Irregular verb conjugation in the present tense Exercises in Portuguese language

Irregular verb conjugation in the present tense is one of the key challenges for learners of Portuguese, yet mastering it is essential for effective communication. Unlike regular verbs that follow predictable patterns, irregular verbs exhibit unique changes in their stems or endings, making them harder to memorize. This complexity often stems from historical linguistic evolution, where verbs have retained older conjugation forms. By understanding these irregularities and practicing them, learners can significantly enhance their fluency and comprehension in Portuguese. Our grammar exercises are specifically designed to help you grasp the nuances of irregular verb conjugation in the present tense. Through a variety of targeted activities, you will engage with verbs that frequently appear in everyday conversation, such as "ser" (to be), "ter" (to have), "ir" (to go), and "fazer" (to do/make). Each exercise aims to reinforce the correct forms and usage, ensuring that you can confidently incorporate these irregular verbs into your spoken and written Portuguese. By the end of these exercises, you will not only recognize but also correctly apply these verbs, making your language skills more robust and versatile.

Exercise 1

<p>1. Eu *sou* estudante de medicina (verb "to be" for identity).</p> <p>2. Ele *diz* que vai à festa amanhã (verb "to say").</p> <p>3. Nós *fazemos* exercícios todos os dias (verb "to do" or "to make").</p> <p>4. Ela sempre *traz* presentes quando visita (verb "to bring").</p> <p>5. Eles *vêm* aqui todos os sábados para jogar futebol (verb "to come").</p> <p>6. Eu *vou* ao mercado toda semana (verb "to go").</p> <p>7. Tu *pões* o livro na mesa (verb "to put" in "you" form).</p> <p>8. Nós *podemos* ir ao cinema hoje à noite (verb "to be able to/can").</p> <p>9. Ele *quer* aprender a tocar violão (verb "to want").</p> <p>10. Elas *sabem* cozinhar muito bem (verb "to know" for skills).</p>
 

Exercise 2

<p>1. Eu *vou* à escola todos os dias (verb for movement).</p> <p>2. Ela *diz* sempre a verdade (verb for telling).</p> <p>3. Nós *vemos* o pôr do sol juntos (verb for seeing).</p> <p>4. Eles *fazem* a lição de casa à noite (verb for doing).</p> <p>5. Você *traz* os documentos necessários? (verb for bringing).</p> <p>6. Ele *pede* ajuda quando precisa (verb for asking).</p> <p>7. Eu *sei* a resposta correta (verb for knowing).</p> <p>8. Nós *queremos* viajar nas férias (verb for wanting).</p> <p>9. Ela *vem* aqui todos os fins de semana (verb for coming).</p> <p>10. Eles *dão* presentes no Natal (verb for giving).</p>
 

Exercise 3

<p>1. Eles *dizem* que a comida está ótima (verb for saying).</p> <p>2. Eu *vou* ao trabalho de bicicleta todos os dias (verb for going).</p> <p>3. Nós *fazemos* exercício todos os dias (verb for doing).</p> <p>4. Ela *traz* o bolo para a festa (verb for bringing).</p> <p>5. Você *pode* me ajudar com a lição de casa? (verb for being able to).</p> <p>6. Nós *sabemos* a resposta da pergunta (verb for knowing).</p> <p>7. Eles *veem* o filme no cinema (verb for seeing).</p> <p>8. Eu *quero* aprender a tocar violão (verb for wanting).</p> <p>9. Nós *dizemos* a verdade (verb for saying).</p> <p>10. Ela *vai* ao médico amanhã (verb for going).</p>
 

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