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As we can see, the relatively complex zombie term BARHAH can be quite equally divided between the /ba:r/ phoneme and the /ha:/ phoneme. Owing to the typically compound/Germanic organization of the zombie language, it is probable that each phoneme has a distinct meaning. Let us then first interrogate “BAR”<br><br> | As we can see, the relatively complex zombie term BARHAH can be quite equally divided between the /ba:r/ phoneme and the /ha:/ phoneme. Owing to the typically compound/Germanic organization of the zombie language, it is probable that each phoneme has a distinct meaning. Let us then first interrogate “BAR”<br><br> | ||
{{Udspan|taps the pointer firmly on the first part of the word}}<br><br> | {{Udspan|taps the pointer firmly on the first part of the word}}<br><br> | ||
Typically, “BAR” refers to a literal bar or, by extension a stick, rod, or other rigid inanimate object. | Typically, “BAR” refers to a literal bar or, by extension a stick, rod, or other rigid inanimate object. Sexual connotations being reserved for the word “BANANA”, the connotations of “BAR” include obstruction or the threat of violence: the latter being the more prevalent in common usage as in “to speak softly and carry a big stick” or an ad baculum logical fallacy (literally appeal to the stick). The most obvious meaning then is physical force/violence or the threat thereof. <br><br> | ||
{{Udspan|moves the pointer to second part of the word}}<br><br> | {{Udspan|moves the pointer to second part of the word}}<br><br> | ||
Now to “HAH”. This phoneme presents far less difficulty being used primarily as an expression of joy or delight. A delightful zombie recently proved this point upon breaking into the building with the delightful words “HAH HAH HAH! MAH ZAMBAH GANNA GRAB GAA MANBAGZ ANNAH ZMAZH!” While sometimes represented as “HAR” the meaning is still clear, the latter pronunciation being caused perhaps by a deficiency or degeneration of the glottis or lungs causing aspiration where none was intended. <br><br> | Now to “HAH”. This phoneme presents far less difficulty being used primarily as an expression of joy or delight. A delightful zombie recently proved this point upon breaking into the building with the delightful words “HAH HAH HAH! MAH ZAMBAH GANNA GRAB GAA MANBAGZ ANNAH ZMAZH!” While sometimes represented as “HAR” the meaning is still clear, the latter pronunciation being caused perhaps by a deficiency or degeneration of the glottis or lungs causing aspiration where none was intended. <br><br> |
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