Proto-Algonquian

Variable Value
Inflection of TA 3-on-3 Independent forms depends on definiteness
Number contrast on animate obviative nouns yes
Obviation on II verbs yes
Variable Value
Final short vowel in short words retain the final vowel
Final short vowel in long words retain the final vowel
Reflex of *r r
Treatment of *s-*š contrast contrast retained
Treatment of *θ remains distinct
Variable Value