The simple structure of many of the rude languages of the world should render this possible in a multitude of cases; but investigators are too often content with the mere numerals themselves, and make no inquiry respecting their meanings.

But the following exposition of the Zuni scale, given by Lieutenant Gushing[68] leaves nothing to be desired: 1.

toepinte = taken to start with.
2.

kwilli = put down together with.
3.

ha'[=i] = the equally dividing finger.
4.