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💬 AI-assisted grammar analysis: ai functions as a situational linker that anchors actions or states within a defined time, place, or condition. It closes descriptive phrases and converts them into active contextual frames, indicating that what follows occurs within or as a result of that situation. The particle does not translate directly into English but is essential for narrative cohesion and state continuity. There is no single-word English gloss. Functionally, ai means: “within this defi...
💬 Discourse marker with two main functions: (1) Adversative/contrastive "but, however" at clause boundaries, introducing contrast or new development. (2) In phrase "A itaia" = "Behold, look" (attention-directing). Often sentence-initial after punctuation.
💬 Ablative/source marker indicating origin, source, or separation. "tanobada amo" = from the earth, "tano amo e vara" = came from the ground, "Aigupto amo" = from Egypt, "unu amo" (375×) = from there/that. Follows nouns/locations. Common patterns: "X amo e" (1865×) = came/went from X. Compare: "ai" (locative, at/in), "ela" (allative, to/toward).
💬 Adjective with meanings related to strength/quality. "dabua aukana" (37×) = fine linen / quality cloth. "gabu aukana" (9×) = stronghold / fortified place. "taravatu aukana" = strict/solemn command. "hesiai aukana" = hard service. Core meaning seems to be strength/firmness applied to different contexts.