Cine, care, unde
Când vrei să dai mai multe informații despre o persoană, lucru sau loc, folosești Relative Clauses (propoziții relative) cu cuvinte ca who, which, that, where, when, whose.
WHO - pentru persoane
WHO = cine, care (pentru persoane)
"The woman who lives next door is a doctor."
Femeia care locuiește alături este doctor.
"I know someone who can help you."
Cunosc pe cineva care te poate ajuta.
WHICH - pentru lucruri/animale
WHICH = care (pentru lucruri și animale)
"The book which is on the table is mine."
Cartea care e pe masă e a mea.
"I bought a car which has low fuel consumption."
Am cumpărat o mașină care are consum mic.
THAT - universal (persoane sau lucruri)
THAT = care, care (mai informal, pentru orice)
✅ "The man that lives here..." (= who)
✅ "The book that I read..." (= which)
💡 THAT e mai informal și mai comun în vorbire decât WHO/WHICH!
Comparație WHO / WHICH / THAT
| Pronume | Pentru | Exemplu |
|---|---|---|
| WHO | Persoane | "The girl who called you..." |
| WHICH | Lucruri/Animale | "The dog which barked..." |
| THAT | Persoane SAU Lucruri | "The man/book that I saw..." |
WHERE - pentru locuri
WHERE = unde (pentru locuri)
"The hotel where we stayed was excellent."
Hotelul unde am stat era excelent.
"This is the city where I was born."
Acesta e orașul unde m-am născut.
WHEN - pentru timp
WHEN = când (pentru timp)
"I remember the day when we met."
Îmi amintesc ziua când ne-am întâlnit.
"Summer is the time when I travel."
Vara e perioada când călătoresc.
WHOSE - pentru posesie
WHOSE = al cui, a cui (posesie)
"The man whose car was stolen..."
Bărbatul a cărui mașină a fost furată...
"I know a girl whose brother is famous."
Cunosc o fată al cărei frate e faimos.
Defining vs Non-Defining Clauses
DEFINING (fără virgule)
Informație esențială:
"The book that I bought is great."
Care carte? Cea pe care am cumpărat-o!
NON-DEFINING (cu virgule)
Informație extra:
"My car, which is red, is fast."
Informație adițională despre mașină.
Reading: Amazing Travel Destinations
Places That Will Take Your Breath Away
Machu Picchu, which is located in Peru, is an ancient city that was built by the Incas. The site, which sits high in the Andes Mountains, attracts tourists who want to experience its mysterious beauty. The best time to visit is during the dry season, when the weather is more predictable.
The Danube Delta in Romania is a place where nature lovers can see incredible wildlife. It's a region that has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visitors who explore the delta by boat can spot over 300 species of birds. The small villages where local fishermen live offer authentic experiences.
Iceland is a country that offers dramatic landscapes. The Blue Lagoon, which is a geothermal spa, is one of the most visited attractions. Tourists whose dream is to see the Northern Lights often visit during winter, when the nights are longest.
📝 Comprehension Questions - Click to see
1. Where is Machu Picchu located?
Answer: In Peru, high in the Andes Mountains
2. What can visitors see in the Danube Delta?
Answer: Over 300 species of birds and authentic fishing villages
3. When do tourists visit Iceland to see Northern Lights?
Answer: During winter, when the nights are longest
Dialogue: Planning a Trip
Ana: I'm looking for a destination that has beautiful beaches and good food.
Mihai: You should visit Greece! It's a country which offers both. I know a travel agent who can help you plan everything.
Ana: That sounds perfect! Do you remember the island where you stayed last summer?
Mihai: Yes, Santorini! It's the place where I had the best vacation ever. The hotel that we booked had an amazing view.
Ana: I've seen photos of those white buildings which overlook the sea. When is the best time to go?
Mihai: September is the month when it's less crowded but still warm. I have a friend whose family owns a restaurant there.
Ana: Perfect! Can you give me the contact of the travel agent who helped you?
Key Vocabulary
destination (noun) - destinație
A place where someone is going
landscape (noun) - peisaj
The visible features of an area
heritage (noun) - patrimoniu
Cultural or historical legacy
ancient (adj) - antic, vechi
Very old, from long ago
attract (verb) - a atrage
To draw interest or visitors
explore (verb) - a explora
To travel and discover
dramatic (adj) - spectaculos
Striking and impressive
authentic (adj) - autentic
Genuine and real
overlook (verb) - a avea vedere spre
To have a view over something
crowded (adj) - aglomerat
Full of people
Useful Travel Expressions
- "A place that/which..." - Un loc care...
- "People who..." - Oameni care...
- "The time when..." - Timpul când...
- "The reason why..." - Motivul pentru care...
- "Someone whose..." - Cineva al cărui/cărei...
- "Somewhere where..." - Undeva unde...
❌ Greșeli comune!
❌ "The man who he lives here..." (GREȘIT - dublu subiect!)
✅ "The man who lives here..."
❌ "The place where I went there..." (GREȘIT - dublu loc!)
✅ "The place where I went..."
Reține:
WHO = persoane, WHICH = lucruri, THAT = ambele. WHERE = locuri, WHEN = timp, WHOSE = posesie. Nu repeta subiectul sau locul!
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