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Quantifiers

Quantifiers are determiners that indicate the quantity of a noun.

  • Nullar and total numbers → Naturally make "all" and "none" redundant, simplifying expressions.
  • Usage Restrictions → Quantifiers cannot be used with uncountable nouns, since the number already conveys quantity.

Core Quantifiers

Arcadia defines the following quantifiers:

  • poco → "A few" (small but distinct amount).
  • aliame → "Some" (can refer to one or multiple).
  • oliame → "Some" (cannot refer to one, only plural).
  • multe → "Many" (large quantity).
  • cisca → "Each" (individual emphasis).

Usage Notes

  • "aliame" → Even though it can refer to one, it always takes a plural noun form.
  • "cisca" →
    • Used with nouns in singular form to highlight individual entities.
    • Used with nouns in total form to emphasize both individuals and the group.

Examples

  • Total Focus (puereris in total form)

    • edravur puereris ye pomon → "Every child is eating an apple."
    • Explanation: The total form and verb highlight the group as a whole.

  • Singular Emphasis (cisca with singular form)

    • edrave cisca pueris ye pomon → "Each child is eating an apple."
    • Explanation: The verb and noun remain singular, focusing on individual children.

  • Hybrid Emphasis (cisca with total form)

    • edravur cisca puereris ye pomon → "Each and every child is eating an apple."
    • Explanation: The total form + cisca highlights both individuals and the group.