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Phrase Detail

Kalinandin.
He/she/it loves me
Pronunciation:
Say: kahl-iin-ahn-diin
Notes:
Vowels: both vowels are standard - 'a' as in 'path' and 'i' as in 'sit'.
Emphasis on the 1st syllable and less so on the 3rd.
Literal Meaning:
Loves-he/she/it-me
Shows:
Verb ending - object - me - andin, Verb head-word, Verb ending - he/she/it does - a, Verb ending - happens now - a
Explanation:
Simple sentence consisting of - kalina (he/she/it loves), andin (me). Shows: subject and object endings endings added to verb (kalina). The subject ending 'a' (he, she, it) has been hidden or replaced by the 'a' in 'andin' (me).
Learning Focus:
Socialising, Interacting, Grammar, Communication
Learning Exercise:
Phrase Sentence:
Sentence
Words Associated:
kalina - to love
Topics:
People and Family - Feelings
Age Guides:
Yr 1-3, Yr 4-6
Reference:
VLaLS, Hercus, p51, 2.3.2.1.1 Statements