complementizer/subordinator+clause phrase, which is head-initial. In the example below, 'me maianane' translates to 'because'. This complementizer precedes the rest of the clause. Modifiers Adverbials Adverbs are placed before the verb in adverbial phrases: Adjectives Adjectives are placed immediately after the noun that they describe: References External links Maia - English - Tok Pisin Dictionary Kaukombaran languages Languages of Madang Province