hamba

/ ˈhæmbə /

interjection

Origin of hamba¹

from Nguni ukuttamba to go

Hamba, if used by a chief or native of high rank, implies a certain affectation of modesty.

Biar-lah hamba sa-orang diri me-lawan dia, let me fight him myself alone.

Every month I remind (give to remember) him— Tiap-tiap bulan ada hamba-tuan bri ingat.

I will give bail for any amount— Br-apa brat sakali-pun hamba tuan brani tanggong.

I crave permission to retire, as I wish to go home— Hamba tuan handak mohun-lah dahulu handak balik.

April 17, 2024axolotl

[ak-suh-lot-l ]

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