ak'wikmun
ak'wikmun is a word in Vulcan meaning ‘surprise’.
Meaning
surprise
Pronunciation
Sound out ak'wikmun letter by letter:
- aɐa as in 'cup' (open, central)
- kkk as in 'skate' (no puff of air)
- 'ʔglottal stop, the catch in 'uh-oh'
- www as in 'way'
- iiee as in 'see'
- kkk as in 'skate' (no puff of air)
- mmm as in 'man'
- uuoo as in 'food'
- nnn as in 'no'
Usage notes
to to encounter suddenly or unexpectedly; take or catch unawares; to cause to feel wonder, astonishment, or amazement, as at something unanticipated (anc.)