spes-fam
spes-fam is a word (adjective) in Vulcan meaning ‘mute’.
Meaning
mute
Pronunciation
Sound out spes-fam letter by letter:
- sss as in 'sun'
- ppp as in 'spin' (no puff of air)
- eɛe as in 'bet'
- sss as in 'sun'
- fff as in 'far'
- aɐa as in 'cup' (open, central)
- mmm as in 'man'
Usage notes
refraining from producing speech or vocal sound; unable to vocalize (adjective)