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Present Tense Regular - Conjugation 3

Mastering Group 3 verbs allows you to handle most daily Romanian actions using a simple, consistent pattern.
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Grammar Rule in 30 Seconds

Third conjugation verbs end in -e or -re; remember to drop the ending and add the specific personal suffixes.

  • Identify the infinitive ending: verbs like 'a face' (to do) or 'a merge' (to go).
  • Remove the -e or -re to find the stem.
  • Add the endings: -u, -i, -e, -em, -eți, -u.
Infinitive (-e/-re) + Personal Ending = Conjugated Verb

مرور کلی

Welcome to the world of Romanian verbs! If you want to speak like a local, you need to master the groups. Today, we are looking at Conjugation 3.
These are verbs that end in -e. Think of them as the engine room of the Romanian language. They are everywhere!
You will use them to order food, ask for help, and tell people where you are going. Unlike some other groups, these verbs are punchy and direct. Most of them have the stress on the root, not the ending.
This gives them a very rhythmic feel when you speak. Don't worry about the technical name. Just remember the «-e» at the end of the infinitive.
Once you get the hang of these, you will feel a lot more confident. It is like learning the secret code to everyday conversations. Ready to dive in?
Let's make these verbs work for you!

این گرامر چطور کار می‌کنه

Romanian verbs are divided into four main families. Conjugation 3 is the family that ends in the letter -e. Examples include a cere (to ask), a merge (to go), and a vinde (to sell).
To use them in a sentence, we have to change their endings. This process is called conjugation. It tells us who is doing the action.
The cool thing about Group 3 is that the endings are very consistent. You take the base of the verb and stick a new tail on it. It is like playing with Lego bricks.
You have the main block (the stem) and you swap the small pieces at the end. One thing to watch out for is the 1st person singular and the 3rd person plural. In this group, they are usually identical twins!
If you know how to say I do, you often know how to say they do. This is a massive time-saver for your brain. Just remember that the stem stays the same for most of the ride.

الگوی ساخت

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To conjugate a regular Group 3 verb, follow these simple steps:
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Start with the infinitive form, like a merge (to go).
3
Remove the final -e to find your stem. For a merge, the stem is merg-.
4
Add the following endings based on who is doing the action:
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Eu (I): Add nothing (-Ø). Example: Eu merg.
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Tu (You): Add -i. Example: Tu mergi.
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El/Ea (He/She): Add -e. Example: El merge.
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Noi (We): Add -em. Example: Noi mergem.
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Voi (You plural/formal): Add -eți. Example: Voi mergeți.
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Ei/Ele (They): Add nothing (-Ø). Example: Ei merg.
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Wait, did you notice that? Eu and Ei look exactly the same! This is a classic feature of Conjugation 3. Also, when you add -i for the Tu form, the consonant before it might change its sound. For example, c sounds like «k,» but ci sounds like chi. Think of it as a little phonetic spice to keep things interesting. Even native speakers sometimes have to think twice about the spelling, so don't sweat it too much!

کی استفاده کنیم

Use the present tense when you are talking about things happening right now. If you are currently walking to a cafe, use a merge. It is also perfect for habits.
Do you drink coffee every morning? Use the present tense. It works for general truths too, like
The sun rises in the east.
In real-world scenarios, you will use this group constantly.
Imagine you are at a market. You want to say
I am selling this.
You would use a vinde. Or maybe you are lost and need to ask for directions.
You would use a cere (to ask/request). It is the here and now tense. It is also great for making plans that are happening very soon.
If you say
I am going tomorrow,
Romanians often just use the present tense. It is very flexible and friendly, just like the people!

کی استفاده نکنیم

Don't use this specific pattern for the past. If you did something yesterday, this isn't the form you want. Romanian has a different set of rules for the past tense.
Also, be careful with the future. While you can use the present for very near plans, a formal future requires a different helper verb. Avoid using this group's endings for verbs ending in -a, -ea, or -i/-î.
Each of those has its own family rules. Think of it like a grammar traffic light. If the verb ends in -e, you have the green light for this pattern.
If it ends in anything else, hit the brakes and check the other conjugation rules. Finally, don't use these regular endings for irregular verbs like a fi (to be) or a avea (to have). They like to do their own thing and don't follow the family traditions.

اشتباهات رایج

One big mistake is mixing up Group 2 and Group 3. Group 2 verbs end in -ea (like a vedea), while Group 3 ends in just -e (like a cere). They look similar, but the stress is different. If you stress the wrong part, you might sound a bit like a robot. Another common slip-up is the Noi form. People often want to say -ăm because it is common in other groups. For Group 3, it must be -em. Think E for Excellent to remember the -e vowel. Also, don't forget the silent i at the end of the Tu form. You don't usually pronounce it as a full ee sound. It is more like a tiny puff of air that softens the consonant before it. It is like a secret whisper at the end of the word. Lastly, remember that Eu and Ei are twins. Don't try to add an extra ending to the they form!

مقایسه با الگوهای مشابه

How does this compare to Group 1? Group 1 verbs end in -a and are very common. They use endings like -ăm and -ați.
Group 3 is more closed. The vowels are tighter. If Group 1 is a loud party, Group 3 is a focused conversation. Compared to Group 2 (-ea), Group 3 is actually easier.
Group 2 verbs often change their stems in weird ways. Group 3 is much more stable. If you know the stem, you are 90% there.
In Spanish or Italian, these are similar to the -er or -ere verbs. If you have studied those languages, you will see some familiar faces here. However, Romanian has that unique 1st person/3rd person plural overlap that sets it apart.
It is a quirky Romanian specialty, like putting sour cream on almost everything!

سؤالات رایج

Q

How do I know if a verb is Group 3?

Just look at the infinitive. If it ends in -e, you are in the right place!

Q

Is the i in mergi pronounced?

Not really! It just softens the g. It sounds like the gi in magic but very short.

Q

Do I always need to say Eu, Tu, etc.?

Nope! The verb ending tells us who is speaking. You can drop the pronoun and sound like a pro.

Q

Are there many irregular verbs in this group?

There are some, but the ones we are learning today are the reliable, regular ones.

Q

Why do Eu and Ei look the same?

It is just a gift from the Romanian language to make your life easier! Enjoy it.

Meanings

This conjugation group covers verbs ending in -e or -re. It is a fundamental group for daily actions like 'to do', 'to go', or 'to read'.

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Action verbs

Verbs describing physical or mental actions.

“Eu fac cafea.”

“Tu mergi la școală.”

Conjugation of 'a face' (to do/make)

Person Pronoun Ending Verb
1st Sing Eu -u fac
2nd Sing Tu -i faci
3rd Sing El/Ea -e face
1st Plur Noi -em facem
2nd Plur Voi -eți faceți
3rd Plur Ei/Ele -u fac

Reference Table

Reference table for Present Tense Regular - Conjugation 3
Pronoun Ending Example (a cere - to ask) English
Eu -Ø (none) cer I ask
Tu -i ceri You ask
El/Ea -e cere He/She asks
Noi -em cerem We ask
Voi -eți cereți You (pl) ask
Ei/Ele -Ø (none) cer They ask

طیف رسمیت

رسمی
Ce faceți?

Ce faceți? (Greeting)

خنثی
Ce faci?

Ce faci? (Greeting)

غیر رسمی
Ce faci, mă?

Ce faci, mă? (Greeting)

عامیانه
Ce zici?

Ce zici? (Greeting)

The World of Group 3 Verbs

Group 3 (-e)

Movement

  • a merge to go
  • a trece to cross

Communication

  • a cere to ask
  • a zice to say

Actions

  • a face to do/make
  • a scrie to write

Group 2 vs Group 3

Group 2 (-ea)
a vedea to see
a putea can
Group 3 (-e)
a cere to ask
a merge to go

How to Conjugate G3

1

Does infinitive end in -e?

YES ↓
NO
Stop! Not Group 3.
2

Remove the -e. Is the person 'Eu' or 'Ei'?

YES ↓
NO
Go to Step 3.
3

Use the stem exactly as it is.

NO
Add -i, -e, -em, or -eți.

Common Scenarios

🛒

At the Market

  • • a vinde (to sell)
  • • a cere (to ask for)
🚶

On the Street

  • • a merge (to go)
  • • a trece (to cross)
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مثال‌ها بر اساس سطح

1

Eu fac cafea.

I make coffee.

2

Tu mergi la școală.

You go to school.

3

El scrie o carte.

He writes a book.

4

Noi citim o revistă.

We read a magazine.

1

Nu mergem la cinema azi.

We are not going to the cinema today.

2

Ce faci în weekend?

What are you doing this weekend?

3

Ea scrie mesaje prietenilor.

She writes messages to friends.

4

Ei nu citesc ziarul.

They do not read the newspaper.

1

Dacă mergi cu mine, te ajut.

If you go with me, I will help you.

2

El face tot posibilul să reușească.

He does everything possible to succeed.

3

Citim acest articol pentru curs.

We are reading this article for the course.

4

Ei scriu raportul în fiecare lună.

They write the report every month.

1

Nu cred că el face o alegere bună.

I don't think he is making a good choice.

2

Mergi la conferința de mâine?

Are you going to tomorrow's conference?

3

Scriem documentația tehnică împreună.

We are writing the technical documentation together.

4

Ei citesc literatura clasică cu plăcere.

They read classical literature with pleasure.

1

Faceți bine să terminați la timp.

You had better finish on time.

2

Mergi pe drumul cel bun în carieră.

You are on the right path in your career.

3

Scrie o operă de o mare profunzime.

He writes a work of great depth.

4

Citim printre rânduri intențiile lor.

We read their intentions between the lines.

1

Faceți-vă datoria fără ezitare.

Do your duty without hesitation.

2

Mergi înainte, indiferent de obstacole.

Go forward, regardless of obstacles.

3

Scrie istoria cu propriile sale cuvinte.

He writes history with his own words.

4

Citim semnele timpului cu atenție.

We read the signs of the times carefully.

به‌راحتی اشتباه گرفته می‌شود

Present Tense Regular - Conjugation 3 در مقابل First vs Third Conjugation

Learners mix up -a and -e endings.

Present Tense Regular - Conjugation 3 در مقابل Second vs Third Conjugation

Learners mix up -ea and -e endings.

Present Tense Regular - Conjugation 3 در مقابل Singular vs Plural

Learners use singular endings for plural.

اشتباهات رایج

✗

eu facu

✓

eu fac

Adding -u to the stem is incorrect.
✗

tu face

✓

tu faci

Using the infinitive stem instead of the conjugated form.
✗

noi fac

✓

noi facem

Using the 3rd person plural instead of 1st person plural.
✗

el faci

✓

el face

Confusing 2nd and 3rd person singular.
✗

mergu

✓

merg

Adding an extra vowel to the stem.
✗

voi face

✓

voi faceți

Forgetting the -ți ending.
✗

ei face

✓

ei fac

Using singular for plural.
✗

scriem

✓

scriem

Actually correct, but often confused with 'scrieți'.
✗

citim

✓

citim

Often confused with 'citesc'.
✗

faceți

✓

faceți

Often misspelled as 'facei'.
✗

facem

✓

facem

Over-complicating the stem.
✗

mergem

✓

mergem

Confusing with past tense.
✗

scriu

✓

scriu

Confusing with 'scrie'.
✗

citesc

✓

citesc

Spelling error.

الگوهای جمله‌سازی

Eu ___ la ___.

Tu ___ o ___.

Noi ___ în fiecare ___.

Ei nu ___ pentru că ___.

Real World Usage

Texting constant

Ce faci?

Ordering food common

Fac o comandă.

Job interview common

Eu scriu cod.

Travel common

Unde merge trenul?

Social media very common

Citesc știrile.

Classroom common

Citim pagina zece.

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💡

The Twin Rule

Always remember that 'Eu' and 'Ei' are usually the same. If you know how to say 'I go' (Eu merg), you already know 'They go' (Ei merg)!
⚠️

Watch the C and G

When 'c' or 'g' is followed by 'i' or 'e', the sound changes from hard to soft. 'Merg' sounds like 'mer-g', but 'mergi' sounds like 'mer-dzh'.
🎯

Stress the Root

In G3 verbs, the stress usually stays on the root. Say 'MER-gem', not 'mer-GEM'. It makes you sound much more natural.
💬

Politeness Counts

When using 'a cere' (to ask) in a restaurant, it's polite to add 'vă rog' (please). 'Cer o apă, vă rog!'

Smart Tips

Check the infinitive ending to guess the conjugation.

I don't know how to conjugate 'a merge'. → It ends in -e, so it's 3rd conjugation.

Look at the 3rd person plural form.

I don't know the stem of 'a merge'. → The 3rd person plural is 'ei merg', so the stem is 'merg'.

Always double check the 2nd person plural ending.

Voi face. → Voi faceți.

Don't worry about small mistakes.

I'm afraid to speak. → I'll just say it, and they will understand.

تلفظ

fac / fa-CEM

Stress

The stress usually falls on the stem in the singular, but shifts in the plural.

Question

Faci? ↑

Rising pitch at the end indicates a question.

حفظ کنید

روش یادسپاری

Remember the 'U-I-E' pattern: You (U) do it, I (I) write it, He (E) goes there.

تداعی تصویری

Imagine a factory (face) where robots are making (fac) things, going (mergi) on conveyor belts, and writing (scrie) labels.

Rhyme

Eu fac, tu faci, el face, noi facem, voi faceți, ei fac, it's the Romanian track!

Story

Maria wants to do (face) her homework. She goes (merge) to the library. She writes (scrie) her essay. She reads (citește) her notes.

شبکه واژگان

a facea mergea scriea citia ducea pune

چالش

Conjugate 'a merge' in your head while walking to the bus stop today.

نکات فرهنگی

Using the formal 'faceți' is essential when speaking to strangers or elders.

These verbs derive from Latin third-conjugation verbs ending in -ere.

شروع‌کننده‌های مکالمه

“

Ce faci în timpul liber?

“

Unde mergi în vacanță?

“

Scrii des mesaje prietenilor?

“

Ce faci pentru a învăța limba română?

موضوعات نگارش

Scrie despre ce faci în fiecare dimineață.
Descrie un loc unde mergi des.
Scrie un e-mail unui prieten despre planurile tale.
Analizează importanța de a citi zilnic.
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Test Yourself

Fill in the correct form of 'a merge' (to go).

Noi ___ la film deseară.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: mergem
For 'Noi' (we), we add the ending '-em' to the stem 'merg-'.
Fill in the correct form of 'a cere' (to ask/request).

Ei ___ ajutor în oraș.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: cer
In Conjugation 3, the 'Ei/Ele' (they) form is identical to the 'Eu' form, which has no added ending.
Fill in the correct form of 'a vinde' (to sell).

Tu ___ mașina ta?

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: vinzi
For 'Tu', we add '-i'. Note: the 'd' in 'vinde' changes to 'z' before 'i' for phonetic reasons.

Score: /3

تمرین‌های عملی

8 exercises
Conjugate 'a face' for 'Eu'.

Eu ___ cafea.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: fac
The 1st person singular of 'a face' is 'fac'.
Which is correct? چند گزینه‌ای

Tu ___ la școală.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: mergi
The 2nd person singular of 'a merge' is 'mergi'.
Fix the mistake. Error Correction

Find and fix the mistake:

Noi fac temele.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: Noi facem temele.
1st person plural requires -em.
Order the words. Sentence Building

scrie / el / o / scrisoare

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: El scrie o scrisoare.
Standard SVO order.
Conjugate 'a citi' for 'Voi'. Conjugation Drill

Voi ___ cartea.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: citiți
2nd person plural of 'a citi' is 'citiți'.
Match the verb to the person. جفت کردن

facem - noi, scrii - tu, merge - el, citesc - ei

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: Correct
All matches are correct.
Conjugate 'a merge' for 'Ei'.

Ei ___ la munte.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: merg
3rd person plural is 'merg'.
Which is correct? چند گزینه‌ای

Voi ___ raportul.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: scrieți
2nd person plural of 'a scrie' is 'scrieți'.

Score: /8

سوالات متداول (8)

Many third conjugation verbs were irregular in Latin, and this irregularity persisted into modern Romanian.

Yes, it is one of the most frequently used verbs in the language.

If it ends in -e or -re in the infinitive, it is likely 3rd conjugation.

Yes, but the past tense uses different endings.

Yes, always check the dictionary for irregular stems.

For 'a face', yes, both are 'fac'.

Use formal with strangers and informal with friends.

Use apps, read books, or talk to native speakers.

Scaffolded Practice

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2

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Mastery Progress

Needs Practice

Improving

Strong

Mastered

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In Other Languages

Spanish high

Hacer (to do)

Spanish uses -o for 1st person, Romanian uses -u or stem.

French moderate

Faire

French has more silent letters in conjugation.

German low

Tun

German stems change based on vowel shifts.

Japanese none

Suru

Japanese does not conjugate for person.

Arabic partial

Fa'ala

Arabic conjugates for gender in the 2nd/3rd person.

Chinese none

Zuò

Chinese verbs do not change form at all.

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