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rIl

rIl is a word (verb) in Klingon meaning ‘use the thumb (usually used to/about children)’.

Meaning

use the thumb (usually used to/about children)

Part of speech
verb
Pronunciation
rɪl
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Pronunciation

Sound out rIl letter by letter:

  • rrlightly trilled or rolled r
  • Iɪi as in 'bit'
  • lll as in 'lay'

Usage notes

Should rIl "use thumb" and "play" really be grouped together?

Most commonly used in reference to a child using a thumb.

Source

HolQeD-10-2 p.7

Originally sourced from klingonska.org and enhanced by lingoXpress.