| Part of Speech | adv |
| Pronunciation | ˈdɛ ˈnawŋ |
| Grammar Note | De 'still' occurs preverbally, while naung 'not' postverbally, except where the predicate is elided or fronted. |
Example 123:
Nènai borona aso de naung.I also haven't eaten yet.
Example 279:
De sobo nèmai nauna, newaka lesi lèmang.Before coming inside the house, I wash my feet first.