qeci (qec-, qet-)
preverb
trying, attempting; testing, challenging
Prefixed Verb Stem :
-oqeci (-oqec-, -oqet-); (for some speakers) -qeci (-qec-, -qet-)
Unprefixed Verb Stem :
qeci (qec-, qet-)
Changed Verb Stem :
eqeci (eqec-, eqet-); (for some speakers) qeci (qec-, qet-)
Example Sentences :
| Peskotomuhkati-Wolastoqey | English Phrase |
|---|---|
| 'Toqetsonuhtuwal. | S/he wrestles with h/. |
| 'Toqettomon. | S/he tries to eat it. S/he tastes it (to test flavor). |
| Cuwi yaq qeci-peciye sepawonu. | He said he will have to try to come tomorrow. |
| Toqeci-kselomal. | S/he tries to love h/. |
Notes :
(some speakers use the forms beginning with q- for all stems)
Audio Recordings :
| Audio Recording | Type of Recording | Authored by |
|---|---|---|
| word | Stephanie | |
| Word | Dolly | |
| Example | Dolly | |
| Example | Dolly | |
| Example | Dolly | |
| Example | Dolly | |
| example | Alberta |