Re: time distinctions

Nik Taylor wrote:

> "H. S. Teoh" wrote:
> > But on this note... I wonder if it's actually possible to have a language
> > *without* imperatives?
>
> It's certainly possible to get around it.  Consider the way that in
> English we often use pseudo-questions like "Could you close the door for
> me?".  Of course, "could you" could be said to fill the role of
> imperative.  In fact, I could see "couldja" evolving into a synonym of
> "please", or even replacing it.
This reminds me of that recent "Simpsons" episode (the one when Lisa
becomes President) where everyone uses "smell ya later" instead of
"good-bye".

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