Kuv ntxub koj
The English phrase "I hate you" is translated into Hmong as Kuv ntxub koj.
Kuv ntxub koj is used as an expression of intense dislike toward another person.
Meaning: expression of intense dislike (phrase)
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of Kuv (I), ntxub (hate) and koj (you).
How does it change in a sentence?
The verb ntxub does not change its form based on the subject or the object.
Did you know?
- Because Hmong is a tonal language, changing the tone of ntxub can completely change the meaning of the sentence to something unrelated to hatred.
- The word koj for 'you' is used for people of similar status, but when speaking to an elder or someone of high status, a different respectful pronoun would replace it to avoid being incredibly rude.
- Unlike English, where 'hate' can sometimes be used playfully, 'ntxub' in Hmong carries a heavy, serious weight that is rarely used in a joking manner.
Examples in context
- Kuv ntxub koj heev.I hate you very much.
- Kuv ntxub koj li no.I hate you this much.
Example conversation
Mai and Xiong are arguing after a big mistake.
- MaiKoj ua rau txhua yam tsis zoo.You made everything go wrong.
- XiongKuv thov txim, Mai.I am sorry, Mai.
- MaiTsis txhob thov txim, Kuv ntxub koj!Don't apologize, I hate you!
- XiongKuv thov txim tshaj uas kuv tau ua.I am very sorry for what I did.
