In Russian, personal pronouns help us create sentences and share our thoughts. One key pronoun is "он," which means "he." In this guide, we’ll explore how to use "он" in different ways, including sentence structure, cases, and some examples.

1. Basic Sentence Structure with "он":

When making sentences with "он," we usually stick to a simple order: Subject-Verb-Object. This is like how we do it in English. Here’s an easy example:

• Он (he) + глагол (verb) + дополнение (object).

Example:

• Он читает книгу. (He is reading a book.)

2. Using "он" in Different Cases:

In Russian, pronouns change depending on their job in the sentence. Let’s look at three key cases for "он":

• Nominative (subject): он (he)
• Accusative (direct object): его (him)
• Genitive (possession): его (his)

Examples:

• Nominative: Он работает. (He is working.)
• Accusative: Я вижу его. (I see him.)
• Genitive: У него есть книга. (He has a book.)

3. Talking About Actions and Feelings:

When you use "он," you can talk about what "he" is doing or how he feels.

Examples:

• Он играет в футбол. (He plays football.)
• Он веселый. (He is happy.)

4. Formal and Informal Usage:

"он" can be used in both formal and informal situations. If you want to be respectful or sound formal, choose the right verbs and phrases.

Example:

• Он будет на встрече. (He will be at the meeting.) [formal]

5. Making Negative Sentences:

To change a sentence to negative with "он," simply add "не" before the verb.

Example:

• Он не хочет есть. (He does not want to eat.)

6. Asking Questions:

To ask a question using "он," you can change your voice tone or add a question word if needed.

Example:

• Он дома? (Is he at home?)

In summary, using "он" is very important in Russian when talking about males. By following the basic sentence structure, understanding the different cases, and picking the right verbs, you can express many ideas and actions about "he." Practice with these examples and try making your own sentences to build your confidence!