Da'anzho
In Apache, good morning is expressed as Da'anzho.
Da'anzho is used as a greeting when you see someone for the first time during the morning hours.
Meaning: when seeing someone for the first time in the morning (intj)
Did you know?
- The concept of 'goodness' within the greeting is often used to describe not just pleasant things, but things that are 'correct' or 'right' in a traditional sense.
- Because Apache is a polysynthetic language, many complex thoughts that require a whole sentence in English can be compressed into single words or very short phrases.
- In many Apache communities, a greeting is often considered incomplete or even impolite if it is not accompanied by an inquiry into the listener's rest or the health of their family.
Examples in context
- Da'anzho.Good morning.
- Da'anzho, gash.Good morning, grandmother.
Example conversation
Jessica and Michael meet in the kitchen for breakfast.
- JessicaDa'anzho, Michael.Good morning, Michael.
- MichaelDa'anzho, Jessica.Good morning, Jessica.
- JessicaT'áá koo dánééh.I am just waking up.
- MichaelKee nsháá.Coffee is ready.
