Examples
Meaning
has a tendency to Vb
Notes
Or: 'Vb often', 'Vb habitually' etc.
| Kalaallisut | Translation | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| imerajuppoq | he is alcoholic | From imerpoq, 'he drinks', literally 'he has a habit/tendency to drink'. |
| tillikkajuppoq | he is thieving | From tillippoq, 'he steals'. |
| tusarajuppara | I have often heard it | From tusarpaa, 'he hears it'. |
| sallugajuppoq | he is lying | I.e., he is an untrustworthy person, a liar. |
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