The Accusative case of the noun defines the direct object of the action. For example:

1. Я слушаю джаз.
I’m listening to jazz.

2. Я читаю книгу.
I’m reading a book.

3. Я люблю красное вино.
I like red wine.

We already learnt the basic rule for the Accusative case of the nouns (Unit 10). So now, let’s review and broaden it. When you use a singular masculine noun in the Accusative case, it is crucial to note if it is animate (person or animal) or inanimate (object or abstract notion). Inanimate nouns don’t change, while animate nouns add -а/-я at the end. Compare:

1. Я жду автобус. (inanimate)
I’m waiting for a bus.

2. Я жду брата. (animate)
I’m waiting for my brother.

Here is the table:

Thus, masculine animate nouns in singular share the same endings as Accusative and Genitive. Compare:

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