spiqi (spiq-, spik-)
preverb
upward
Prefixed Verb Stem :
-aspiqi (-aspiq-)
Unprefixed Verb Stem :
spiqi (spiq-)
Changed Verb Stem :
espiqi (espiq-)
Example Sentences :
| Peskotomuhkati-Wolastoqey | English Phrase |
|---|---|
| Spiqqawotuwok. | They (two) walk up the stairs. |
| Spiqi-kikimuhse. | S/he walks upward without making any noise. |
| Spiqqa. | S/he dances up (e.g., up an incline) |
| Spiqatuwe. | S/he climbs up. |
| Spiqiye. | S/he, it goes upward (e.g., walking up a hill). |
| Spiqamu pilasqis. | The slip of paper flew up. |
Notes :
(spik- before u; in certain cases when the combining form of the verb stem begins with k, that k changes to q, as in spiqqa, spiqqawotuwok; see olka, olkawotuwok)
Audio Recordings :
| Audio Recording | Type of Recording | Authored by |
|---|---|---|
| word | Dolly | |
| example | Dolly |