Universal #112
Legacy number: 112
| Number | 112 |
| Original | If the adverb occurs on the opposite side of the verb from the object, then the order of adjective and noun will mirror the order of adverb and verb. |
| Standardized | IF objects follow verbs and adverbs precede verbs, THEN adjectives precede nouns. IF objects precede verbs and adverbs follow verbs, THEN adjectives follow nouns. |
| Formula | (V O & Adv V) ⇒ Adj N; (O V & V Adv) ⇒ N Adj |
| Keywords | oder, noun, adjective, verb, adverb, object |
| Domain | syntax |
| Type | implication |
| Status | achronic |
| Quality | almost absolute? |
| Basis | sample of 316 languages in Dryer 1988a |
| Source | Dryer 1988a: 202, 205 |
Discussion
Counterexamples
For the first implication: Jicaltepec Mixtec (Oto-Manguean) (Dryer 1988a: 202)
Notes
Cf. #107.
Comment
Cf. <a class="innerLink" href="browse.php?entry_id=107"><img src="../img/entry.gif" border="0">
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