Examples
Meaning
Subject keeps on Vb'ing
Notes
I.e. denoting a continuous action or state of being of some duration.
| Kalaallisut | Translation | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| akiuutiusaarpoq | he keeps resisting | From akiuuppoq, 'he resists'. Note, this is a t(ə)-stem. |
| aliasuusaarpoq | he is sad/mourning | Denoting a longer period of sadness, from aliasuppoq, 'he is sad'. |
| eriniusaarpoq | he is longing for something | |
| allaasaarpoq | he keeps on writing | I.e. writing for a longer period of time. |
| apuunniaasaarpoq | he keeps on trying to get home | Denoting a continuous struggle. |
| ingerlaasaarpoq | he keeps on walking | Alternatively ingerlajusaarpoq according to DAKA, but this is irregularly formed. |
| uaajusaarpoq | he is rocking back and forth | Denoting a continuous state. |
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