The fact that you are in the process of doing it is understood by both of you already, so it does not need to be said.īut if they called you on the phone, maybe they aren’t aware that you are in the process of eating. Just to try and add some meaning, if someone were to come over to your house and saw you eating, they now have context. Peb nyob rau ib lub sijhawm uas txom nyem thiab nyuaj siab kawg. We live in (a) time (which) is destitute (and) stressful extremely. ![]() Peb nyob rau (ib) lub sijhawm (uas) txom nyem (thiab) nyuaj siab kawg. He was very scared (which) made him shiver. ( The word ‘cold’ is used twice with nothing in between the two words to show that one is extra cold.) Kuv no no. The words in parentheses are words that are optional or even would not normally be used. With the Hmong language, many times, words are strung together because it is not viewed as necessary to include certain conjunctions (or connecting words.) Here are some examples. ![]() When we look at the English language, we will see that it is a very complex language with a lot of rules requiring that you say things a certain way for a sentence to be considered ‘correct.’ For example, the sentence, ‘We live in a time which is difficult and stressful.” But what words could you take out and still understand the same idea? What if we were to say, “We live in a time difficult, stressful.” Even if it sounds funny, do you still understand it? This will help you to grasp Hmong grammar a little easier.Ī Hmong grammar rule of thumb is, if you don’t need it, don’t use it (also called parataxis and verb serialization). Instead of trying to assign strict English meaning to each word, try to keep an open mind and carefully study and understand the word in its own context. It is almost always impossible to give a one hundred percent accurate, word for word, English – Hmong – Hmong – English translation. Generally, you can’t take a part out of one brand and just install it in another type of car. They all have the same basic parts, with the same basic functions. ![]() A usable glossary of grammar with examples.Ī note for understanding Hmong grammar: Languages are like different brands of cars.
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