(ta)
English: Translation
because; since; as; introducing a subordinate clause expressing reason, explanation, or cause.
Example Sentence
Bina’no ko na iya ta mialinen na kami.
English: Example Sentence
I already called him because we were about to leave.
Notes
ta
conj., comp.
Usage
Lominonad sa awto ta arayo yo popontaan.
“Rode the automobile because the destination was far.”
Notes
Introduces a causal subordinate clause.
Contrasts with kin, which introduces a condition or contingency.
| Particle | Function |
| ta | because, since, as |
| kin | if, in case, should |