khulumkha

Kokborok edit

Etymology edit

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

Pronunciation edit

IPA^(key): /ˈkhù-lùm-khà/

Interjection edit

khulumkha

A greeting said while bowing in respect; a namaskar.

Usage notes edit

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.