When you're talking about more than one person or thing, but not including yourself or the person you're speaking to, you use the pronoun "ular." It's the plural form of "u" (he/she/it).
You'll often see "ular" used when referring to a group of people who are doing something together, or a collection of objects. For example, if you're talking about some students, you could say "Ular talabalar" (They are students).
It's a straightforward word, but very important for forming basic sentences in Uzbek. Just remember, if it's more than one and not 'we' or 'you (plural)', then it's 'ular'.
§ Ular: The Basics
Let's get straight to it. The Uzbek word for 'they' is ular. It's a fundamental pronoun you'll use constantly. Just like 'they' in English, 'ular' refers to multiple people or things. It's straightforward, and you'll find it popping up everywhere in conversations.
- DEFINITION
- They
You'll notice that 'ular' doesn't change much based on the gender of the people you're talking about, which is good news for English speakers. Uzbek doesn't have grammatical gender like some other languages, making it a bit simpler in this regard.
§ Where you actually hear this word
'Ular' is a high-frequency word. You'll hear it in almost any context where more than one person or thing is being discussed. Here are some common situations:
§ At Work
In a professional setting, you might hear 'ular' when colleagues are discussing other team members, clients, or projects. It's a natural part of daily office chatter.
Ular loyihani tugatishdi. (They finished the project.)
Menejer ular bilan gaplashmoqchi. (The manager wants to talk with them.)
§ At School
In a school or university setting, 'ular' is used to talk about students, teachers, or even books and assignments. It's essential for discussing groups of people or things within the academic environment.
O'quvchilar kitoblarni qaytardilar, ular yangi kitoblar oldilar. (The students returned the books, they took new books.)
O'qituvchilar yig'ilishda, ular dars jadvalini muhokama qilmoqdalar. (The teachers are in a meeting, they are discussing the class schedule.)
§ In the News
When you're reading or listening to the news, 'ular' will frequently appear. It's used to refer to groups of people involved in events, such as officials, citizens, or protesters, or even countries and organizations.
Davlat rahbarlari uchrashdi, ular muhim masalalarni muhokama qilishdi. (The state leaders met, they discussed important issues.)
Politsiya jinoyatchilarni qo'lga oldi, ular tergov qilinmoqda. (The police arrested the criminals, they are being investigated.)
§ Everyday Conversations
Outside of formal settings, 'ular' is just as common. Whether you're talking about your friends, family, or people you see on the street, 'ular' is the pronoun you'll use.
When referring to a group of friends:
Do'stlarim kelishdi, ular parkka borishmoqchi. (My friends arrived, they want to go to the park.)
When talking about family members:
Ota-onam uyda, ular ovqat tayyorlashmoqda. (My parents are home, they are preparing food.)
Understanding 'ular' is crucial for building even basic sentences in Uzbek. Keep practicing with these examples, and you'll master it quickly.
Exemples par niveau
Ular talabalar.
They are students.
Simple present tense.
Ular katta.
They are big.
Descriptive adjective.
Ular uydalar.
They are at home.
Locative case '-da'.
Ular ishlaydilar.
They work.
Present indefinite tense.
Ular kitob o'qiydilar.
They read a book.
Object in accusative, present indefinite tense.
Ular choy ichadilar.
They drink tea.
Present indefinite tense.
Ular non yeydilar.
They eat bread.
Present indefinite tense.
Ular do'stlar.
They are friends.
Simple present tense.
Modèles grammaticaux
Structures de phrases
Ular + noun
Ular talabalar. (They are students.)
Ular + adjective
Ular yaxshi. (They are good.)
Ular + verb (3rd person plural)
Ular o'qiydilar. (They read.)
Ular + location
Ular bu yerda. (They are here.)
Ular + question word
Ular kim? (Who are they?)
Ular + time expression
Ular hozir kelishadi. (They will come now.)
Ular + object + verb
Ular kitob o'qiydilar. (They read a book.)
Ular + negative verb
Ular kelmadilar. (They did not come.)
Astuces
Basic Pronoun, Essential Start
Start with ular (they). It's a fundamental pronoun in Uzbek, so mastering it early will help you form basic sentences and understand simple conversations.
Listen for 'Ular' in Sentences
Listen for ular when native speakers talk. Pay attention to how it's used at the beginning of sentences or after nouns to refer to multiple people or things.
Practice with Simple Sentences
Create simple sentences using ular. For example, 'Ular o'qituvchilar' (They are teachers) or 'Ular keldi' (They came). Keep it basic to build confidence.
Pronoun vs. Suffixes
While ular means 'they,' remember that often the 'they' is implied by verb suffixes. For example, 'Keldilar' (They came) already includes 'they' in the '-dilar' ending. You won't always need to explicitly say ular.
Match with Plural Nouns
When using ular with nouns, make sure the noun is also plural. For example, 'Ular talabalar' (They are students), not 'Ular talaba'.
Don't Overuse It
Once you get comfortable with verb suffixes, you'll notice that ular isn't always necessary. Use it when you want to emphasize 'they' or for clarity, especially in longer sentences.
Compare with Other Pronouns
Compare ular with other pronouns you're learning, like 'u' (he/she/it) and 'biz' (we). Understanding the differences helps solidify your knowledge.
Formal vs. Informal
In some contexts, especially when addressing a group formally or respectfully, ular can be used more often, even if the verb suffix would suffice. This is less about grammar and more about politeness in conversation.
Beyond A1: Possessive Forms
Once you're comfortable, start exploring possessive forms with ular, like 'ularning kitobi' (their book). This builds on your basic understanding.
Flashcards and Repetition
Use flashcards for ular and other pronouns. Regular repetition helps with memorization. Say it out loud multiple times.
Mémorise-le
Moyen mnémotechnique
Imagine a group of 'ULAR' (similar to 'owls' in English, but with an 'R') flying together. When you see a group, think 'ular' – they.
Association visuelle
Picture a group of people, maybe your friends, and superimpose the word 'ular' above them. When you think of 'they', visualize this group.
Word Web
Défi
Try to form simple sentences using 'ular' with verbs you already know. For example, 'Ular borishdi.' (They went.) or 'Ular yozishadi.' (They write.)
Basic Pronoun, Essential Start
Start with ular (they). It's a fundamental pronoun in Uzbek, so mastering it early will help you form basic sentences and understand simple conversations.
Listen for 'Ular' in Sentences
Listen for ular when native speakers talk. Pay attention to how it's used at the beginning of sentences or after nouns to refer to multiple people or things.
Practice with Simple Sentences
Create simple sentences using ular. For example, 'Ular o'qituvchilar' (They are teachers) or 'Ular keldi' (They came). Keep it basic to build confidence.
Pronoun vs. Suffixes
While ular means 'they,' remember that often the 'they' is implied by verb suffixes. For example, 'Keldilar' (They came) already includes 'they' in the '-dilar' ending. You won't always need to explicitly say ular.
