tlhIngan-Hol Archive: Tue Apr 11 16:56:22 1995
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Re: -vaD vs. -Daq on pronouns
On Tue, 11 Apr 1995, William H. Martin wrote:
> While I completely agree on the Klingon solution, I don't think
> this is the best English translation of the original. Because
> of the dual-meanings of the verb "break" in English (transitive
> and intransitive), your translation is technically right, but
> possibly confusing to less experienced readers. "One breaks her
> arm's bone" is perhaps less confusing.
bIqar. I'm always careful with my Klingon, but sometimes I'm sloppy
with my English. I will be more careful in the future.
> charghwI'
yoDtargh