Understanding Eesti Demonstrative Pronouns
In the Estonian language, demonstrative pronouns are special words that help us point out specific things or people. They are like little words that show us which thing or person we are talking about.
Main Demonstrative Pronouns in Eesti
Important Points
- See - This
- Too - That
- Need - These
- Need - Those
Let's explore each of these pronouns and see how we can use them in sentences.
'See' is used when we talk about something close to us, like 'this'. 'Too' is used for things that are further away, like 'that'.
Examples
- See on minu raamat. (This is my book.)
- Too on sinu maja. (That is your house.)
'Need' is used for more than one thing or person. It can mean 'these' or 'those' depending on how near or far the things are.
Examples
- Need on minu sõbrad. (These are my friends.)
- Need on sinu mänguasjad. (Those are your toys.)
Tips for Remembering Demonstrative Pronouns
Important Points
- Think about distance: is it near or far?
- Use 'See' and 'Need' for things close to you.
- Use 'Too' and 'Need' for things far from you.
- Practice with everyday objects around you.
Examples
- See on minu pastakas. (This is my pen.)
- Need on minu raamatud. (These are my books.)
- Too on vana auto. (That is an old car.)