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ban

noun

The colorful reproductive part of a plant.

“ban”

A flower.

Also means

flower

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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baulo

noun

A soft, smooth, and valuable type of cloth produced by silkworms.

“baulo zoi zai.”

This is made of silk.

Also means

silk

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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baulo bau

noun

A caterpillar that produces silk threads used to make cloth.

“baulo bau zung.”

The silkworm is eating.

Also means

silkworm

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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bvjvp

noun

A water bird with a flat beak and webbed feet that swims.

“bvjvp nyu.”

The duck is swimming.

Also means

duck (bird)

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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verb

To move slowly on the hands and knees or by dragging the body along the ground.

“du”

to crawl

Also means

to crawl

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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duon

verb

To move something away from yourself by applying force.

“duon lo”

Push it over there.

Also means

to push

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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gas

particle

A particle used to signal that the preceding word or phrase is the main topic of the sentence.

“Ngo gas nga.”

As for me, it is I.

Also means

Marks the topic of a sentence.
topic marker

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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gyau

verb

To be separated into pieces or to stop functioning due to damage.

“gyau”

To be broken.

Also means

to be broken
break

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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kan

verb

To pass a liquid or mixture through a filter to remove solid pieces. This is often used during food preparation.

“kan”

To strain or filter.

Also means

to strain, filter
to strain

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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kham

verb

To receive something or to hold on through a difficult situation.

“Ngo kham lho.”

I will take it.

Also means

to take
receive
to bear
endure

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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khoengh

noun

This refers to a mandatory contribution of money collected by a government from individuals or businesses.

“khoengh”

This is the tax.

Also means

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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lhamhmuh

noun

The large, bright object that appears in the night sky and changes shape during the month.

“lhamhmuh khyung”

The moon is out.

Also means

moon

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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loyvm phoq

noun

A male who is in the period of life between childhood and adulthood.

“Loyvm phoq zo.”

He is a young man.

Also means

young man

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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maukhung

noun

The space above the earth that is seen when you look up during the day or night.

“Maukhung mweq zang.”

The sky is very blue.

Also means

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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maus

noun

A fleshy, spore-producing growth, typically produced above ground on soil or on its food source.

“maus”

A mushroom.

Also means

mushroom

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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mhoq

verb

To crush or reduce something into small particles or powder.

“mhoq sho.”

Grind the rice.

Also means

to grind

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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nhvp

noun

The sticky fluid produced inside the nose.

“nhvp”

Mucus from the nose.

Also means

mucus from the nose, snot
snot

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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nuk

noun

A type of plant that produces edible seeds inside pods. It is a common legume used in cooking.

“Nuk shau na.”

The beans are tasty.

Also means

bean
legume

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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nyi

noun

The light and heat produced by burning something.

“Nyi yo jhi.”

The fire is hot.

Also means

fire

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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phvlhau

noun

Tiny particles of dirt or matter found on surfaces or in the air.

“Phvlhau mvm maussauh.”

There is dust on the book.

Also means

dust, dirt
dust

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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pwe goh

noun

A rhythmic movement of the body, usually performed during festive occasions or celebrations.

“Pwe goh pyang.”

The dance is beautiful.

Also means

dance (presumably to be performed at a festive event)
dance

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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shih

noun

The sweet or fleshy product of a tree or plant that contains seeds and can be eaten as food.

“Gau shih mau.”

This fruit is good.

Also means

fruit

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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shih shih

verb

When a plant or tree produces fruit.

“Rung shih shih.”

The tree bears fruit.

Also means

to bear fruit

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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noun

This is a noun used to identify the oval-shaped object produced by a bird or reptile.

“Zha uq gung.”

The bird laid an egg.

Also means

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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vkhwank

noun

A shape produced by a curve that bends around and crosses itself.

“vkhwank”

A loop.

Also means

loop

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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vmesbih

noun

An adult female human being.

“vmesbih haih.”

The woman is good.

Also means

woman

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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wotwu

noun

The way a person acts or conducts themselves.

“su wotwu”

his behaviour

Also means

behaviour
habits
conduct
manner

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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yhetmoq

noun

A series of thoughts, images, or feelings that occur in the mind during sleep.

“Ngo yhetmoq yhet.”

I am having a dream.

Also means

dream

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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yukgis

noun

An adult male human.

“yukgis li.”

He is a man.

Also means

man, male
man

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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