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Hi [https://polyglotclub.com/language/maltese Maltese] learners! 😊<br>In this lesson, we will learn how to use the verb "be" in Maltese. We will look at the different forms of the verb and how to use them in sentences. We will also look at some examples of how to use the verb in context. __TOC__ | |||
In | == The Verb "Be" == | ||
The verb "be" is an important verb in Maltese. It is used to express existence, identity, location, and other states. In Maltese, the verb "be" is conjugated differently depending on the subject of the sentence. | |||
=== Conjugation === | |||
The verb "be" is conjugated as follows: | |||
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| | | First || hu || huma | ||
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| | | Second || int || intom | ||
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| | | Third || hu || huma | ||
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=== | === Examples === | ||
Here are some examples of how to use the verb "be" in sentences: | |||
* Person 1: Int hu? (Who are you?) | |||
* Person 2: Inti hu John. (I am John.) | |||
* Person 1: Inti qiegħed? (Where are you?) | |||
* Person 2: Inti qiegħed fi Ħal Tarxien. (I am in Tarxien.) | |||
== Other Uses of "Be" == | |||
The verb "be" can also be used to express other states, such as possession, ownership, and relationships. | |||
=== Possession === | |||
The verb "be" can be used to express possession. For example: | |||
* Hu l-kotba tiegħi. (This is my book.) | |||
=== Ownership === | |||
The verb "be" can also be used to express ownership. For example: | |||
* Hu l-karozza tiegħi. (This is my car.) | |||
=== Relationships === | |||
The verb "be" can also be used to express relationships. For example: | |||
* Hu l-nanna tiegħi. (This is my mother.) | |||
== Conclusion == | |||
In this lesson, we have learned how to use the verb "be" in Maltese. We have looked at the different forms of the verb and how to use them in sentences. We have also looked at some examples of how to use the verb in context. | |||
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Revision as of 04:00, 1 March 2023
Hi Maltese learners! 😊
In this lesson, we will learn how to use the verb "be" in Maltese. We will look at the different forms of the verb and how to use them in sentences. We will also look at some examples of how to use the verb in context.
The Verb "Be"
The verb "be" is an important verb in Maltese. It is used to express existence, identity, location, and other states. In Maltese, the verb "be" is conjugated differently depending on the subject of the sentence.
Conjugation
The verb "be" is conjugated as follows:
Person | Singular | Plural |
---|---|---|
First | hu | huma |
Second | int | intom |
Third | hu | huma |
Examples
Here are some examples of how to use the verb "be" in sentences:
- Person 1: Int hu? (Who are you?)
- Person 2: Inti hu John. (I am John.)
- Person 1: Inti qiegħed? (Where are you?)
- Person 2: Inti qiegħed fi Ħal Tarxien. (I am in Tarxien.)
Other Uses of "Be"
The verb "be" can also be used to express other states, such as possession, ownership, and relationships.
Possession
The verb "be" can be used to express possession. For example:
- Hu l-kotba tiegħi. (This is my book.)
Ownership
The verb "be" can also be used to express ownership. For example:
- Hu l-karozza tiegħi. (This is my car.)
Relationships
The verb "be" can also be used to express relationships. For example:
- Hu l-nanna tiegħi. (This is my mother.)
Conclusion
In this lesson, we have learned how to use the verb "be" in Maltese. We have looked at the different forms of the verb and how to use them in sentences. We have also looked at some examples of how to use the verb in context.
To improve your Maltese Grammar, you can also use the Polyglot Club website. Find native speakers and ask them any questions!
➡ If you have any questions, please ask them in the comments section below.
➡ Feel free to edit this wiki page if you think it can be improved. 😎