Bosanski Noun Declension Guide
In Bosanski, nouns change their form depending on their role in the sentence. This is called declension. Nouns can be in different cases, and each case has a special job.
Important Points
- Nominative Case: Used when the noun is the subject of the sentence.
- Genitive Case: Shows possession or relationship.
- Dative Case: Indicates the noun is an indirect object.
- Accusative Case: Used for direct objects.
- Vocative Case: Used when calling or addressing someone.
- Instrumental Case: Shows the means or instrument.
- Locative Case: Indicates location or time.
Each case has its own endings, and these endings can change depending on whether the noun is masculine, feminine, or neuter. Let's look at some examples to understand better.
Examples
- Nominative: Pas je velik. (The dog is big.)
- Genitive: Ovo je kuća mog prijatelja. (This is my friend's house.)
- Dative: Dajem dječaku loptu. (I am giving the ball to the boy.)
It's important to memorize the endings for each case and gender. With practice, you'll get better at recognizing and using them correctly.
Examples
- Accusative: Vidim mačku. (I see the cat.)
- Vocative: Marko, dođi ovamo! (Marko, come here!)
- Instrumental: Idem s prijateljem. (I am going with my friend.)
Try to use these cases in your sentences. Make up stories or sentences with your friends, and see how many different cases you can use!