What does laD mean?
laD means to read written words, a message, a book, or another text.
How is laD pronounced?
laD is pronounced /lɑɖ/, ending with the Klingon retroflex D.
Does laD take an object?
Yes. laD is transitive, so the book, message, words, or other material being read normally comes before the verb.
How do you command someone to laD something?
Use yIlaD for one object and tIlaD for several objects, whether the command is addressed to one person or more than one.
Does laD show past, present, or future time?
Not by itself. laD has no tense, so context and time words show when the reading happens, while suffixes can mark whether it is complete or continuing.
What is the difference between laD and HaD?
laD is to read written material. HaD is to study it, which may involve more than reading.
What is the difference between laD and ghItlh?
laD is to read, while ghItlh is to write, mark, or engrave.