
-<span link>With the completion of this lesson, consider investigating these related pages: [[Language/Serbian/Grammar/How-to-Use-Be|How to Use Be]] & [[Language/Serbian/Grammar/How-to-Use-Have|How to Use Have]].</span>
+As you can see from these examples, the reflexive pronoun "se" or its different forms are attached to the verb to indicate that the subject is performing the action on themselves.
-== What Are Reflexive Verbs? ==
-Reflexive verbs are used when the subject of the sentence performs an action on themselves. These verbs are formed by adding a reflexive pronoun to the end of the verb. In Serbian, reflexive verbs are usually in the present tense, but they could also be in the past or future tenses. Reflexive verbs are quite common in the Serbian language, and they are essential for expressing actions that someone performs on themselves. Here are some examples:
+== Reflexive Pronouns ==
-* Ja perem sebe – I wash myself
+In Serbian, reflexive pronouns are used to indicate that the subject of the verb is also the object of the action. Let's take a closer look at the reflexive pronouns and their different forms:
-* Ti češljaš sebe – You comb yourself
-* Oni briju sebe – They shave themselves
+{| class="wikitable"
+! Pronoun !! Singular !! Plural
+|-
+| Ja (I) || sebe || sebe
+|-
+| Ti (You) || sebe || sebe
+|-
+| On/Ona/Ono (He/She/It) || sebe || sebe
+|-
+| Mi (We) || sebe || sebe
+|-
+| Vi (You) || sebe || sebe
+|-
+| Oni/One/Ona (They) || sebe || sebe
+|}
-As you can see from the examples, the reflexive pronoun "sebe" changes according to the subject and the tense of the verb used.
+As you can see from the table, the reflexive pronoun "sebe" is used for both singular and plural subjects. It is important to note that the reflexive pronoun agrees with the subject in terms of gender and number.
-== How to Use Reflexive Verbs in Serbian ==
+== Conjugating Reflexive Verbs ==
-So how do you know when to use reflexive verbs? It is important to remember that reflexive verbs are used only when the subject of the sentence is also the object of the action. In other words, the subject performs the action on themselves. Here are some additional examples to help you understand better:
+To conjugate reflexive verbs in Serbian, we need to attach the reflexive pronoun to the verb. Let's take a look at the conjugation of the reflexive verb "umivati se" (to wash oneself) in the present tense:
-* Ja se umivam – I wash my face
+{| class="wikitable"
-* Ti se oblačiš – You get dressed
+! Person !! Conjugation
-* Oni suzdržavaju se – They restrain themselves
+|-
-* Mi ne smejemo se – We aren't laughing
+| Ja (I) || umivam se
-* Vi se opuštate – You relax
+|-
+| Ti (You) || umivaš se
+|-
+| On/Ona/Ono (He/She/It) || umiva se
+|-
+| Mi (We) || umivamo se
+|-
+| Vi (You) || umivate se
+|-
+| Oni/One/Ona (They) || umivaju se
+|}
-Notice that in each sentence, the subject reflexive pronoun "se" changes according to the verb tense.
+In the present tense, the reflexive pronoun "se" is attached to the verb "umivati" to form the reflexive verb "umivati se". Notice how the reflexive pronoun agrees with the subject in terms of gender and number.
-It is also important to remember that reflexive verbs take different forms in different persons (I, you, he/she/it, we, you, they). In Serbian, these forms are built by adding a reflexive pronoun to the end of the verb. Here are a few examples to help you understand better:
+Now let's take a look at the conjugation of the reflexive verb "buditi se" (to wake up) in the past tense:
 {| class="wikitable"
-! Serbian !! Pronunciation !! English
+! Person !! Conjugation
 |-
-| Ja se budim || [ja se bʊdɪm] || I wake up
+| Ja (I) || budio/budila sam se
 |-
-| Ti se smeješ || [ti se smɛjɛʃ] || You are laughing
+| Ti (You) || budio/budila si se
 |-
-| On/a se bori || [ɔn/ʌ sɛ bɔrɪ] || He/she fights
+| On/Ona/Ono (He/She/It) || budio/budila se
 |-
-| Mi se šalimo || [mi sɛ ʃalɪmɔ] || We joke
+| Mi (We) || budili/budile smo se
 |-
-| Vi se vozite || [vi sɛ vɔzɪtɛ] || You are driving
+| Vi (You) || budili/budile ste se
 |-
-| Oni/e se igraju || [ɔnɪ/ɛ sɛ ɪgraʝu] || They are playing
+| Oni/One/Ona (They) || budili/budile su se
 |}
-As you can see, the reflexive pronoun "se" changes according to the verb tense and the subject of the sentence.
+In the past tense, the reflexive pronoun "se" is attached to the past participle of the verb "buditi" to form the reflexive verb "buditi se". Again, notice how the reflexive pronoun agrees with the subject in terms of gender and number.
+== Cultural Insights ==
+In Serbian culture, the use of reflexive verbs is quite common in everyday conversations. People use reflexive verbs to express actions that are performed on oneself, such as washing oneself, getting dressed, or waking up. It is considered polite and respectful to use reflexive verbs when talking about personal hygiene or daily routines.
+Additionally, reflexive verbs are often used in idiomatic expressions and proverbs in Serbian. For example, the expression "praviti se lud" (to pretend to be crazy) is formed by the reflexive verb "praviti se" (to pretend) and the noun "lud" (crazy). This expression is used to describe someone who is pretending not to know or understand something.
+== Practice Exercises ==
+Now it's time to practice using reflexive verbs in Serbian! Complete the following exercises to reinforce your understanding:
-== Tips for Mastering Reflexive Verbs ==
+Exercise 1: Conjugate the reflexive verb "oblačiti se" (to get dressed) in the present tense for the given subjects.
-Here are a few tips to help you master reflexive verbs in Serbian:
+* Ja (I) -
+* Ti (You) -
+* Ona (She) -
+* Mi (We) -
+* Vi (You) -
+* Oni (They) -
-* Practice, practice, practice! The more you use reflexive verbs, the more comfortable and natural they will become.
+Solution:
-* Pay attention to verb tense and subject agreement. Remember that the reflexive pronoun changes according to the subject of the sentence.
+* Ja (I) - oblačim se
-* Learn common reflexive verbs and their meanings. Some common reflexive verbs in Serbian include prati se (wash up), buditi se (wake up), spustiti se (come down), voziti se (ride), and ruke umiti se (wash one's hands).
+* Ti (You) - oblačiš se
+* Ona (She) - oblači se
+* Mi (We) - oblačimo se
+* Vi (You) - oblačite se
+* Oni (They) - oblače se
-== Conclusion ==
+Exercise 2: Fill in the blanks with the correct reflexive pronoun.
+* "Ja ____ zovem Marko."
+* "Ti ____ smeješ."
+* "Ona ____ budi rano."
+* "Mi ____ pravimo za rođendan."
+* "Vi ____ umivate pre spavanja."
+* "Oni ____ zovu na večeru."
-In conclusion, reflexive verbs are used in Serbian when the subject of a sentence performs an action on themselves. By adding the reflexive pronoun "se" to the end of the verb, you can express a wide range of actions in the Serbian language. With practice and patience, you can master reflexive verbs and add them to your growing Serbian language skills.
+Solution:
+* "Ja se zovem Marko."
+* "Ti se smeješ."
+* "Ona se budi rano."
+* "Mi se pravimo za rođendan."
+* "Vi se umivate pre spavanja."
+* "Oni se zovu na večeru."
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+== Conclusion ==
-==Sources==
-* [https://fastlanguagemastery.com/learn-foreign-languages/serbian-language/serbian-verb-aspect-and-reflexive-verbs/ Serbian verb aspect and reflexive verbs - Serbian language lessons]
-* [https://fastlanguagemastery.com/learn-foreign-languages/serbian-language/ Learn Serbian language – Fast Language Mastery]
+Congratulations! You have successfully learned about reflexive verbs in Serbian. You now understand what reflexive verbs are, how to conjugate them, and their cultural significance. Reflexive verbs are an important aspect of Serbian grammar and will greatly enhance your ability to communicate effectively. Keep practicing and incorporating reflexive verbs into your conversations to further improve your Serbian language skills. Good luck!
-<span link>Excellent job on conquering this lesson! Consider delving into these related pages: [[Language/Serbian/Grammar/Verbs:-Future-Tense|Verbs: Future Tense]] & [[Language/Serbian/Grammar/Verbs:-Present-Tense|Verbs: Present Tense]].</span>
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+==Sources==
+* [https://fastlanguagemastery.com/learn-foreign-languages/serbian-language/serbian-verb-aspect-and-reflexive-verbs/ Serbian verb aspect and reflexive verbs - Serbian language lessons]
+* [https://fastlanguagemastery.com/learn-foreign-languages/serbian-language/ Learn Serbian language – Fast Language Mastery]
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