The infinitive is formed by appending -a to the verb-stem, e.g. skriva ~ to write.
The active participle is formed by appending -end to the verb-stem, e.g. skrivend ~ writing.
The passive participle is formed by appending -et to the verb-stem, e.g. skrivet ~ written. If speakable the e in the ending can be elluded, e.g. skrivt.
The following table lists the timeforms found in Folksprak and how they are built in the indicative-mode.
| Name | Building Scheme (indicative) | Example | Translation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Present | [verb:stem] | ek skriv | i write |
| Perfect | [flected hav] + [verb:passive participle] | ek hav skrivt | i have written |
| Future | [flected skal/vil/kom] + [verb:infinitive] | ek skal skriva | i will write |
The imperative only exists in the present tense for the 2nd person singular and plural. It is formed by using the bare stem of the verb, optionally followed by the personal pronoun (i.e. either du or je) in order to specify or emphasize the numerus. Examples: skriv!, skriv, je!.
conjunctiveThere is no change in the verb for conjugating according to person and count.
Examples: ek skriv ~ i write, du skriv ~ you write, hin skriv ~ he writes, vi skriv ~ we write