Pronouns and "To Be" Verb
Pronouns:
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- मैं (I/me)
- तुम (You - informal)
To Be Verb "Hona" in Hindi:
The verb "to be" in Urdu is ہونا (hona). It remains constant throughout the sentences:
Word Order Comparison:
| English | Urdu |
|---|---|
| Subject + Verb + Object (SVO) | Subject + Object + Verb (SOV) |
| I + am + Rishi | I + Rishi + am |
This difference highlights that while English typically places the verb between the subject and object, Urdu tends to place the verb at the end of the sentence. Therefore, it's essential to recognize that the verb generally occupies the end position in Urdu sentences. Here are some examples:
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