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Part of speech

verb ta 36

Definition

s/he wears h/ well (garment, clothing); (in translation, garment) s/he fits h/, s/he becomes h/; s/he drives or rides h/ well (bicycle, etc.); s/he steps on h/ accidentally, steps right on h/ (cup, coin, etc.); s/he comes upon h/ by chance when looking for h/

Verb Forms

Prefixed Verb Stem:
-ulkuw-
Unprefixed Verb Stem:
wolkuw-
Changed Verb Stem:
welkuw-

Example Sentences

Peskotomuhkati-Wolastoqey English
Ulkuwal wikuwossol yali-kiluwahat utenek. She chanced upon her mother when she was looking for her in town. (DAF)
Ulkakul 'suwehtamol elhokat-te olopuwol. His sweater fits the shape of his body well.

Audio Recordings

Recording Type Speaker
example Dolly
word Brenda
word Dolly