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3 phrases · Northern Sami with romanization, English and audio

  1. 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

  2. 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

  3. 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

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