he whereas; while; when; but

• • whereas; while; when; but
  • • grammar

  Comment

  <he> occupies the position after the first NP in a clause that expresses a contrast to what is said in a preceding or following clause.

  • • Example 1976:
      

      Hua vamurina vai nao, mepaa nao, amaa ta vaan he vovoosu rosin vai,

      (He) paddled following (them) now, and went, but the people fled home now.

      Source: Sii 06RG 448-449

    • Example 1977:
      

      Teo potee, o buaku koa o vanai, o peho matana, o meho he itao.

      As for the potee, there are only two outrigger beams, one near the bow, and one near the stern.

      Source: Mor 04E(Eno) 044

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• See also:
  • evehe² when he, she, or it ...