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Words to Know: Mokita

Language & CultureBy Joshua KennonMarch 15, 201413 Comments

The word Mokita is a fantastic word taken from a language called Kivila.  It is spoken in Papua New Guinea.  The best English translation you can get of Mokita is, “the truth we all know but agree not to talk about.” There are several concepts in the English language related to the notion of Mokita, such…

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Words to Know: Arigata-meiwaku

Language & CultureBy Joshua KennonOctober 12, 2012Leave a comment

The Japanese have a concept known as Arigata-meiwaku.  The rough translation is “Unwelcome Kindness” or “Misplaced Kindness”.   Arigata-meiwaku is used to describe a situation in which someone does something for you that you didn’t want them to do, and you tried to avoid it.  Nevertheless, the person went through with the plan, determined to help you or…

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