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.(si)
English: Translation
Marks a personal name or individualized referent. The primary grammatical function of si is to introduce an individualized personal referent. Its honorific and affectionate uses are secondary cultural extensions.
Notes
si
particle
Definition
Marks a personal name or individualized referent.
Functions
- Personal-name marker
Introduces human personal names. - Honorific marker
Conveys familiarity, affection, or respect. - Personifying marker
May be extended to named animals or cherished objects.
Examples
Si Maria
“Maria”
Si Lola
“Grandmother”
Si Buddy
“Buddy (pet name)”
Notes
The primary grammatical function of si is to introduce an individualized personal referent.
Its honorific and affectionate uses are secondary cultural extensions.
| Personal | Common / Non-personal |
| si | yo |
| ni | nyo |
| ki | sa |
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