shirpa
shirpa is a word in Vulcan meaning ‘lirpa-like weapon’.
Meaning
lirpa-like weapon
Pronunciation
Sound out shirpa letter by letter:
- shʃsh as in 'shoe'
- iiee as in 'see'
- rɾlightly tapped r, as in Spanish 'pero'
- ppp as in 'spin' (no puff of air)
- aɐa as in 'cup' (open, central)
Usage notes
a Vulcan weapon similar to the lirpa; used by honour guards in ceremonies (Orion Press Lexicon)