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Nyuwa
Here, Near;
Part of speech:
(ADV)
Sources:
Notes:
(adverb, also used as a preposition with the oblique): nyuwa piyala near a red-gum tree Note: the 'oblique' mentioned is the noun ending '(k)a' added to a noun like 'piyal' to show that an action happens 'towards' it 'piyala' (towards the red gum tree)
Usage:
Pronunciation Guide:
Say: nyuu-wah
Pronunciation Notes:
Vowels: Standard - 'u' as in 'put', 'a' as in 'path' or 'car'.
Consonant combination - 'ny' (palato-nasal) combine 'n' and 'y' while top of tongue touches hard palate plus nasal vibration. (Avoid the English 'nee' as in 'many').
Categories:
Location, Communication

Example Phrases

English:
Near a red gum tree
Language:
Nyuwa piyala
English:
Two osprey watching near the river
Language:
Nyakilang kamərilak-pula nyuwa kapəl.

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