Mapun - kina

kina

Indicates a question in the mind of the speaker as to whether or not s.t. is or isn't. That's why this particle is most often used with yes/no questions. It is not mandatory but used for empasis. The topic is near the hearer.

Sa' gi kina inaa bagay nu?

Isn't that your friend?

Mme' kina si Dista?

Is Dista going (or not)?

kitu, kilay ₂, ka