ghuS
ghuS is a Klingon word (verb) meaning ‘be prepared, be ready (to launch)’.
Meaning
be prepared, be ready (to launch)
Pronunciation
Sound out ghuS letter by letter:
- gh/ɣ/voiced version of H, like a growled gargle
- u/u/u as in 'boot'
- S/ʂ/retroflex sh, between English 's' and 'sh'
Example sentences
- This verb never takes the suffix -rup. It is used primarily in reference to torpedoes---so much so that if the object is not specifically stated, and context does not dictate otherwise, it is always assumed to be torpedoes. [TKD pp.37--38]
Usage notes
The word "be" was inserted before the adjectival "ready".
Frequently asked questions
What does ghuS mean in Klingon?
ghuS is a Klingon word (verb) meaning ‘be prepared, be ready (to launch)’.
How do you say ‘prepared’ in Klingon?
‘prepared’ in Klingon is ghuS.
How is ghuS pronounced?
ghuS is pronounced /ɣuʂ/.
What part of speech is ghuS?
The part of speech of ghuS is verb.
Source
ST1; TKD
Originally sourced from klingonska.org and enhanced by lingoXpress.