> Hi Dave,
> >
> > Bryan,
> > Before I can give an adequate response I need to know what you
> > mean by "semantics of the verbal forms." I suspect we're using the
> > word "semantics" two different ways, but I want to be sure. Can
> > you develop that phrase for me a little?
> >
> >
>
> I mean the inherent meaning of the forms (as opposed to their functions).
> Bryan
By "meaning" you refer to tense, or aspect, or sequence, or
whatever? If so, then what is the difference between these and
"functions"?