Order of Modifiers in Kîîtharaka Determiner Phrase

Abstract

This paper argues that Kîîtharaka has a neutral1 order of modifiers within its determiner phrase. Apart from this neutral order, other orders are possible depending on the modifier upon which focus is placed. Ordering of modifiers in Kîîtharaka is achieved through movement of NP to the specifier position of DP. Elements like the demonstrative and the quantifier also undergo head-to-head movement between D and N.