paisi
(pa- + isi)
Meaning
Notice; advisory; announcement; informational directive.
Semantic Function
The causative/instrumental pa- shifts the root from:
“to know”
→
“to cause others to know”
Example
Paisi sa nga’min.
“Notice to all.”
“Announcement to everyone.”
Semantic Development
| Root | Derived meaning |
| isi | know |
| paisi | something intended to make others know |
This represents institutionalized or public information.