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A0 Chapters
Zero Point · 10 Total Rules
The very first step. You're discovering the building blocks of the language — the alphabet, basic sounds, and how simple words connect.
The Sounds of the Forest
Introduction to the Lithuanian alphabet and unique phonetic sounds. This chapter covers vowels, consonants, and the basics of pronunciation.
5 rules
First Encounters
Essential greetings and polite expressions for daily life. Learn how to introduce yourself and manage basic social interactions.
2 rules
The Identity of Things
Understanding noun genders and the basic nominative case. This chapter introduces the concept of masculine and feminine endings.
2 rules
To Be or Not To Be
Mastering the essential verb 'būti' (to be) in the present tense. Learn how to form simple descriptive sentences.
1 rules
Survival Numbers
Counting from zero to twenty and basic quantity expressions. Essential for shopping and telling your age.
0 rules
A1 Chapters
Beginner · 7 Total Rules
You can understand and use everyday phrases. Grammar at this level covers present tense, basic sentence patterns, and simple questions.
The Present Moment
Conjugating regular verbs in the present tense across three main groups. Learn the patterns for -a, -i, and -o endings.
3 rules
Whose Is It?
Introduction to the Genitive case (Kilmininkas) for possession. Learn how to say what belongs to whom and use basic negation.
2 rules
Direct Action
Using the Accusative case (Galininkas) for direct objects. Understand how verbs act upon nouns in a sentence.
1 rules
Me, You, and Them
Declining personal pronouns in the most common cases. This chapter builds the foundation for complex dialogue.
0 rules
Tools of the Trade
Introduction to the Instrumental case (Įnagininkas). Learn how to express 'with' and describe means of transport.
1 rules
Where are We?
Basic locational expressions and the Locative case (Vietininkas). Learn to describe being inside or at a place.
0 rules
Plurality and Patterns
Forming plurals for masculine and feminine nouns. Focus on the Nominative plural endings across different declensions.
0 rules
Describing the World
Basic adjectives and gender agreement. Learn how to match adjectives to the nouns they modify.
0 rules
Asking the Right Questions
Question words and sentence structure for inquiries. Master 'Kas', 'Ko', 'Kur', and 'Kada'.
0 rules
The Power of No
Negating verbs and nouns correctly. Understand how negation triggers the Genitive case in Lithuanian.
0 rules
Daily Routines
Time expressions and frequency adverbs. Learn to talk about your schedule and how often you do things.
0 rules
Connecting Ideas
Basic conjunctions like 'ir', 'bet', and 'arba'. Learn to join simple sentences into more complex thoughts.
0 rules
Family and Relationships
Vocabulary and grammar for describing family members. Focus on possessive adjectives and relationship terms.
0 rules
A2 Chapters
Elementary · 6 Total Rules
You're building confidence. Grammar expands to past tense, comparisons, and connecting ideas with conjunctions.
What Happened Yesterday?
The Simple Past tense (Būtasis kartinis laikas). Learn to conjugate regular and common irregular verbs in the past.
2 rules
Looking Forward
The Future tense (Būsimasis laikas). Master the simple future formation using the infinitive stem.
0 rules
Giving and Receiving
The Dative case (Naudininkas) for indirect objects. Learn how to express 'to' or 'for' someone.
2 rules
Calling Out
The Vocative case (Šauksmininkas) for addressing people. Learn the specific endings used when calling names or titles.
0 rules
Better and Best
Degrees of comparison for adjectives and adverbs. Learn how to say 'more beautiful' and 'the most beautiful'.
0 rules
Prepositional Power
Common prepositions and the cases they govern. Understand which prepositions require Genitive, Accusative, or Instrumental.
0 rules
Habits of the Past
The Frequentative Past tense (Būtasis dažninis laikas). Learn to describe actions that used to happen repeatedly.
0 rules
Reflexive Actions
Introduction to reflexive verbs with the particle -si. Learn how the particle moves depending on prefixes.
2 rules
Counting Higher
Numbers from 100 to 1,000,000. Learn the complex case agreement rules for large numbers.
0 rules
Commanding Attention
The Imperative mood (Liepiamoji nuosaka). Learn how to give orders, requests, and suggestions.
0 rules
Body and Health
Grammar for describing physical sensations and health. Focus on impersonal constructions like 'man skauda'.
0 rules
Weather and Nature
Impersonal verbs and atmospheric descriptions. Learn to talk about the environment without a specific subject.
0 rules
The Way We Move
Verbs of motion and their prefixes. Understand the difference between 'eiti', 'važiuoti', and 'skristi'.
0 rules
B1 Chapters
Intermediate · 3 Total Rules
The breakthrough level. You can express opinions, describe experiences, and handle most travel situations. Grammar covers conditionals, modal verbs, and passive voice.
The Perfect Finish
Introduction to verbal aspect. Learn how prefixes change imperfective verbs into perfective ones.
1 rules
Hypothetically Speaking
The Conditional mood (Tariamoji nuosaka). Learn to express 'would' and 'if' in various scenarios.
1 rules
Complex Connections
Relative clauses using 'kuris' and 'kuri'. Learn to provide additional information about nouns within a sentence.
0 rules
The Passive Perspective
Basic passive voice constructions. Learn how to focus on the action rather than the doer.
1 rules
Indefinite Ideas
Indefinite pronouns like 'kažkas', 'bet kas', and 'niekas'. Master the nuances of 'someone', 'anyone', and 'no one'.
0 rules
Time and Duration
Advanced time expressions and durations. Learn to use 'per', 'prieš', and 'po' with specific cases.
0 rules
Modal Nuances
Using 'galėti', 'turėti', and 'privalėti'. Learn the different shades of obligation, possibility, and necessity.
0 rules
Word Building Magic
Common suffixes for creating nouns and adjectives. Learn how to expand your vocabulary through morphology.
0 rules
Reported Speech
How to relay what others have said. Introduction to the indirect mood and tense shifts in reporting.
0 rules
Emphasis and Particles
Using particles like 'gi', 'juk', and 'dar' to add flavor and emphasis to your speech.
0 rules
Adverbial Nuances
Formation and placement of complex adverbs. Learn to describe how, when, and where with precision.
0 rules
B2 Chapters
Upper Intermediate · 5 Total Rules
You interact with fluency and spontaneity. Grammar at this level tackles advanced tenses, subjunctive mood, and nuanced sentence structures.
Active Participles
Mastering the four active participles (Present, Past, Frequentative Past, Future). Essential for advanced descriptions.
2 rules
Passive Participles
Understanding the three passive participles. Learn how to use them as adjectives and in compound tenses.
0 rules
The Half-Participle
Using the 'Pusdalyvis' (-damas) to describe simultaneous actions. Learn to say 'while doing something'.
1 rules
The Gerundive Forms
Mastering the 'Padalyvis' and 'Būdinys'. Learn how to express circumstances and manners of action.
1 rules
Advanced Passive Voice
Complex passive constructions and the use of 'tapti'. Learn to describe states and changes in state.
0 rules
Subtle Syntax
Flexible word order and logical emphasis. Learn how to move sentence elements for rhetorical effect.
0 rules
The Indirect Mood
Using the 'Atpasakojamoji nuosaka' for storytelling and hearsay. Learn this unique feature of Baltic grammar.
1 rules
Abstract Nouns
Creating and using abstract concepts. Focus on suffixes like -ybė, -umas, and -imas.
0 rules
Concessive Clauses
Expressing 'although', 'even if', and 'despite'. Learn to use 'nors' and 'nepaisant' with correct cases.
0 rules
Compound Verbs
Advanced prefixation and how it changes verb meaning entirely. Focus on nuances of direction and completion.
0 rules
C1 Chapters
Advanced · 4 Total Rules
Near-native command. You understand implicit meaning and can use language flexibly. Grammar covers rare exceptions, stylistic variation, and formal registers.
The Art of Diminutives
Using the vast array of Lithuanian diminutives to express affection or size. Learn the cultural weight of these forms.
2 rules
Formal Registers
Grammar for official documents and academic writing. Learn the 'kanceliarinė kalba' and its specific structures.
0 rules
Archaic Case Remnants
Understanding trace cases like the Illative and Adessive found in literature and fixed expressions.
1 rules
Nuanced Negation
Double negatives and stylistic negation. Learn how to use 'ne-' prefixes in complex philosophical contexts.
0 rules
Advanced Participle Chains
Syntactic structures involving multiple participles. Learn to condense long sentences into elegant participial phrases.
0 rules
Idiomatic Syntax
Sentence patterns that don't translate literally. Focus on deeply rooted Lithuanian thought patterns.
1 rules
Rhetorical Questions
Using grammar for persuasion and oratorical effect. Master the use of interrogative particles in speeches.
0 rules
Discourse Markers
Advanced connectors for structuring long arguments. Learn to guide the listener through complex logic.
0 rules
C2 Chapters
Mastery · 3 Total Rules
Full mastery. You can understand virtually everything and express yourself with precision. Grammar here refines the finest details of the language.
Literary Mastery
Analyzing and using archaic verb forms and poetic syntax found in classical Lithuanian literature.
1 rules
Dialectal Influence
Understanding how Aukštaitija and Žemaitija dialects influence standard grammar and pronunciation.
0 rules
Stylistic Flexibility
Switching between registers seamlessly. Learn the subtle cues that signal social status and intimacy.
0 rules
The Philosophy of Language
Exploring the relationship between the Lithuanian language and national identity through untranslatable concepts.
0 rules
Creative Neologisms
How to create new words following strict morphological rules. Master the logic of the State Commission of the Lithuanian Language.
1 rules
Etymological Echoes
Connecting modern Lithuanian to its Proto-Indo-European roots through grammar. Understanding the 'why' behind the rules.
0 rules
The Final Polish
Perfecting pitch accent and the musicality of the language. Final mastery of the rhythmic laws of Lithuanian.
1 rules
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Test your understanding with interactive exercises — fill-in-the-blank, multiple choice, sentence building, and translation practice.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Lithuanian Grammar
SubLearn covers 39 Lithuanian grammar rules organized across 7 CEFR proficiency levels (from A0 to C2), spanning 67 structured chapters. Each rule includes clear explanations, real-world examples, and interactive practice exercises.
Our Lithuanian grammar curriculum covers CEFR levels from A0 to C2. Each level is designed to match your current proficiency — beginners start with basic sentence patterns at A1, while advanced learners tackle nuanced structures at C1-C2.
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Grammar is organized into 67 thematic chapters following the CEFR framework. Each chapter groups related rules together — for example, verb tenses, sentence structure, or particles — so you can learn related concepts in a logical sequence.
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