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Understanding Latin Verb Conjugation: A Comprehensive Guide

This guide explains the concept of conjugating verbs, focusing on Latin's irregular verb "sum." We explore the five properties of verbs: person, number, tense, voice, and mood, demonstrating how these impact verb forms. The lesson covers conjugation in the present tense, providing practical examples and interactive practice activities. Using mnemonic devices and hands-on exercises, learners can effectively master verb conjugation, particularly in understanding how "sum" translates in various scenarios. Perfect for students seeking to enhance their Latin verb skills.

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Understanding Latin Verb Conjugation: A Comprehensive Guide

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  1. Verbs: Conjugating

  2. Clear Targets • Explain what conjugating is & when we do it. • Conjugate sum in the present tense.

  3. Verb Review • 5 Properties of a Verb • Person • Number • Tense • Voice • Mood • Conjugating – changing a verb depending on these properties • Like declining, but for verbs only

  4. Conjugating in English • I (is, are, am) a teacher. • You (is, are, am) a teacher. • He (is, are, am) a teacher. • We (is, are, am) teachers. • You all (is, are, am) teachers. • They (is, are, am) teachers.

  5. English Conjugation Chart

  6. Latin Verb Endings Remember this mnemonic: “most must isnt”

  7. Conjugating “sum” Starting with sum because it’s irregular

  8. Conjugating “adsum” • Adsum = ad + sum • What could it mean?

  9. Practice Time • Written Practice • Conjugate sum 3 times on your whiteboard – race your partner – no looking at notes! Card Practice • Get 12 pieces of index card the same size (scissors up here) • 6 cards will have Latin, one form per card; one card will have sum, one will have es, and so on • 6 have English – I am, you are, he is, etc. • Organize into a chart & match translations

  10. Example sum I am sumus We are es You are estis Y’all are est He is sunt They are

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