mangtha
The English phrase "goodnight" is translated into Mizo as mangtha.
mangtha is a greeting used specifically when wishing someone well before they go to sleep or as they depart for the night.
Did you know?
- The word mangtha is a compound of mang meaning 'dream' and tha meaning 'good'. Literally, you are wishing someone a 'good dream' rather than a 'good night'.
- Mizo is a tonal language, meaning the pitch used to say mangtha can change the meaning of the words, though the context of bedtime usually makes it clear.
- The word mang can also refer to a 'vision' or 'imagination', meaning mangtha subtly connects the act of sleeping with the act of imagining.
Examples in context
- Mangtha le.Goodnight.
- Mangtha le, kan in ta.Goodnight, we are going now.
Example conversation
A couple is saying goodbye in their bedroom before sleep.
- LalnuamMangtha le, Hnuni.Goodnight, Hnuni.
- HnuniMangtha le, Lalnuam.Goodnight, Lalnuam.
- LalnuamChawlh hahdam randawn nia.Rest well.
- HnuniAw, mangtha le.Yes, goodnight.
