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== | ==Word formation and derivational morphology== | ||
===Overview=== | |||
Words are made up of that, if left bare, are usually nouns. Roots most often end in -ა, -ო or a consonant. Roots that end in a consonant add -ი to form a simple noun. In compounds the ი-less form is used. Note that some non-nominal roots may end in -ი. | |||
===Negative=== | |||
The negative prefix კა- can be used to indicate lack. When it is attached to a noun, the noun is put into the genitive case (singular or plural according to context). Note that due phonological rules, when this is attached to words that begin with consonant clusters, the stress of that word may shift. | The negative prefix კა- can be used to indicate lack. When it is attached to a noun, the noun is put into the genitive case (singular or plural according to context). Note that due phonological rules, when this is attached to words that begin with consonant clusters, the stress of that word may shift. | ||