xy'y UI1b experimental cmavo

naturalistic interjection: in thought/contemplation

Differs from y in that it doesn't imply hesitation or a desire to say anything after. The first syllable may be lengthened as desired. Has a mandatory pause after. See pensi.


On grammatical class:

bu'a'a (exp!)
naturalistic interjection: used to express a fit of overwhelming or uncontrollable laughter; the stereotypical 'evil laugh'
e'e'e (exp!)
naturalistic interjection: shy giggle
xa'a (exp!)
naturalistic interjection: laughter
xa'a'a (exp!)
naturalistic interjection: laughter
xai'a (exp!)
naturalistic interjection: Hyah! (battle cry/kiai)
xe'e'e (exp!)
interjection: laughter/chuckle (heh heh heh)
xu'u'i (exp!)
naturalistic interjection: a controlled, focused breathing technique (used for coping, as with pain, fear, etc.)
xy'y (exp!)
naturalistic interjection: in thought/contemplation