Prepositions with accusative case Exercises in Islandic language

Mastering the use of prepositions with the accusative case in Icelandic is crucial for anyone looking to achieve proficiency in the language. Prepositions are words that link nouns, pronouns, and phrases to other words within a sentence, and in Icelandic, certain prepositions always require the accusative case. Understanding and practicing these prepositions can significantly enhance your ability to construct grammatically correct sentences and convey precise meanings. This exercise set is designed to help you grasp how these prepositions function within the context of Icelandic grammar, providing you with essential tools to navigate everyday conversations and written texts. In Icelandic, the accusative case is not just a feature but a fundamental aspect of sentence structure that changes the form of nouns and pronouns. Prepositions like "í" (into), "um" (about), and "gegnum" (through) are always followed by the accusative case, altering the noun that follows them. By engaging with the exercises on this page, you'll practice identifying and using these prepositions correctly, thereby solidifying your understanding of Icelandic syntax. Whether you're a beginner aiming to build a strong foundation or an advanced learner looking to refine your skills, these exercises will help you become more confident and competent in your Icelandic language journey.

Exercise 1 

<p>1. Ég set *bókina* á borðið (object of the verb "set").</p> <p>2. Hún leggur *bílinn* í bílskúrinn (object of the verb "leggur").</p> <p>3. Við förum *í* bæinn á morgun (preposition for movement towards a place).</p> <p>4. Hann keypti *gjöfina* fyrir afmælið hennar (object of the verb "keypti").</p> <p>5. Þau fara oft *í* sundlaugina (preposition for movement towards a place).</p> <p>6. Ég setti *diskana* í uppþvottavélina (object of the verb "setti").</p> <p>7. Hún fór *í* skólann í morgun (preposition for movement towards a place).</p> <p>8. Við keyptum *miða* á tónleikana (object of the verb "keyptum").</p> <p>9. Hann setti *blómin* í vasa (object of the verb "setti").</p> <p>10. Þau fara *í* sumarfrí í næstu viku (preposition for movement towards a place).</p>
 

Exercise 2

<p>1. Ég fór *um* göngustíginn (preposition indicating movement through a pathway).</p> <p>2. Hann keypti gjöf *fyrir* hana (preposition used to indicate purpose or benefit).</p> <p>3. Hún setti bókina *á* borðið (preposition used to indicate placement on a surface).</p> <p>4. Við gengum *um* garðinn (preposition indicating movement through an area).</p> <p>5. Kennarinn kenndi okkur *um* efnið (preposition indicating about or regarding a topic).</p> <p>6. Hún fór *í* búðina (preposition indicating movement into a place).</p> <p>7. Þeir keyrðu *um* borgina (preposition indicating movement through a city).</p> <p>8. Hann tók mynd *af* húsinu (preposition indicating taking a photo of something).</p> <p>9. Við fórum *í* ferðalag (preposition indicating going on a trip).</p> <p>10. Barnið faldi sig *undir* borðinu (preposition indicating position under something).</p>
 

Exercise 3

<p>1. Ég er *að* fara í ræktina (verb for movement).</p> <p>2. Hún setti bókina *á* borðið (preposition indicating placement on a surface).</p> <p>3. Við fórum *í* bíó í gær (preposition indicating movement into a place).</p> <p>4. Hann setti peningana *í* vasann (preposition indicating movement into something).</p> <p>5. Þau ferdu til Reykjavíkur *í* sumarið (preposition indicating a period of time).</p> <p>6. Krakkarnir leika sér *á* leikvellinum (preposition indicating location on a place).</p> <p>7. Ég lagði bílinn *á* bílastæðinu (preposition indicating placement on a specific area).</p> <p>8. Við hittum hana *í* bænum (preposition indicating location in a place).</p> <p>9. Hún setti kertið *á* borðið (preposition indicating placement on a surface).</p> <p>10. Hann fór *í* sundlaugina (preposition indicating movement into a place).</p>
 

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