tlhIngan-Hol Archive: Mon Jan 02 13:00:48 2012
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Re: [Tlhingan-hol] On the word {tlho'} and its kin
On Jan 2, 2012, at 5:57 AM, Felix Malmenbeck <[email protected]> wrote:
I've been thinking, therefore: What if the word {tlho'} refers to
something more than just uttering a ritualized set of words? What if
it actually refers to repaying somebody's honorable actions, not
because it is demanded of one but because one feels gratitude
towards them?
I try always to keep in mind the meaning "appreciate" when I find
myself wanting to use {tlho'}. If I tell someone {qatlho'} it means I
appreciate him or her.
On the other hand, a quick {tlho'} from me is typically a simple
substitution for "thanks", impulsively following my deeply rooted
cultural imperative of ritualized politeness.
-- ghunchu'wI'
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