How to Say “Yes” in Nahuatl

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quemah
The Nahuatl word for "yes" is quemah.
quemah is a particle used to indicate agreement or acceptance.
Meaning: word used to indicate agreement or acceptance (particle)

Did you know?

  • Nahuatl speakers may use an 'inclusive' form of agreement that implies 'yes, we both agree' rather than just 'yes, I agree'.
  • In certain classical contexts, instead of saying quemah, a speaker might repeat a verb in its affirmative form to express agreement, a concept known as 'verbal affirmation'.
  • The word quemah is often used as a filler or a way to signal that the listener is paying attention, similar to saying 'uh-huh' in English.

Examples in context

  • Quemah, nimitztlazohtlayo.
    Yes, I love you.

Example conversation

Juan asks Citlali if she is ready to go.

  1. Juan

    ¿Titechitla, Citlali?
    Are you ready, Citlali?
  2. Citlali

    Quemah, nican ca.
    Yes, I am here.
  3. Juan

    ¿Tinequi yauh?
    Do you want to go?
  4. Citlali

    Quemah, tica yauh.
    Yes, let's go.

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