THE SUFFIX "-ET-".

198. The suffix "-et-" indicates diminution of degree in that which is

expressed by the root. It is thus in contrast to the augmentative suffix

"-eg-" (122). Sometimes an affectionate significance is given:

beleta = pretty. libreto = booklet.

dormeti = to doze. monteto = hill.

floreto = floweret, floret. rideti = to smile.

lageto = pond, small lake. vojeto = path.

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