We continue our work with the distributive pronoun sérhver (every single) by learning its dative and genitive forms.
Like before, sérhver simply takes the endings of the pronoun hver.
Dative and Genitive Forms
| Gender | Dative | Genitive |
|---|---|---|
| Masculine | sérhverjum | sérhvers |
| Feminine | sérhverri | sérhverrar |
| Neuter | sérhverju | sérhvers |
Using the Dative Case
You will need the dative form of sérhver with verbs that take a dative object, like sýna (to show) and sinna (to attend to), or when it follows prepositions that govern the dative, such as frá (from), með (with), or í (in).
| We show every single donor great gratitude. | Við sýnum sérhverjum gjafa mikið þakklæti. |
| We attend to every single destitute family. | Við sinnum sérhverri nauðstaddri fjölskyldu. |
| Humanity matters in every single relief work. | Mannúðin skiptir máli í sérhverju hjálparstarfi. |
Using the Genitive Case
The genitive form is most commonly used to show possession or connection, translating to "of every single [noun]".
| The contribution of every single donor is invaluable. | Framlag sérhvers gjafa er ómetanlegt. |
| We attend to the need of every child. | Við sinnum þörf sérhvers barns. |
It is also required after specific prepositions that trigger the genitive case, such as til (to/for).
| We distribute clothes to every single destitute person. | Við dreifum fötum til sérhvers nauðstadds manns. |
Your questions are stored by us to improve Elon.io