Here's how it works:
1. Identify the possessor: Who owns the object?
2. Determine the relationship between the possessor and the possessed object: Is it a direct possession (e.g., my house), or an indirect possession (e.g., the house of my friend)?
3. Use the appropriate suffix:
* Direct possession: The suffix for direct possession varies based on the possessed object's grammatical category (noun, verb, etc.) and the possessor's number (singular or plural).
* Indirect possession: Suffixes like "-up" or "-nga" are used to indicate indirect possession.
Example:
* Singular possessor:
* Direct Possession: "Atuq-a" (My house)
* Indirect Possession: "Atuq-up ajuga" (The house of my friend)
* Plural possessor:
* Direct Possession: "Atuq-it" (Our house)
* Indirect Possession: "Atuq-nga ajuga" (The house of our friends)
Key Points:
* No separate plural form: The same possessive suffixes can be used for both singular and plural possessors, with slight variations.
* Context is key: The context of the sentence will often indicate whether the possessor is singular or plural.
It's important to note: The specific suffixes used may vary slightly between different Inuit dialects.
If you can provide a specific example of what you're trying to say, I can give you a more tailored answer.