nemci (nemc-)
preverb, prenoun
older than expected
Verb Stem :
-nemci (-nemc-)
Example Sentences :
| Passamaquoddy-Maliseet | English Phrase |
|---|---|
| Nemcihtaqsu. | S/he sounds older. |
| Nemcomtu. | S/he behaves like someone older. |
| Nemcinaqsu. | S/he looks older (than s/he is). |
| Nemci-skinuhs-ote kis wetonut. | He could be taken for an older boy (e.g., because he is tall). |
Notes :
(perhaps also nemt-)
Audio Recordings :
| Audio Recording | Type of Recording | Authored by |
|---|---|---|
| word | Alberta | |
| example | Dolly | |
| example | Dolly | |
| example | Dolly | |
| example | Alberta |