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This page delves into various aspects of Latin grammar, including superlatives, pronouns in the dative case, question words, and modal verbs.
The section on superlatives explains that they are usually represented by double consonants in Latin.
Example: Superlative forms such as "irantissimi" and "miserrimus" are provided to illustrate this concept.
The page then moves on to pronouns in the dative case, listing common forms:
Vocabulary:
- Mihi = to me
- Tibi = to you
- Nobis = to us
- Vobis = to you
A comprehensive list of question words is provided, which is essential for forming interrogative sentences in Latin:
Highlight:
- Cur = why?
- Quis = who?
- Quid = what?
- Ubi = where?
- Quo = where to?
- Num = surely not?
The page introduces the concept of modal verbs in Latin, explaining that verbs like "volo" , "nolo" , and "possum" are often used with an infinitive.
A detailed conjugation of the modal verb "possum" in the present tense is provided:
Example:
- Possum - I am able
- Potes - you are able
- Potest - he/she/it is able
- Possumus - we are able
- Potestis - you are able
- Possunt - they are able
The page concludes by highlighting the present tense conjugation of the verb "to be" in Latin, emphasizing the importance of memorizing this irregular verb.
This page provides valuable information on various grammatical concepts, helping students to form more complex sentences and ask questions in Latin. The focus on modal verbs and pronouns in the dative case enhances students' ability to express ability, desire, and indirect objects in Latin.
This page provides a comprehensive overview of various Latin tenses, including the perfect, imperfect, pluperfect, and passive forms. Each tense is presented with its complete conjugation pattern, making it an invaluable resource for students studying Latin tenses.
The page begins with the perfect tense, which is used to describe completed actions:
Example: The perfect tense endings are: -o, -s, -t, -mus, -tis, -nt
Next, the imperfect tense is introduced, which is used to describe ongoing actions in the past:
Highlight: The imperfect tense endings are: -bam, -bas, -bat, -bamus, -batis, -bant
The pluperfect tense, used to describe actions completed before another past action, is also covered:
Vocabulary: Pluperfect tense endings: -eram, -eras, -erat, -eramus, -eratis, -erant
The page then shifts focus to the passive voice, presenting both the present and imperfect passive forms:
Definition: The passive voice is used when the subject of the sentence is being acted upon.
The present passive tense, used to describe actions being done to the subject in the present, is conjugated as follows:
Example: Present passive endings: -r, -ris, -tur, -mur, -mini, -ntur
The imperfect passive tense, describing actions that were being done to the subject in the past, is also provided:
Highlight: Imperfect passive endings: -bar, -baris, -batur, -bamur, -bamini, -bantur
Finally, the page introduces the future tense, differentiating between the conjugations for 1st and 2nd conjugation verbs versus 3rd and 4th conjugation verbs.
This page serves as an excellent reference for students learning about Latin tenses, providing a clear and comprehensive overview of various tense forms and their uses. The inclusion of both active and passive voices enhances students' understanding of how actions can be expressed in Latin.
This final page focuses on the future tense in Latin and provides guidance on identifying verb conjugations. It also includes the future tense conjugation of the irregular verb "to be" .
The page begins by presenting the future tense endings for 1st and 2nd conjugation verbs:
Example: Future tense endings for 1st and 2nd conjugation verbs: -bo, -bis, -bit, -bimus, -bitis, -bunt
It then provides the future tense endings for 3rd and 4th conjugation verbs:
Highlight: Future tense endings for 3rd and 4th conjugation verbs: -am, -es, -et, -emus, -etis, -ent
To help students differentiate between verb conjugations, the page offers a simple guide based on the infinitive form:
Vocabulary:
- 1st conjugation: infinitive ends with -are
- 2nd conjugation: infinitive ends with -ere
- 3rd conjugation: infinitive ends with -ere
- 4th conjugation: infinitive ends with -ire
The page then presents the future tense conjugation of the irregular verb "to be" :
Example: Future tense of "to be": ero, eris, erit, erimus, eritis, erunt
Finally, the page covers the future passive tense, which is used to describe actions that will be done to the subject in the future:
Definition: Future passive tense endings for 1st and 2nd conjugation verbs: -bor, -beris, -bitur, -bimur, -bimini, -buntur
This page serves as a valuable resource for students learning about Latin tenses, particularly the future tense. It not only provides the necessary conjugation patterns but also offers guidance on identifying verb conjugations, which is crucial for correctly forming verbs in various tenses. The inclusion of the irregular verb "to be" and the future passive tense further enhances students' understanding of Latin verb forms.
This page introduces the fundamental concept of Latin noun declensions and provides a comprehensive overview of the case system.
The page begins with a crucial reminder to memorize the noun table, emphasizing its importance in Latin grammar. It then presents the endings for each noun declension, focusing on the first, second, and third declensions.
Highlight: The first and second declensions are presented in detail, with separate columns for masculine and neuter nouns in the second declension.
The declension tables include the following cases: Nominative , Accusative , Genitive , Dative , and Ablative . Each case is shown with its corresponding endings for both singular and plural forms.
Example: In the first declension, the nominative singular ends in "-a", while the plural ends in "-ae".
A summary of the cases is provided, explaining their functions:
Definition:
- Nominative: subject
- Accusative: object
- Vocative: noun being addressed
- Genitive: of /something's
- Dative: to/for
- Ablative: by/with/from
The page also introduces the fourth declension, noting that these nouns are rare and do not necessarily need to be memorized. However, it provides the endings for both singular and plural forms of fourth declension nouns.
Vocabulary: Declension - a class of nouns or adjectives having the same type of inflectional forms.
This comprehensive overview of Latin noun declensions serves as an essential reference for students beginning their study of Latin grammar, providing a solid foundation for understanding how nouns change based on their function in a sentence.
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Best app on earth! no words because it’s too good
Thomas R
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Just amazing. Let's me revise 10x better, this app is a quick 10/10. I highly recommend it to anyone. I can watch and search for notes. I can save them in the subject folder. I can revise it any time when I come back. If you haven't tried this app, you're really missing out.
Basil
Android user
This app has made me feel so much more confident in my exam prep, not only through boosting my own self confidence through the features that allow you to connect with others and feel less alone, but also through the way the app itself is centred around making you feel better. It is easy to navigate, fun to use, and helpful to anyone struggling in absolutely any way.
David K
iOS user
The app's just great! All I have to do is enter the topic in the search bar and I get the response real fast. I don't have to watch 10 YouTube videos to understand something, so I'm saving my time. Highly recommended!
Sudenaz Ocak
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In school I was really bad at maths but thanks to the app, I am doing better now. I am so grateful that you made the app.
Greenlight Bonnie
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very reliable app to help and grow your ideas of Maths, English and other related topics in your works. please use this app if your struggling in areas, this app is key for that. wish I'd of done a review before. and it's also free so don't worry about that.
Rohan U
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I know a lot of apps use fake accounts to boost their reviews but this app deserves it all. Originally I was getting 4 in my English exams and this time I got a grade 7. I didn’t even know about this app three days until the exam and it has helped A LOT. Please actually trust me and use it as I’m sure you too will see developments.
Xander S
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THE QUIZES AND FLASHCARDS ARE SO USEFUL AND I LOVE THE SCHOOLGPT. IT ALSO IS LITREALLY LIKE CHATGPT BUT SMARTER!! HELPED ME WITH MY MASCARA PROBLEMS TOO!! AS WELL AS MY REAL SUBJECTS ! DUHHH 😍😁😲🤑💗✨🎀😮
Elisha
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This apps acc the goat. I find revision so boring but this app makes it so easy to organize it all and then you can ask the freeeee ai to test yourself so good and you can easily upload your own stuff. highly recommend as someone taking mocks now
Paul T
iOS user
The app is very easy to use and well designed. I have found everything I was looking for so far and have been able to learn a lot from the presentations! I will definitely use the app for a class assignment! And of course it also helps a lot as an inspiration.
Stefan S
iOS user
This app is really great. There are so many study notes and help [...]. My problem subject is French, for example, and the app has so many options for help. Thanks to this app, I have improved my French. I would recommend it to anyone.
Samantha Klich
Android user
Wow, I am really amazed. I just tried the app because I've seen it advertised many times and was absolutely stunned. This app is THE HELP you want for school and above all, it offers so many things, such as workouts and fact sheets, which have been VERY helpful to me personally.
Anna
iOS user
Best app on earth! no words because it’s too good
Thomas R
iOS user
Just amazing. Let's me revise 10x better, this app is a quick 10/10. I highly recommend it to anyone. I can watch and search for notes. I can save them in the subject folder. I can revise it any time when I come back. If you haven't tried this app, you're really missing out.
Basil
Android user
This app has made me feel so much more confident in my exam prep, not only through boosting my own self confidence through the features that allow you to connect with others and feel less alone, but also through the way the app itself is centred around making you feel better. It is easy to navigate, fun to use, and helpful to anyone struggling in absolutely any way.
David K
iOS user
The app's just great! All I have to do is enter the topic in the search bar and I get the response real fast. I don't have to watch 10 YouTube videos to understand something, so I'm saving my time. Highly recommended!
Sudenaz Ocak
Android user
In school I was really bad at maths but thanks to the app, I am doing better now. I am so grateful that you made the app.
Greenlight Bonnie
Android user
very reliable app to help and grow your ideas of Maths, English and other related topics in your works. please use this app if your struggling in areas, this app is key for that. wish I'd of done a review before. and it's also free so don't worry about that.
Rohan U
Android user
I know a lot of apps use fake accounts to boost their reviews but this app deserves it all. Originally I was getting 4 in my English exams and this time I got a grade 7. I didn’t even know about this app three days until the exam and it has helped A LOT. Please actually trust me and use it as I’m sure you too will see developments.
Xander S
iOS user
THE QUIZES AND FLASHCARDS ARE SO USEFUL AND I LOVE THE SCHOOLGPT. IT ALSO IS LITREALLY LIKE CHATGPT BUT SMARTER!! HELPED ME WITH MY MASCARA PROBLEMS TOO!! AS WELL AS MY REAL SUBJECTS ! DUHHH 😍😁😲🤑💗✨🎀😮
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This apps acc the goat. I find revision so boring but this app makes it so easy to organize it all and then you can ask the freeeee ai to test yourself so good and you can easily upload your own stuff. highly recommend as someone taking mocks now
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Joelle Chow
@joellechow_cbwy
Basic Latin Grammar: A Comprehensive Guide to Declensions and Tenses
This guide provides an in-depth overview of Latin declensions, Latin tenses, and essential grammar concepts for beginners. It covers noun declensions, verb conjugations, and various tenses, offering a... Show more
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This page delves into various aspects of Latin grammar, including superlatives, pronouns in the dative case, question words, and modal verbs.
The section on superlatives explains that they are usually represented by double consonants in Latin.
Example: Superlative forms such as "irantissimi" and "miserrimus" are provided to illustrate this concept.
The page then moves on to pronouns in the dative case, listing common forms:
Vocabulary:
- Mihi = to me
- Tibi = to you
- Nobis = to us
- Vobis = to you
A comprehensive list of question words is provided, which is essential for forming interrogative sentences in Latin:
Highlight:
- Cur = why?
- Quis = who?
- Quid = what?
- Ubi = where?
- Quo = where to?
- Num = surely not?
The page introduces the concept of modal verbs in Latin, explaining that verbs like "volo" , "nolo" , and "possum" are often used with an infinitive.
A detailed conjugation of the modal verb "possum" in the present tense is provided:
Example:
- Possum - I am able
- Potes - you are able
- Potest - he/she/it is able
- Possumus - we are able
- Potestis - you are able
- Possunt - they are able
The page concludes by highlighting the present tense conjugation of the verb "to be" in Latin, emphasizing the importance of memorizing this irregular verb.
This page provides valuable information on various grammatical concepts, helping students to form more complex sentences and ask questions in Latin. The focus on modal verbs and pronouns in the dative case enhances students' ability to express ability, desire, and indirect objects in Latin.
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This page provides a comprehensive overview of various Latin tenses, including the perfect, imperfect, pluperfect, and passive forms. Each tense is presented with its complete conjugation pattern, making it an invaluable resource for students studying Latin tenses.
The page begins with the perfect tense, which is used to describe completed actions:
Example: The perfect tense endings are: -o, -s, -t, -mus, -tis, -nt
Next, the imperfect tense is introduced, which is used to describe ongoing actions in the past:
Highlight: The imperfect tense endings are: -bam, -bas, -bat, -bamus, -batis, -bant
The pluperfect tense, used to describe actions completed before another past action, is also covered:
Vocabulary: Pluperfect tense endings: -eram, -eras, -erat, -eramus, -eratis, -erant
The page then shifts focus to the passive voice, presenting both the present and imperfect passive forms:
Definition: The passive voice is used when the subject of the sentence is being acted upon.
The present passive tense, used to describe actions being done to the subject in the present, is conjugated as follows:
Example: Present passive endings: -r, -ris, -tur, -mur, -mini, -ntur
The imperfect passive tense, describing actions that were being done to the subject in the past, is also provided:
Highlight: Imperfect passive endings: -bar, -baris, -batur, -bamur, -bamini, -bantur
Finally, the page introduces the future tense, differentiating between the conjugations for 1st and 2nd conjugation verbs versus 3rd and 4th conjugation verbs.
This page serves as an excellent reference for students learning about Latin tenses, providing a clear and comprehensive overview of various tense forms and their uses. The inclusion of both active and passive voices enhances students' understanding of how actions can be expressed in Latin.
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This final page focuses on the future tense in Latin and provides guidance on identifying verb conjugations. It also includes the future tense conjugation of the irregular verb "to be" .
The page begins by presenting the future tense endings for 1st and 2nd conjugation verbs:
Example: Future tense endings for 1st and 2nd conjugation verbs: -bo, -bis, -bit, -bimus, -bitis, -bunt
It then provides the future tense endings for 3rd and 4th conjugation verbs:
Highlight: Future tense endings for 3rd and 4th conjugation verbs: -am, -es, -et, -emus, -etis, -ent
To help students differentiate between verb conjugations, the page offers a simple guide based on the infinitive form:
Vocabulary:
- 1st conjugation: infinitive ends with -are
- 2nd conjugation: infinitive ends with -ere
- 3rd conjugation: infinitive ends with -ere
- 4th conjugation: infinitive ends with -ire
The page then presents the future tense conjugation of the irregular verb "to be" :
Example: Future tense of "to be": ero, eris, erit, erimus, eritis, erunt
Finally, the page covers the future passive tense, which is used to describe actions that will be done to the subject in the future:
Definition: Future passive tense endings for 1st and 2nd conjugation verbs: -bor, -beris, -bitur, -bimur, -bimini, -buntur
This page serves as a valuable resource for students learning about Latin tenses, particularly the future tense. It not only provides the necessary conjugation patterns but also offers guidance on identifying verb conjugations, which is crucial for correctly forming verbs in various tenses. The inclusion of the irregular verb "to be" and the future passive tense further enhances students' understanding of Latin verb forms.
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This page introduces the fundamental concept of Latin noun declensions and provides a comprehensive overview of the case system.
The page begins with a crucial reminder to memorize the noun table, emphasizing its importance in Latin grammar. It then presents the endings for each noun declension, focusing on the first, second, and third declensions.
Highlight: The first and second declensions are presented in detail, with separate columns for masculine and neuter nouns in the second declension.
The declension tables include the following cases: Nominative , Accusative , Genitive , Dative , and Ablative . Each case is shown with its corresponding endings for both singular and plural forms.
Example: In the first declension, the nominative singular ends in "-a", while the plural ends in "-ae".
A summary of the cases is provided, explaining their functions:
Definition:
- Nominative: subject
- Accusative: object
- Vocative: noun being addressed
- Genitive: of /something's
- Dative: to/for
- Ablative: by/with/from
The page also introduces the fourth declension, noting that these nouns are rare and do not necessarily need to be memorized. However, it provides the endings for both singular and plural forms of fourth declension nouns.
Vocabulary: Declension - a class of nouns or adjectives having the same type of inflectional forms.
This comprehensive overview of Latin noun declensions serves as an essential reference for students beginning their study of Latin grammar, providing a solid foundation for understanding how nouns change based on their function in a sentence.
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The app is very easy to use and well designed. I have found everything I was looking for so far and have been able to learn a lot from the presentations! I will definitely use the app for a class assignment! And of course it also helps a lot as an inspiration.
Stefan S
iOS user
This app is really great. There are so many study notes and help [...]. My problem subject is French, for example, and the app has so many options for help. Thanks to this app, I have improved my French. I would recommend it to anyone.
Samantha Klich
Android user
Wow, I am really amazed. I just tried the app because I've seen it advertised many times and was absolutely stunned. This app is THE HELP you want for school and above all, it offers so many things, such as workouts and fact sheets, which have been VERY helpful to me personally.
Anna
iOS user
Best app on earth! no words because it’s too good
Thomas R
iOS user
Just amazing. Let's me revise 10x better, this app is a quick 10/10. I highly recommend it to anyone. I can watch and search for notes. I can save them in the subject folder. I can revise it any time when I come back. If you haven't tried this app, you're really missing out.
Basil
Android user
This app has made me feel so much more confident in my exam prep, not only through boosting my own self confidence through the features that allow you to connect with others and feel less alone, but also through the way the app itself is centred around making you feel better. It is easy to navigate, fun to use, and helpful to anyone struggling in absolutely any way.
David K
iOS user
The app's just great! All I have to do is enter the topic in the search bar and I get the response real fast. I don't have to watch 10 YouTube videos to understand something, so I'm saving my time. Highly recommended!
Sudenaz Ocak
Android user
In school I was really bad at maths but thanks to the app, I am doing better now. I am so grateful that you made the app.
Greenlight Bonnie
Android user
very reliable app to help and grow your ideas of Maths, English and other related topics in your works. please use this app if your struggling in areas, this app is key for that. wish I'd of done a review before. and it's also free so don't worry about that.
Rohan U
Android user
I know a lot of apps use fake accounts to boost their reviews but this app deserves it all. Originally I was getting 4 in my English exams and this time I got a grade 7. I didn’t even know about this app three days until the exam and it has helped A LOT. Please actually trust me and use it as I’m sure you too will see developments.
Xander S
iOS user
THE QUIZES AND FLASHCARDS ARE SO USEFUL AND I LOVE THE SCHOOLGPT. IT ALSO IS LITREALLY LIKE CHATGPT BUT SMARTER!! HELPED ME WITH MY MASCARA PROBLEMS TOO!! AS WELL AS MY REAL SUBJECTS ! DUHHH 😍😁😲🤑💗✨🎀😮
Elisha
iOS user
This apps acc the goat. I find revision so boring but this app makes it so easy to organize it all and then you can ask the freeeee ai to test yourself so good and you can easily upload your own stuff. highly recommend as someone taking mocks now
Paul T
iOS user
The app is very easy to use and well designed. I have found everything I was looking for so far and have been able to learn a lot from the presentations! I will definitely use the app for a class assignment! And of course it also helps a lot as an inspiration.
Stefan S
iOS user
This app is really great. There are so many study notes and help [...]. My problem subject is French, for example, and the app has so many options for help. Thanks to this app, I have improved my French. I would recommend it to anyone.
Samantha Klich
Android user
Wow, I am really amazed. I just tried the app because I've seen it advertised many times and was absolutely stunned. This app is THE HELP you want for school and above all, it offers so many things, such as workouts and fact sheets, which have been VERY helpful to me personally.
Anna
iOS user
Best app on earth! no words because it’s too good
Thomas R
iOS user
Just amazing. Let's me revise 10x better, this app is a quick 10/10. I highly recommend it to anyone. I can watch and search for notes. I can save them in the subject folder. I can revise it any time when I come back. If you haven't tried this app, you're really missing out.
Basil
Android user
This app has made me feel so much more confident in my exam prep, not only through boosting my own self confidence through the features that allow you to connect with others and feel less alone, but also through the way the app itself is centred around making you feel better. It is easy to navigate, fun to use, and helpful to anyone struggling in absolutely any way.
David K
iOS user
The app's just great! All I have to do is enter the topic in the search bar and I get the response real fast. I don't have to watch 10 YouTube videos to understand something, so I'm saving my time. Highly recommended!
Sudenaz Ocak
Android user
In school I was really bad at maths but thanks to the app, I am doing better now. I am so grateful that you made the app.
Greenlight Bonnie
Android user
very reliable app to help and grow your ideas of Maths, English and other related topics in your works. please use this app if your struggling in areas, this app is key for that. wish I'd of done a review before. and it's also free so don't worry about that.
Rohan U
Android user
I know a lot of apps use fake accounts to boost their reviews but this app deserves it all. Originally I was getting 4 in my English exams and this time I got a grade 7. I didn’t even know about this app three days until the exam and it has helped A LOT. Please actually trust me and use it as I’m sure you too will see developments.
Xander S
iOS user
THE QUIZES AND FLASHCARDS ARE SO USEFUL AND I LOVE THE SCHOOLGPT. IT ALSO IS LITREALLY LIKE CHATGPT BUT SMARTER!! HELPED ME WITH MY MASCARA PROBLEMS TOO!! AS WELL AS MY REAL SUBJECTS ! DUHHH 😍😁😲🤑💗✨🎀😮
Elisha
iOS user
This apps acc the goat. I find revision so boring but this app makes it so easy to organize it all and then you can ask the freeeee ai to test yourself so good and you can easily upload your own stuff. highly recommend as someone taking mocks now
Paul T
iOS user