khulumkha

Kokborok

Etymology

Derived from khùlùm (“to bow”), obeisance, reverential salutation, plus khà (“heart”), meaning bowing with heart.

Pronunciation

• IPA^(key): /ˈkhù-lùm-khà/

Interjection

khulumkha

1. A greeting said while bowing in respect; a namaskar.

Usage notes

Literally "I bow to you"; traditionally used in Tripuri culture, to bow in respect or to wish greetings to someone, especially to an elder person, and to pay honor to the sacredness and equality of all.