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fala-

[ɸa.l̪a]

prefix

LanguageWest Makian

Meaning
  1. derives verbs of continuous/habitual activity
  2. A prefix used to change other words into verbs that show a habit or a continuous action.
Examples

fala- + jejela → felejela

to sweep

Pronunciationɸa.l̪a

Part of speechprefix

Usage noteThe resulting vowel might change depending on the root word.

Status: Adapted from English Wiktionary — awaiting native speaker review

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