Exercises on the Roles of Subject and Object Nouns in Estonian Sentences

Mastering the roles of subject and object nouns in Estonian sentences is crucial for anyone looking to achieve fluency in the Estonian language. Understanding how to correctly identify and use these nouns will not only enhance your grammatical accuracy but also improve your overall communication skills. Estonian, a member of the Finnic language family, has its unique set of rules and structures that govern sentence construction, making these exercises essential for grasping the subtleties of the language. Our exercises are designed to help you practice and internalize the roles of subject and object nouns in various contexts. Whether you are a beginner or an advanced learner, these exercises will guide you through the complexities of Estonian sentence structure, providing you with practical examples and challenging scenarios. By engaging with these exercises, you will develop a deeper understanding of how subject and object nouns function, allowing you to construct sentences with greater confidence and precision. Dive in and start enhancing your Estonian language skills today!

Exercise 1

1. *Kass* sööb kala (The subject is a common pet).

2. Poiss mängib *palli* (The object is a round toy).

3. *Ema* valmistab õhtusööki (The subject is a family member).

4. Mees loeb *raamatut* (The object is something you read).

5. *Tüdruk* joonistab pildi (The subject is a young female).

6. Koer toob *palli* tagasi (The object is a round toy).

7. *Lapsed* mängivad pargis (The subject is multiple young people).

8. Naine koristab *tuba* (The object is a part of a house).

9. *Õpetaja* selgitab ülesannet (The subject is a professional in education).

10. Mees ostab *autot* (The object is a vehicle).

Exercise 2

1. *Poiss* mängib jalgpalli (subject, a boy).

2. Ema küpsetas *piruka* (object, a type of food).

3. *Koer* jookseb pargis (subject, a common pet).

4. Õpetaja andis *õpilasele* raamatu (object, a person in school).

5. *Auto* sõidab kiiresti (subject, a type of vehicle).

6. Mees ostis *kodu* (object, a place to live).

7. *Tüdruk* loeb raamatut (subject, a young female).

8. Isa parandab *jalgratta* (object, a two-wheeled vehicle).

9. *Laps* joonistab pildi (subject, a young child).

10. Naine istutas *lille* (object, a type of plant).

Exercise 3

1. *Koer* jookseb pargis (subject: a common pet).

2. Mari sööb *õuna* (object: a common fruit).

3. *Mees* loeb raamatut (subject: an adult male).

4. Laps mängib *palliga* (object: a round toy).

5. *Auto* sõidab kiiresti (subject: a common vehicle).

6. Kassi saba on *must* (object: a color).

7. *Õpetaja* seletab ülesandeid (subject: a person who teaches).

8. Ta vaatab *telekat* (object: a device for watching shows).

9. *Lilled* õitsevad aias (subject: plants with petals).

10. Ema küpsetab *kooki* (object: a sweet baked good).