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The verb ɖò in Fon
Ɖò is one of the most used verbs in fɔ̀ngbè. It is used to say “be”, “be located”, “have” and to form the present continuous. Here are all its uses.
Ɖò = “to be at / to be located”
The verb ɖò indicates position in space.
Ɖò = “to have”
Combined with an object, ɖò expresses possession.
Ɖò + verb + wɛ̀
To express an action in progress, combine ɖò with wɛ̀.
Tip
Memorize it ɖò = remember the “Swiss Army knife” of Fon. One verb, 3 essential uses that cover 30% of everyday sentences.
One verb, three functions
Ɖò = to be somewhere, to have, or to be doing something. A must to memorize after the pronouns and the 5 basic verbs.
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