'ach

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/ʔɑt͡ʃ/
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A link between statements that marks contrast, opposition, or an outcome that runs against expectation.
Practice using 'ach in conversation until it feels natural

Examples

  • 'ach HoD, Hevetlh wIghoSchugh veH tIn wI'el maH'e'.
    But Captain, that course will take us into the Great Barrier as well.
  • quv Hutlh HoHbogh tlhIngan 'ach qabDaj 'angbe'bogh.
    A Klingon who kills but does not show his face has no honor.
  • yIvoq 'ach lojmItmey yISam.
    Trust, but locate the doors.
  • yIvoq 'ach yI'ol.
    Trust, but verify.
  • jISoptaH 'ach QongtaH.
    I am eating, but he is sleeping.

Similar words

'a

Meanings

Usage

Place 'ach where the contrast turns, usually between clauses. It can also open a reply or sentence whose contrast is supplied by the preceding context.

Common mistakes

ach drops the opening glottal-stop letter, while the canonical spelling 'ach begins with a full consonant.

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