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Phrase Detail
Nguanda tyerrika.
I don't want to stand.
Pronunciation:
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:
ng
uu
-ahnd-ah
tye
rr
-ii-kah
Notes:
Literal Meaning:
Lit. unwilling-I stand
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Explanation:
Nguanda is formed with the auxiliary verb 'nguwa' (to be unwilling) plus the first person subject ending 'anda' ( i ). (the connecting 'w' in 'nguwa' has been dropped in the process). The main verb 'tyerrika' (to stand) has the tense ending only - 'a' for present tense. 'nguanda tyerrika' literally 'unwilling-I stand'.
Learning Focus:
Learning Exercise:
Phrase Sentence:
Sentence
Words Associated:
nguwa - to be unwilling
tyerrika - to stand, to stand up
Topics:
Conversation, Communication
Age Guides:
Yr 7-9
Reference:
VLaLS: Hercus L.A.; p47