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Generic noun phrases in subject function
These constructions are not very common, and more research is required.
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Bare singular noun phrase in languages with definite article
Example 24-66:
Laentan
el giw a' gud lait.
Ø
Ø
laentan
lantern
el
hab
giw
give
a'
det
.
indf
gud
good
lait.
light
A lantern gives a good light.
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Language:
Norf'k
by
Peter Mühlhäusler
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Norf'k
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Generic noun phrases in subject function
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