obon

see: tagak

        ogbon

The root word "obon" means "something left behind." When affixed with various prefixes and suffixes, it forms different words that convey distinct meanings.

Naobon
•  Prefix na-: Indicates unintentional or accidental completion.
•  Meanings:
○  "Left behind unintentionally" (e.g., objects or belongings).
○  "Surviving loved ones" (e.g., family members or friends left behind after someone's passing).

Inobon\

• *Prefix in-*: Indicates intentional or completed action.\
• *Meaning*: Inobon means "left behind intentionally."

Nakaobon\

• *Prefix naka-*: Indicates unintentional or accidental completion.\
• *Meaning*: Nakaobon describes someone who has accidentally left something or someone behind.

Miobonon\

• *Prefix mi-*: Indicates future tense.\
• *Suffix -on*: Indicates an action being done to something or someone.\
• *Meaning*: Miobonon means "will be leaving behind something or someone."

Paraobon\

• *Prefix para-*: Indicates habitual action or occupation.\
• *Meaning*: Paraobon describes someone who habitually leaves things behind or does so as part of their occupation.

Consolidated Definition:
The Boie’nen words related to "obon" convey various aspects of leaving something or someone behind, including:

•  Intentionality: Naobon (unintentional) vs. inobon (intentional)
•  Tense: Miobonon (future tense)
•  Aspect: Nakaobon (completed act)
•  Habit or occupation: Paraobon (habitual action)
•  Emotional context: Naobon (surviving loved ones)

These words demonstrate the complexity and nuance of the Boie’nen language, allowing speakers to convey subtle shades of meaning in different contexts.