bogto’en

English: Translation
To snap or sever (something) without using a cutting tool; imperative/causative form.
verb
Example Sentence
Bogto’en mo ana lobid.
English: Example Sentence
Sever that string.
Notes

see: bogto’
Analysis:
       - *Affix:* _-en_, a causative/imperative transitivizer suffix, making the verb transitive and indicating an intentional action.

 

*Relationships and Disambiguations:*\

  • *goto’ vs. bogto’*: _goto’_ describes a propensity for breaking (state), while _bogto’_ denotes the act of breaking (action).\
  • The affixes create distinct grammatical functions:
       - _-en_ makes _bogto’_ transitive and imperative.
       - _-na_ marks past tense/completion.
       - _ka-_ indicates association, extending meanings to related entities (part of, sibling).