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ghI'boj Sech

ghI'boj Sech is a word (noun) in Klingon meaning ‘Torch of G'boj’.

Meaning

Torch of G'boj

Part of speech
noun
Pronunciation
ɣɪʔbod͡ʒʂɛt͡ʃ
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Pronunciation

Sound out ghI'boj Sech letter by letter:

  • ghɣvoiced version of H, like a growled gargle
  • Iɪi as in 'bit'
  • 'ʔglottal stop, the catch in 'uh-oh'
  • bbb as in 'bay'
  • ooo as in 'go'
  • jd͡ʒj as in 'junk'
  • Sʂretroflex sh, between English 's' and 'sh'
  • eɛe as in 'bed'
  • cht͡ʃch as in 'chew'

Example sentences

  • wov; ghI'boj Sech rur (bright as the Torch of G'boj) [KGT p.130]
  • Finally, the Torch of G'boj is one of the most revered historical objects in the Empire, though exactly why is seldom revealed to outsiders. [KGT p.130]

Usage notes

The Torch of G'boj is a highly esteemed icon from Klingon history that is as nearly revered as such legendary items as the Sword of Kahless, Sabak's armor, and the Emperor's Crown. (DS9 "The Sword of Kahless") (From: Star Trek: Memory Alpha)

Source

KGT p.130

Originally sourced from klingonska.org and enhanced by lingoXpress.