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inongo

adv

A word used to ask about the place or source from which someone or something comes.

“inongo nyin?”

From where do you come?

Also means

whence

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 10 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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ining-jak

det

A word used to ask about the identity or nature of something.

“ining-jak nina?”

What is this?

Also means

what

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 10 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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intak-kongi

verb

To have a strong feeling of desire for something.

“Ngathu intak-kongi.”

I wish for it.

Also means

wish (to have a strong desire)
wish

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 10 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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intarr-worra-baleen

adj

Something that is dirty or not pure.

“Intarr-worra-baleen barak.”

The place is unclean.

“Intarr-worra-baleen mirring.”

The place is unclean.

Also means

unclean

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 10 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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in-nong-ool-toom-neen

noun

The sound made through the mouth, especially by a person speaking.

“in-nong-ool-toom-neen”

That is the voice.

Also means

voice (sound emitted by the mouth)
voice

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 10 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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minak

verb

To turn or spin something around or to squeeze water out by turning it.

“minak”

To twist or wring something.

Also means

twist
wring (to twist)

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 10 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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yinga

verb

To perform a song or use your voice to make musical sounds.

“Yinga-ngañinu, twaga-ngañinu wuleli-bulok”

We all sing, come back all of our many yam tubers

Also means

sing
song
singing

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 10 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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paRing

noun

A track or path used for walking.

“PaRing werrap.”

The path is long.

Also means

alternative form of barring
path

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 10 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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gulinya

noun

A word referring to men or groups of people.

“Gulinya mirniny.”

The men are sitting.

Also means

men
people

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 10 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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nganjin

det

A word used to describe something that is shared by all people.

“yurlendj-nganjin”

everyone's knowledge

Also means

belonging to everyone

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 10 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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bambadin

noun

An intense feeling of fear or dread.

“Bambadin karrin.”

There is great terror.

“Bambadin kurn-ung.”

The terror is great.

Also means

terror

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 10 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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bininang

noun

A relative who is the child of your aunt or uncle.

“Bininang bi-bula yinga.”

The cousins are singing.

Also means

cousin

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 10 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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bun-ding

noun

A natural source of water coming from the ground.

“Bun-ding baa baa galk.”

The spring of water is by the tree.

“Ngali warra bun-ding-al.”

We are going to the spring.

Also means

spring (of water)
well (a spring of water)
spring

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 10 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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gudjinna

intj

A friendly greeting used when meeting someone.

“gudjinna”

hello

Also means

hello

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 10 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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bila-doin

verb

To ask a question or seek information about something.

“Yarra bila-doin.”

He is inquiring.

Also means

inquire

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 10 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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birringun

noun

A sharp, painful feeling caused by a prick or a bite.

“Birringun kurn-dap.”

The sting is sharp.

“Birringun warrin.”

The sting is painful.

Also means

sting

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 10 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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derrinjee

verb

The act of moving slowly and quietly, often used to describe ongoing action.

“Yarra derrinjee.”

It is creeping along.

“Ngarrung derrinjee.”

The spider is creeping.

Also means

creeping

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 10 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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win-malee

adj

This term is an alternative spelling or version of the word winmali.

“Win-malee.”

It is win-malee.

Also means

alternative form of winmali

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 10 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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karrem-bin

verb

To be in a lying down position.

“karrem-bin yannin”

The one lying down is going.

Also means

lying

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 10 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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karrgaling

adj

Covered or saturated with water or another liquid.

“Wurneet karrgaling.”

The ground is wet.

Also means

wet (rainy, moist)

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 10 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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mamjerring

verb

To make a long and loud cry, often due to deep sadness or grief.

“Ngarrga mamjerring.”

The woman is wailing.

“Guli mamjerring.”

The person is wailing.

Also means

wailing

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 10 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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nga-ga-din

adj

Something that can be seen by the eyes.

“nga-ga-din”

It is visible.

“Nga-ga-din wanggam.”

The bird is visible.

Also means

visible

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 10 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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ngirin-nen

verb

To cause someone to become intoxicated or drunk.

“Ngirin-nen ngarrang.”

The alcohol intoxicates him.

Also means

intoxicate

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 10 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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toolemerin

noun

A specific type of small grass tree found in the local environment.

“Toolemerin barrin murrup.”

The small grass tree marks the spirit path.

Also means

Xanthorrhoea minor

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 10 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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wan-noonin

verb

To pull back or shrink away due to pain.

“Wan-noonin ngarrgu.”

He winces in pain.

Also means

wince (to shrink with pain)
wince

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 10 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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yadabiling

noun

A person who is very dear or beloved.

“yadabiling”

darling

Also means

darling

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 10 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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yanon-inon

verb

The act of moving or walking from one location to another.

“Yanon-inon murrup.”

Travel along the path.

Also means

travel

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 10 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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anga-woo-in

adj

Describes someone acting in a way that is not rational.

“Anga-woo-in.”

He is insane.

Also means

insane

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 10 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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boodambunin

adj

Describes someone who is willing, pleased, or happy to do something.

“boodambunin ngarrgu.”

Fain to know.

Also means

fain

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 10 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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boodorranin

adj

Describing something that is not safe, reliable, or in good condition.

“boodorranin”

unsound

Also means

unsound

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 10 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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erra ga din

verb

The past tense action of moving through water.

“Ngarrga erra ga din.”

I swam yesterday.

Also means

swam

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 10 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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ain-ing-tali

adv

This word is used when asking for a reason or purpose.

“ain-ing-tali ngarrgu?”

Why do you know?

Also means

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 10 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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jeng-yerring

adj

Something that is unpleasant to look at or unattractive.

“jeng-yerring”

That is ugly.

Also means

ugly

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 10 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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kart tirring

verb

To breathe with a whistling sound or to make a whirring noise like a bird's wings.

“munmung kart tirring.”

The bird's wing makes a whirring noise.

Also means

wheeze
whirring (noise by a bird's wing)

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 10 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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kerr-up-inon

noun

Refers to one's relatives or family members. It encompasses the group of people related by blood or social connection.

“Ngarra kerr-up-inon.”

These are my kin.

Also means

kin
family

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 10 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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ngoon godjin

intj

This term is an alternative spelling for another way of saying thank you.

“ngoon godjin”

Thank you.

Also means

alternative form of ngoon godgin

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 10 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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luttrin-nangi

adj

Describes something that is complete or in its entirety.

“luttrin-nangi warrang”

The whole tree.

Also means

whole

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 10 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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mallee goblin

det

A word used to show that something belongs to them.

“mallee goblin warragul.”

Their wild dog.

“mallee goblin kulin.”

Their people.

Also means

their

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 10 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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ngabin-na win

adj

Something that cannot be fixed or healed.

“Ngabin-na win.”

It is incurable.

Also means

incurable

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 10 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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nin'wilt-teni

verb

To choose not to do or consume something.

“nin'wilt-teni biik”

Abstain from the land.

Also means

abstain

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 10 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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