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Present tense with verb “to be” (być) Exercises in Polish language
Mastering the present tense of the verb "to be" (być) is a crucial step in learning Polish, as it forms the foundation for constructing simple and complex sentences. In Polish, the verb "być" is used to describe a state of being or existence, similar to its English counterpart. By understanding its conjugation and usage, you will be able to express essential ideas such as identity, location, and characteristics. This is fundamental not just for everyday conversation, but also for reading and understanding more advanced texts.
In these exercises, you will practice the present tense forms of "być" and apply them in various contexts. This will help you get comfortable with the verb's different conjugations: jestem (I am), jesteś (you are), jest (he/she/it is), jesteśmy (we are), jesteście (you all are), and są (they are). By engaging with these exercises, you'll enhance your ability to form sentences accurately and naturally. Whether you're a beginner or looking to reinforce your Polish skills, these grammar exercises will provide a solid foundation for your language learning journey.
Exercise 1
<p>1. Ja *jestem* w domu (verb for being at a location).</p>
<p>2. Ty *jesteś* uczniem (verb for being a student).</p>
<p>3. On *jest* lekarzem (verb for being a profession).</p>
<p>4. Ona *jest* w kuchni (verb for being in a place).</p>
<p>5. My *jesteśmy* przyjaciółmi (verb for being friends).</p>
<p>6. Wy *jesteście* na wakacjach (verb for being on vacation).</p>
<p>7. Oni *są* szczęśliwi (verb for being happy).</p>
<p>8. One *są* w parku (verb for being in a park).</p>
<p>9. Ja *jestem* nauczycielem (verb for being a teacher).</p>
<p>10. Ty *jesteś* zmęczony (verb for being tired).</p>
Exercise 2
<p>1. I *am* happy today (verb for being).</p>
<p>2. You *are* a student at the university (verb for being).</p>
<p>3. He *is* very tall and athletic (verb for being).</p>
<p>4. We *are* friends since childhood (verb for being).</p>
<p>5. They *are* in the park playing soccer (verb for being).</p>
<p>6. She *is* a talented musician (verb for being).</p>
<p>7. It *is* a beautiful sunny day (verb for being).</p>
<p>8. You all *are* welcome to the party (verb for being).</p>
<p>9. This *is* my favorite book (verb for being).</p>
<p>10. The children *are* very excited about the trip (verb for being).</p>
Exercise 3
<p>1. Ona *jest* nauczycielką (verb "to be" in 3rd person singular, feminine).</p>
<p>2. My *jesteśmy* w parku (verb "to be" in 1st person plural).</p>
<p>3. Ty *jesteś* moim przyjacielem (verb "to be" in 2nd person singular).</p>
<p>4. On *jest* lekarzem (verb "to be" in 3rd person singular, masculine).</p>
<p>5. Wy *jesteście* bardzo mili (verb "to be" in 2nd person plural).</p>
<p>6. Ja *jestem* zmęczony (verb "to be" in 1st person singular, masculine).</p>
<p>7. Dzieci *są* na placu zabaw (verb "to be" in 3rd person plural).</p>
<p>8. To *jest* nowy samochód (verb "to be" in 3rd person singular, neuter).</p>
<p>9. Moje koty *są* czarne (verb "to be" in 3rd person plural).</p>
<p>10. Czy ty *jesteś* gotowy? (verb "to be" in 2nd person singular, question form).</p>