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| − | An adverb is a word that modifies a [[Verb (definition)|verb]]. | + | An adverb is a word that modifies a [[Verb (definition)|verb]]. In English, adverbs are often marked with the suffix ''-ly'' as in ''quickly'', ''thoughtfully'' and ''honestly''. In Gaelic, adverbs are typically [[Adjective (definition)|adjectives]] preceded by the particle ''gu'', as in ''gu math'' "well" or ''gu mi-fhortanach'' "unfortunately'' |
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Revision as of 02:59, 16 September 2009
An adverb is a word that modifies a verb. In English, adverbs are often marked with the suffix -ly as in quickly, thoughtfully and honestly. In Gaelic, adverbs are typically adjectives preceded by the particle gu, as in gu math "well" or gu mi-fhortanach "unfortunately
