xa- (07_Describing Location in Asaxi)
xa-
Grammatical function
- Type: Relational Locative Prefix
- Function: Topological State (Superior/Non-contact)
- Meaning: Above, over, hovering over.
Syntax
Attaches to the front of the noun.
- Compound:
xa+o→ xawo (Above-here).
Pronunciation
IPA: /ɦa/
Example sentence
Mao xasiŕo vaŕa. The moon is (contained) in outer space.
Derived terms
- xanů - To be above.
- xaŕa - To be above (Stative).