How to Say “Respect” in Mi’kmaq

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kepmitéteken
The Mi'kmaq word for respect is kepmitéteken.
kepmitéteken is a noun used to express admiration for a person or an entity due to their perceived merit.
Meaning: admiration for a person or entity because of perceived merit (noun)

Did you know?

  • In many Mi'kmaq communities, respect is physically demonstrated by avoiding direct, prolonged eye contact with certain Elders or leaders to show humility.
  • In Mi'kmaq culture, respect is often expressed through 'netukulimk', a concept of using resources sustainably to show respect for the earth and future generations.
  • The Mi'kmaq language uses a complex system of polysynthesis, meaning a single word like kepmitéteken can function similarly to an entire sentence in English.

Example conversation

Jessica and John are talking about a community leader.

  1. Jessica

    Kepmitéteken kmu't ewn tplu.
    The people have respect for the leader.
  2. John

    Siku't kmu't.
    It is true.
  3. Jessica

    Nmuts kepmitéteken kmu't.
    I have respect for him too.
  4. John

    Nmuts kmu't.
    I do as well.
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