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so, therefore, then, warriorhood, ideal warrior
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/vɑd͡ʒ/
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A warrior ideal that shares its spelling with a connector marking a result.
Practice using vaj in conversation until it feels natural

Examples

  • Qapbe' Quj, vaj wImev.
    The game does not work, so we stop it.
  • bIDoy'chugh vaj yIQong!
    If you are tired, then sleep!
  • bIjeghbe'chugh vaj bIHegh!
    If you do not surrender, then you will die!
  • De'vam DaSov, vaj bIvanglaH.
    You know this information, so you can act.
  • vajna' moj puqloD.
    The son becomes a true ideal warrior.

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Meanings

Result or consequence

adverb
logic
neutral
Introduces a conclusion or result, especially after a real or possible condition, and commonly translates as so, therefore, or then.

Examples

  • bIDoy'chugh vaj yIQong!
    If you are tired, then sleep!
  • bIjeghbe'chugh vaj bIHegh!
    If you do not surrender, then you will die!
  • nuHlIj DawIvpu', vaj yISuv!
    You have chosen your weapon, so fight!
  • Qapbe' Quj, vaj wImev.
    The game does not work, so we stop it.
  • De'vam DaSov, vaj bIvanglaH.
    You know this information, so you can act.

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Warrior ideal

noun
warrior culture
neutral
The idea of warriorhood or the model of an ideal warrior, not simply any person who fights.

Examples

  • Dun vaj toDuj.
    The ideal warrior's courage is great.
  • vajna' moj puqloD.
    The son becomes a true ideal warrior.
  • vaj ghaH qeylIS'e'.
    Kahless is the ideal warrior.
  • vaj Da SuvwI'vam.
    This warrior behaves as an ideal warrior.
  • vaj qel SoQvam.
    This speech considers warriorhood.

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Etymology

FAQ

What does vaj mean?

vaj means so, therefore, then, or in that case, and as a noun it means warriorhood or the ideal warrior.

Is vaj a noun or an adverb?

vaj is both an adverbial and a noun, with two separate canon meanings.

How is vaj pronounced?

vaj is pronounced /vɑd͡ʒ/, with the final sound like the j in English junk.

How is vaj used in an if-then sentence?

vaj normally begins the result clause, as in bIDoy'chugh vaj yIQong, meaning if you are tired, then sleep.

Does vaj mean every kind of then?

No. vaj marks a result or conclusion, while ghIq and ngugh cover other temporal uses of then.

What is the difference between vaj and SuvwI'?

vaj points to warriorhood or the ideal of being a warrior, while SuvwI' is the usual word for an individual warrior.

What does vajna' mean?

vajna' adds the suffix -na' to vaj and means a true or definite ideal warrior.

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