Tuesday, November 13, 2012

Detail #2: Multiple distinctions encoded in conjunctions

An isolating language with a multitude of 'and'-like particles with mainly TAM-like differences (some applicable to both noun and verb phrases, some only applicable to verb phrases or object NPs), such as

  • denoting intertwined, simultaneous, forming unified whole (can also denote comitative-like meanings).
  • habitually intertwined, alternating in time.
  • completing the first action, after which on to the next.
  • irresultative, simultaneous or negative.
  • one action without completion, simultaneously with another action without completion.
  • ...

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