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ka'athyra

ka'athyra is a word in Vulcan meaning ‘stringed instrument’.

Meaning

stringed instrument

Pronunciation
kɐʔɐθjɾɐ
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Pronunciation

Sound out ka'athyra letter by letter:

  • kkk as in 'skate' (no puff of air)
  • aɐa as in 'cup' (open, central)
  • 'ʔglottal stop, the catch in 'uh-oh'
  • aɐa as in 'cup' (open, central)
  • thθth as in 'thin'
  • yjy as in 'yes'
  • rɾlightly tapped r, as in Spanish 'pero'
  • aɐa as in 'cup' (open, central)

Usage notes

stringed musical instrument like an electric harp; propped on the shoulder and sitting on the lap when playing; Spock played one