Sama, Central

umpig

pa-

to give support to one side of a battle or issue; to side with someone; to take sides for a cause.

I shall side with Mariyam if I judge between you and her.

mag-

to be with someone; to companion someone.

Si Kadjim ya sehe ku sidja mag-umpig missi.

Kadjim is my companion who is always companioning [me] fishing.

Kadjim is my fishing buddy.

N-

to tackle someone; to take on someone.

Umpigun dikayuh; aku ngumpig dikayuh.

You take on one person; I shall take on the other.

eh, ni-, -an

to be sided with; to be championed; to be supported.

Niumpigan eh nu siga aa magbonoh?

The fighters will be supported by you?

Are you going to side with the fighters?