Rules 4 Flashcards
In Creole, what are the main singular and plural words used for “the”?
La and yo
When singular, how is “the” expressed following words ending in a vowel?
a
When singular, how is “the” expresses following words ending in an, en, or on?
an
When singular, how is “the” expressed following words ending in in, èn, òn, or m?
nan
If there are no special case for the singular use of “the”, how is it said?
la
When plural, how is “the”expressed?
yo
When plural, where is “the”used in a sentence?
After the noun
What happens when the possessive pronoun “yo” is used and you need to also add “yo” meaning the.
A second “yo” is understood and not repeated.
Kay yo (yo)
“When” or “time” when used as a statement…
lè
“When” or “time” when used in a question…
kilè
“Where” or “place” when used in a statement…
kote
“Where” or “place” when used in a question…
ki kote
