Igama · root entry nº 222
nyuka
verb (instructive) · //
Go up or upward; Ascend; Climb; Soar
Note on transcription/phonology:
This is the generally accepted spelling nyuka (i.e. with a fully voiced nasal [n̠ʲ]. This transcription however is inconsistent with the pronunciation of the word. The word is pronounced with the slack voiced nasal [n̤ʲ] sound. XHOSA ROOTS provides an alternative spelling using nyh which is the more appropriate transcription of the sound. See nyhuka.
Iinguqu · transformations of the root
nyuka + isa →
nyukisa
verb (causative)
Cause to go upward or soar; lift; Raise
Nyukisa amankcenkce. Raise the metal sheets.
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