In Russian, the verb "идти" means "to go."

This verb is a bit special because it changes in different ways when we talk about the past. It's important to understand these changes so we can communicate clearly.

Past Tense Forms of "идти":

1. For Boys or Men:

   • Form: шёл
   • Example: Он шёл в магазин.
     (He went to the store.)

2. For Girls or Women:

   • Form: шла
   • Example: Она шла в парк.
     (She went to the park.)

3. For Things or Neuter:

   • Form: шло
   • Example: Оно шло быстро.
     (It went quickly.)

4. For Groups of People:

   • Form: шли
   • Example: Они шли домой.
     (They went home.)

Important Points:

• We use "идти" when we talk about going somewhere specific or in a certain direction.

• Make sure to choose the right form based on whether the subject is a boy, girl, or a group of people.

By learning and practicing these forms, you'll get better at using past tense verbs in Russian!