nyâu

Khiamniungan Naga

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /ɲaʊ⁵²/

Verb

nyâu

  1. To bend or curve downward gradually, especially at the midpoint, usually due to weight, load, structural weakness, or lack of sufficient support.
    Synonyms: kìk, káu
    Othoh nü avem kü nyau nye; khiam nü tsak hovashi nai oh mei e tü liang je.
    There is a bend in the middle of the ridge beam; I think erecting another post will support it better.
  2. Indicating a high likelihood of rain, characterized by the presence of darkening or faint clouds gathering in the sky. Used to describe atmospheric conditions where cloud formation suggests imminent precipitation.
    Synonym: ô-ēm
    Keih nü nyü piva. O nü nyau e tü hem je lounyih to.
    Don't forget your umbrella. The sky looks dark, it may likely rain today.
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