Dieđusge
Of course
Usage
A light reply meaning "of course" to a question or request. Fine with anyone
Grammar Note
A one-word adverb. It can also open a longer sentence for emphasis
In dieđe
I don't know
Usage
The short form without the pronoun mun, normal in conversation, for a casual "dunno"
Grammar Note
Negative verb in + the connegative form of the main verb; the pronoun can be dropped. For two speakers the negative verb takes a dual form too
Dat lea hirbmat buorre
That's really great
Usage
A casual way to praise something strongly
Grammar Note
Composed sentence from known words and a known pattern. The adverb hirbmat (literally "terribly") works as an intensifier. For several things the form is Dat leat hirbmat buorit. Native confirmation of naturalness is advisable
More Northern Sami phrases
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