[lojban] Re: E-Prime & Lojban

[MorphemeAddict@wmconnect.com]

In a message dated 9/11/2009 08:54:57 Eastern Daylight Time, mikael.hall@gmail.com writes:


> "How would you say "I'm here", for instance?"
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> "I occupy place at this location".
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> I like the intention of this language very much ... oops!


E-Prime should still sound like native English.  Anything as clumsy as "I occupy place (or space) at this location" would be unacceptable.
I suggest "I've come here" or "I've arrived" or even "I plan to spend a week here before leaving again" (to elaborate a little).

I have doubts whether using only E-Prime is worthwhile, but as a way of clarifying one's thoughts, I think it's great.

stevo