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Introduction[edit | edit source]

In this lesson, we will delve into the intricacies of the Armenian past tense. Understanding how to form and use the past tense is crucial for effective communication in Armenian. Whether you want to talk about your past experiences, narrate a story, or simply express something that has already happened, the past tense is an essential tool in your linguistic arsenal.

Throughout this lesson, we will explore the various aspects of the past tense, including regular and irregular verb conjugations. We will also provide numerous examples and exercises to help you practice using the past tense in different contexts. By the end of this lesson, you will have a solid foundation in the past tense and be able to confidently express yourself in Armenian when talking about the past.

Regular Verbs[edit | edit source]

Let's start by looking at how to form the past tense for regular verbs in Armenian. Regular verbs follow a predictable pattern when conjugated in the past tense, making it easier for learners to grasp the concept. The past tense of regular verbs is formed by adding specific suffixes to the verb stem, depending on the subject of the sentence.

To form the past tense for regular verbs, we typically add the following suffixes to the verb stem:

- For first-person singular (I): -ի - For second-person singular (you): -իր - For third-person singular (he/she/it): -ար - For first-person plural (we): -ինք - For second-person plural (you all): -իք - For third-person plural (they): -ան

Let's take a look at some examples to see how this works:

Armenian	Pronunciation	English
գրել (grél)	grel	to write
գրի՞ր (gri'r)	gri?r	Did you write?
գրեցէք (grets'ek')	grets'e?k	You all wrote
գրեցինք (gretsin'k')	gretsi?nk	We wrote
գրեցին (grets'in)	gretsi?n	They wrote

As you can see from the examples above, the suffixes are added to the verb stem to indicate the subject and tense of the sentence. Pay close attention to the pronunciation of each form and practice saying them aloud to improve your fluency in Armenian.

Irregular Verbs[edit | edit source]

While regular verbs follow a predictable pattern in the past tense, there are also many irregular verbs in Armenian that do not conform to this pattern. Irregular verbs have unique conjugation forms that must be memorized separately. In this section, we will explore some common irregular verbs and their conjugation in the past tense.

One example of an irregular verb is գալ (gal), which means "to come" in English. Let's see how this verb is conjugated in the past tense:

Armenian	Pronunciation	English
եկա՞ր (yeka'r)	ye?kar	Did you come?
եկանք (yekank')	yekank	We came
եկարինք (yekarin'k')	yekari?nk	We came

As you can see, the irregular verb follows its own set of conjugation rules in the past tense. It is important to familiarize yourself with the irregular verbs and their conjugation forms to communicate accurately in Armenian.

Cultural Insights[edit | edit source]

The past tense is not only a grammatical concept but also a window into the rich history and culture of Armenia. The Armenian language has evolved over centuries, influenced by various historical and cultural factors. Understanding the past tense in Armenian can provide insights into the country's historical context and the way its people perceive and express time.

In Armenian culture, storytelling is highly valued, and the past tense plays a crucial role in narrating stories and preserving the collective memory. Armenians have a long tradition of oral history, with epic tales and legends passed down from generation to generation. The past tense allows storytellers to transport their audience to different periods in time and bring historical events to life.

Additionally, the past tense is used to describe traditions and customs that have been practiced for centuries. From traditional music and dance to festive celebrations and rituals, the past tense enables Armenians to convey the timeless nature of their cultural heritage.

Practice Exercises[edit | edit source]

Now that we have covered the basics of the past tense in Armenian, let's put your knowledge to the test with some practice exercises. These exercises will help you reinforce what you have learned and improve your ability to form and use the past tense correctly.

Exercise 1: Conjugate the following regular verbs in the past tense:

1. սիրել (sirel) - to love 2. ուտել (utel) - to eat 3. գուտել (gutel) - to drink 4. փոքրատառ գրել (pok'ratar grél) - to write in cursive

Exercise 2: Fill in the blanks with the correct form of the irregular verb:

1. Ես եկա՞ր (es yeka'r) միջանկյալ ժամանակ։ 2. Մեր ընտանիքը եկարինք (mer entanik'yekarin'k') գնած տարեկանի։

Solutions[edit | edit source]

Exercise 1:

1. սիրեցի (sirets'i) 2. ուտեցի (utets'i) 3. գուտեցի (gutets'i) 4. փոքրատառ գրեցի (pok'ratar grets'i)

Exercise 2:

1. Ես եկա՞ր (es yeka'r) միջանկյալ ժամանակ։ 2. Մեր ընտանիքը եկարինք (mer entanik'yekarin'k') գնած տարեկանի։

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

Congratulations! You have successfully completed the lesson on the past tense in Armenian. You have learned how to form and use the past tense for both regular and irregular verbs, and had the opportunity to practice your skills through exercises. Keep practicing and using the past tense in various contexts to enhance your fluency in Armenian.

Remember, the past tense is not just a grammatical concept but also a gateway to understanding the cultural and historical nuances of Armenia. Embrace the rich storytelling tradition and explore the depths of Armenian culture through the past tense. Keep up the good work, and soon you will be well on your way to mastering the Armenian language!

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

Course Presentation

Greetings and Introductions

Alphabet and Pronunciation

Numbers and Time

Basic Sentence Structure

Family and Relationships

Nouns and Pronouns

Food and Dining

Verbs and Tenses

Travel and Transportation

Adjectives and Adverbs

Armenian Traditions and Customs

Videos[edit | edit source]

Armenian Past Tense Explained - Learn Armenian Language Basics ...[edit | edit source]

Sources[edit | edit source]

Other Lessons[edit | edit source]

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-As an Armenian language teacher with over 20 years of experience, I am excited to teach you about the past tense in Armenian. Knowing how to form and use the past tense is an essential part of communicating in any language, so let's dive right in! In this lesson on past tense, I will cover regular and irregular verb conjugations, common usage, and provide practice exercises to help you become comfortable using the past tense in various contexts.
+== Introduction ==
+In this lesson, we will delve into the intricacies of the Armenian past tense. Understanding how to form and use the past tense is crucial for effective communication in Armenian. Whether you want to talk about your past experiences, narrate a story, or simply express something that has already happened, the past tense is an essential tool in your linguistic arsenal.
+Throughout this lesson, we will explore the various aspects of the past tense, including regular and irregular verb conjugations. We will also provide numerous examples and exercises to help you practice using the past tense in different contexts. By the end of this lesson, you will have a solid foundation in the past tense and be able to confidently express yourself in Armenian when talking about the past.
+== Regular Verbs ==
-<span link>Consider broadening your understanding by checking out these related lessons: [[Language/Armenian/Grammar/Obligatory-Mood-Future-Obligatory|Obligatory Mood Future Obligatory]] & [[Language/Armenian/Grammar/The-Verb-to-Be|The Verb to Be]].</span>
+Let's start by looking at how to form the past tense for regular verbs in Armenian. Regular verbs follow a predictable pattern when conjugated in the past tense, making it easier for learners to grasp the concept. The past tense of regular verbs is formed by adding specific suffixes to the verb stem, depending on the subject of the sentence.
-== Regular Past Tense Verbs ==
-In Armenian, the regular past tense verb form is formed by adding -ացրել (-ats'rel) to the infinitive form of the verb. For example, the verb խնայել (khna-yel) means "to sleep," so to form the past tense, we add -ացրել to the end, resulting in խնայացրել (khna-ats'rel) or "slept."
+To form the past tense for regular verbs, we typically add the following suffixes to the verb stem:
-Here are some more examples:
+- For first-person singular (I): -ի
+- For second-person singular (you): -իր
+- For third-person singular (he/she/it): -ար
+- For first-person plural (we): -ինք
+- For second-person plural (you all): -իք
+- For third-person plural (they): -ան
+Let's take a look at some examples to see how this works:
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 ! Armenian !! Pronunciation !! English
 |-
-| խոսել || khosel || talked
+| գրել (grél) || grel || to write
 |-
-| գնալ || gnal || went
+| գրի՞ր (gri'r) || gri?r || Did you write?
 |-
-| բարել || barel || ran
+| գրեցէք (grets'ek') || grets'e?k || You all wrote
+|-
+| գրեցինք (gretsin'k') || gretsi?nk || We wrote
+|-
+| գրեցին (grets'in) || gretsi?n || They wrote
 |}
-As you can see, the regular past tense form is formed by adding -ացրել to the end of the infinitive verb form.
+As you can see from the examples above, the suffixes are added to the verb stem to indicate the subject and tense of the sentence. Pay close attention to the pronunciation of each form and practice saying them aloud to improve your fluency in Armenian.
-== Irregular Past Tense Verbs ==
+== Irregular Verbs ==
-In addition to regular past tense verbs, there are many irregular past tense verbs in Armenian that you will need to memorize. These verbs do not follow the standard -ացրել conjugation and have unique forms for the past tense.
+While regular verbs follow a predictable pattern in the past tense, there are also many irregular verbs in Armenian that do not conform to this pattern. Irregular verbs have unique conjugation forms that must be memorized separately. In this section, we will explore some common irregular verbs and their conjugation in the past tense.
-Here are some common irregular verbs and their past tense forms:
+One example of an irregular verb is գալ (gal), which means "to come" in English. Let's see how this verb is conjugated in the past tense:
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 ! Armenian !! Pronunciation !! English
 |-
-| ել || yel || came
+| եկա՞ր (yeka'r) || ye?kar || Did you come?
 |-
-| գումար || gumar || thought
+| եկանք (yekank') || yekank || We came
 |-
-| տալ || tal || gave
+| եկարինք (yekarin'k') || yekari?nk || We came
 |}
-As you can see, the past tense forms of these verbs do not follow the standard -ացրել conjugation, so it's important to memorize them through practice.
+As you can see, the irregular verb follows its own set of conjugation rules in the past tense. It is important to familiarize yourself with the irregular verbs and their conjugation forms to communicate accurately in Armenian.
-== Using the Past Tense ==
+== Cultural Insights ==
-Now that you know how to form the past tense in Armenian, it's important to learn when to use it. The past tense is used to describe actions or events that have already happened in the past, and it is often equivalent to the English simple past tense.
+The past tense is not only a grammatical concept but also a window into the rich history and culture of Armenia. The Armenian language has evolved over centuries, influenced by various historical and cultural factors. Understanding the past tense in Armenian can provide insights into the country's historical context and the way its people perceive and express time.
-For example, "I walked to the store yesterday" would be translated to "Ես երեկ դիմեցի խանութ" (Yes er-yek' dimetsi khanut') in Armenian.
+In Armenian culture, storytelling is highly valued, and the past tense plays a crucial role in narrating stories and preserving the collective memory. Armenians have a long tradition of oral history, with epic tales and legends passed down from generation to generation. The past tense allows storytellers to transport their audience to different periods in time and bring historical events to life.
-Here are some more examples:
+Additionally, the past tense is used to describe traditions and customs that have been practiced for centuries. From traditional music and dance to festive celebrations and rituals, the past tense enables Armenians to convey the timeless nature of their cultural heritage.
-* Քանի՞ տարի առաջ գումարը մտածեցրեց։ (Kani tar-i ari gumar-e mtatserts'?)- "How many years ago did he think?"
+== Practice Exercises ==
-* Երկու օր առաջ եկավ որդինը։ (Yerku or-a araj ek-av vord-in) - "The child came two days ago."
-In Armenian, it's important to remember that the past tense form agrees with both the subject and object of the sentence. This means that the verb form will change depending on the gender and number of both the subject and object.
+Now that we have covered the basics of the past tense in Armenian, let's put your knowledge to the test with some practice exercises. These exercises will help you reinforce what you have learned and improve your ability to form and use the past tense correctly.
-For example, if we want to say "I saw the cat," we would need to use the correct past tense verb form for both "I" and "cat" to reflect their gender and number:
+Exercise 1: Conjugate the following regular verbs in the past tense:
-* Ես տեսային եմ կատու մեծ։ (Es tesayin em kat-u me-ts') - "I saw the big cat."
+. սիրել (sirel) - to love
+. ուտել (utel) - to eat
+. գուտել (gutel) - to drink
+. փոքրատառ գրել (pok'ratar grél) - to write in cursive
-Here, the verb form տեսային (tesayin) agrees with both "I" (ես) and "cat" (կատու) in gender and number.
+Exercise 2: Fill in the blanks with the correct form of the irregular verb:
-== Practice Exercises ==
+. Ես եկա՞ր (es yeka'r) միջանկյալ ժամանակ։
+. Մեր ընտանիքը եկարինք (mer entanik'yekarin'k') գնած տարեկանի։
-To become comfortable using the past tense in Armenian, it's essential to practice with exercises. Here are some practice exercises to get you started:
+== Solutions ==
-* Translate the following English sentences into Armenian using the past tense:
+Exercise 1:
-. They arrived at the airport five hours ago.
+. սիրեցի (sirets'i)
-. She sang a beautiful song last night.
+. ուտեցի (utets'i)
-. He studied for three hours yesterday.
+. գուտեցի (gutets'i)
+. փոքրատառ գրեցի (pok'ratar grets'i)
-* Conjugate the following verbs in the past tense:
+Exercise 2:
-. գալ (gal) - to come
+. Ես եկա՞ր (es yeka'r) միջանկյալ ժամանակ։
-. գցել (gts'el) - to tie
+. Մեր ընտանիքը եկարինք (mer entanik'yekarin'k') գնած տարեկանի։
-. բաղկացած (bagh-tsats') - to be full
 == Conclusion ==
-The past tense is an essential part of any language, and mastering it is an important step in becoming proficient in Armenian. In this lesson, we covered regular and irregular past tense verb conjugations, common usage, and practice exercises to help you become comfortable using the past tense in various contexts. With practice, you can become confident in forming and using the past tense in Armenian conversation. Happy learning!
+Congratulations! You have successfully completed the lesson on the past tense in Armenian. You have learned how to form and use the past tense for both regular and irregular verbs, and had the opportunity to practice your skills through exercises. Keep practicing and using the past tense in various contexts to enhance your fluency in Armenian.
+Remember, the past tense is not just a grammatical concept but also a gateway to understanding the cultural and historical nuances of Armenia. Embrace the rich storytelling tradition and explore the depths of Armenian culture through the past tense. Keep up the good work, and soon you will be well on your way to mastering the Armenian language!
-<span link>Upon wrapping up this lesson, take a look at these related pages: [[Language/Armenian/Grammar/0-to-A1-Course|0 to A1 Course]] & [[Language/Armenian/Grammar/Noun-Gender-and-Plurals|Noun Gender and Plurals]].</span>
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+==Sources==
+* [https://en.wikibooks.org/wiki/Armenian/Grammar Armenian/Grammar - Wikibooks, open books for an open world]
+* [https://www.routledge.com/Beginning-Armenian-A-Communicative-Textbook/Karamanoukian/p/book/9780367408558 Beginning Armenian: A Communicative Textbook - 1st Edition ...]
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