xa- (relational locative) (particle) - above

xa- (07_Describing Location in Asaxi)

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xa-

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).