Verbo - Aula 1 [Prof Noslen]

Summary

In this engaging educational video, Professor Noslen provides an insightful overview of verbs, focusing on the differences between regular and irregular verbs. He breaks down the concept of verb tenses and modes, such as the indicative, subjunctive, and imperative. The professor explains how verb conjugations work based on the root and endings of regular verbs and introduces a fascinating historical context for verbs like 'por.' With a clear and friendly approach, the lesson ensures that learners understand the key elements of verb conjugation and prepares them for future classes, including an upcoming essay on the Enem exam.

Takeaways

• 😀 Verbs express actions, states, or phenomena of nature. They are fundamental in conveying meaning in sentences.
• 😀 Regular verbs have unchanged roots when conjugated, like 'to sing'. Irregular verbs, like 'to have', undergo root changes.
• 😀 The root of a verb is the core part that remains when conjugated (e.g., 'cantar' = 'cant', 'haver' = 'hav').
• 😀 There are three types of verb conjugations in Portuguese: first conjugation (-ar), second conjugation (-er), and third conjugation (-ir).
• 😀 The verb 'por' comes from an older form 'poer', and verbs ending in '-or' belong to the second conjugation in Portuguese.
• 😀 Verbs are conjugated in different moods: the indicative (certainty), the subjunctive (possibility), and the imperative (commands).
• 😀 The indicative mood includes verb tenses like present, past perfect, imperfect past, and future.
• 😀 The subjunctive mood expresses uncertainty or possibility, and includes tenses like preterite, imperfect, and future subjunctive.
• 😀 The imperative mood is used for commands, with two types: affirmative and negative imperative.
• 😀 Regular verbs can be conjugated by removing the root and adding specific endings for each tense, which varies based on the conjugation type.

Q & A

What is the main topic of the class in the transcript?

The class focuses on Portuguese verb conjugation, including the differences between regular and irregular verbs, verb tenses, and moods.

What are regular verbs, and how do they differ from irregular verbs?

Regular verbs are those where the root does not change during conjugation. Irregular verbs, on the other hand, undergo changes in their root when conjugated.

Can you provide an example of a regular verb and explain why it is regular?

An example of a regular verb is 'to sing' ('cantar'). The root 'cant' remains unchanged when conjugated, which makes it a regular verb.

What is the root of the verb 'to have' ('haver') in the transcript, and why is it considered irregular?

The root of the verb 'to have' ('haver') is 'hav'. When conjugated, the verb changes its root form, making it an irregular verb.

What are the three main verb tenses mentioned in the class?

The three main verb tenses mentioned are the present, past (preterite), and future tenses.

What is the indicative mood, and when is it used?

The indicative mood expresses certainty about an event. It is used when referring to events or actions that are considered definite and certain.

What is the subjunctive mood, and how does it differ from the indicative mood?

The subjunctive mood expresses possibility or uncertainty about an event, whereas the indicative mood deals with certainty.

What are the different types of conjugation moods covered in the class?

The three moods covered are the indicative mood, the subjunctive mood, and the imperative mood.

Can you explain the concept of conjugations in the context of regular verbs?

Regular verbs are divided into three conjugations based on their endings: '-ar' (first conjugation), '-er' (second conjugation), and '-ir' (third conjugation). The conjugation pattern follows a set of endings that are consistent for each group.

What historical context is provided for the verb 'por' in the transcript?

The verb 'por' originally came from the verb 'poer', and its evolution shows how language changes over time. The verb 'poer' lost its 'e' and became 'por', and this historical shift is why verbs ending in '-or' follow the second conjugation pattern.