dzè (18_Conjunctions & Clause Linking)


dzè

Grammatical function

  • Type: Logical Clause Connector
  • Function: Adversative (Contrast)
  • Meaning: “But”, “However”.

Syntax

Placed at the end of the first clause.

  • Structure: [Clause A] dzè, [Clause B]

Pronunciation

IPA: /d̻͡z̪ə/

Example sentence

To wo aśù dzè, haśùná. I walk, but I do not run.