Understanding Reflexive Pronouns in Srpski (Latinica)
Reflexive pronouns in the Serbian language are used when the subject and the object of the sentence are the same person or thing. They help us show that someone is doing something to themselves. In English, reflexive pronouns are words like 'myself', 'yourself', and 'themselves'. Let's learn how these work in Serbian.
Reflexive Pronouns in Serbian
Important Points
- The reflexive pronoun in Serbian is 'sebe'.
- It is used for all persons, both singular and plural.
- The pronoun 'se' is also used in reflexive constructions.
- These pronouns do not change form based on gender.
How to Use Reflexive Pronouns
In a sentence, the reflexive pronoun often comes after the verb. It helps to show that the action is directed back at the subject. This is similar to saying 'I wash myself' in English, where 'myself' refers back to 'I'.
Examples
- On se vidi u ogledalu.
- Ona sebe smatra pametnom.
- Mi se smejemo sami sebi.
Examples of Reflexive Pronouns in Sentences
Let's look at some examples to understand how reflexive pronouns are used in sentences. These examples will show how the action reflects back on the subject.
Examples
- Ja se kupam.
- Ti se češljaš.
- Oni se igraju.
Practice with Reflexive Pronouns
Practice makes perfect! Try creating your own sentences using reflexive pronouns. Remember, the reflexive pronoun should match the subject of the sentence and show that the action is happening to the subject.
Examples
- Vi se pripremate za školu.
- Ona se šminka.
- Ja se smejem.