A discourse particle that is used for emphasis when referring back to a specific topic that has already been discussed or a topic that has already been in the mind of the speaker. The topic is very close to the speaker. [This can be used interchangeably with tu].
He isn't harsh. (He was mentioned earlier and is standing next to the speaker).
Why is your younger brother crying?
( I am/we are) here; this here is. (Used for emphasis when directing s.o.'s attention to the speaker's location; used for emphasis to direct s.o.'s attention to s.t. that is very near the speaker).
I am here to let you know there has been a death at Elik's house.
Your machete is here with me.
This here is my letter to you. (Used as an openning to a letter).
Mag-oy kam? Itu kami magbitsala.
What are you doing? We are here talking to one another.