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Phrase Detail
Telkayiny.
It will be all right
Pronunciation:
Say
:
terl
-kaiy-i
ny
Notes:
Vowels
:
Standard
- '
i
' as in 'pin'.
Variation
- '
e
' followed by 'l' or 'r' is 'e' as in 'fern', - '
a
' followed by 'y' and another vowel is pronounced '
ai
' or 'i' as in 'fly'.
Consonant
combination - '
ny
' (palato-nasal) combine 'n' and 'y' while top of tongue touches hard palate plus nasal vibration. (Avoid the English 'nee' as in 'many')
Literal Meaning:
wellness will happen
Shows:
Verb head-word, Verb ending - will happen - iny
Explanation:
One word sentence based on the verb 'telkaya' (to be well) with the 'iny' (happen in the future) ending. 'Telkaya' already has the 'aya' ending built in so it suggests the 'state of wellness' or 'being well'.
Learning Focus:
Language Building, Communication
Learning Exercise:
Phrase Sentence:
Sentence
Words Associated:
telkaya - to be well, to improve, to be peaceful
Topics:
People and Family - Family
Age Guides:
Yr 7-9
Reference: