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EQU(ative): sin- | EQU(ative): sin- | ||
2) Case Functions: | |||
a) Absolutive Case: | |||
i) Marks the citation form of a noun. | |||
ii) Marks the O argument of a transitive verb. | |||
iii) Marks the stative S argument of an intransitive verb. | |||
iv) Marks the recipient of a ditransitive verb. | |||
b) Nominative Case: | |||
i) Marks the A argument of a transitive verb. | |||
ii) Marks the active S argument of an intransitive verb. | |||
iii) Marks the possessor of a possessive noun phrase | |||
c) Instrumental Case: | |||
i) Marks the use of an instrument or tool. | |||
ii) Marks the the focus of an intransitive verb of perception, cognitiion or affection if the S argument is stative. | |||
iii) Marks reason or cause. | |||
iv) Marks the theme of a ditransitive verb. | |||
d) Locative Case: | |||
==Syntax== | ==Syntax== | ||