Exercises on Correct Usage of Estonian Prepositions with Nouns

Mastering the correct usage of prepositions with nouns is crucial for achieving fluency in the Estonian language. Prepositions are small but powerful words that can dramatically alter the meaning of a sentence, making their proper use essential for clear and effective communication. In Estonian, the relationship between prepositions and nouns can be particularly nuanced, requiring a good grasp of both vocabulary and context. This set of exercises is designed to help you understand and practice these relationships, ensuring that you can confidently navigate everyday conversations, written texts, and more complex linguistic structures. Our exercises cover a range of scenarios, from basic interactions to more sophisticated dialogues, providing a comprehensive approach to learning. You'll encounter practical examples and contextual applications that reflect real-life usage, allowing you to see how prepositions function in various settings. By engaging with these exercises, you will not only reinforce your understanding of Estonian prepositions but also enhance your overall language skills. Whether you are a beginner looking to build a strong foundation or an advanced learner aiming to polish your proficiency, these exercises offer valuable practice to elevate your command of Estonian.

Exercise 1

1. Ma lähen *poodi* (verb for movement to a place).

2. Ta elab *Tallinnas* (city name in Estonia).

3. Me kohtume *kohvikus* (place to drink coffee).

4. Raamat on *laual* (place where the book is).

5. Me läheme *randa* (place to swim).

6. Koer jookseb *aias* (place where the dog runs).

7. Auto seisab *parklas* (place to park a car).

8. Nad mängivad *jalgpalli* (sport they are playing).

9. Ta töötab *kontoris* (place of work).

10. Lilled on *vaasis* (container for flowers).

Exercise 2

1. Ma lähen *poodi* (kohal, kuhu minnakse).

2. Ta elab *majas* (ehitis, kus elatakse).

3. Me kohtusime *pargis* (koht, kus kasvavad puud ja lilled).

4. Ta töötab *kontoris* (koht, kus tehakse tööd).

5. Lapsed mängivad *hoovis* (ala maja ümber).

6. Raamat on *laual* (mööbliese, millel saab süüa ja töötada).

7. Koer magab *diivanil* (mööbliese, kus saab istuda ja lamada).

8. Ta õppis *ülikoolis* (koht, kus saadakse kõrgharidus).

9. Nad sõidavad *autoga* (sõiduvahend, millel on neli ratast).

10. Kass on *aknal* (koht, kust saab välja vaadata).

Exercise 3

1. Ta viib lapsed *kooli* (place where children go to learn).

2. Me läheme *tööle* (a place where people work).

3. Koer magab *voodi* all (a piece of furniture used for sleeping).

4. Ma tulen *poest* tagasi (a place where items are bought).

5. Nad istuvad *laua* taga (a piece of furniture used for eating or working).

6. Ma sõidan *bussiga* tööle (a mode of public transportation).

7. Kass peidab ennast *diivani* taha (a piece of furniture used for sitting).

8. Me läheme *poodi* (a place where items are bought).

9. Kiri on *laual* (a piece of furniture used for eating or working).

10. Nad jalutavad *pargis* (a public outdoor area for recreation).