To solve problems we need to first be calm. in Tetun
Atu rezolve problema ita presiza kakutak malirin lai.
English → Tetun phrasebook
Grammar in this phrase
Aspect markers
lai — 'first' / polite request
laiAfter the verb or object, 'lai' means 'first, for a moment' — often softens a request by implying the action won't last long.
More patterns like these in the Tetun grammar guide.
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Related phrases
- Sira presiza ita nia ajuda.They need our help.
- Ita presiza buat ruma ka?Do you need anything?
- Lalikan fadigadu!No need to trouble yourself!
- Ha'u presiza espellu atu sui ha'u nia fuuk.I need a mirror to brush my hair.
- Sms de'it, lalika telefone.Just send an SMS, no need to ring.
- Ha'u laran hakmatek waiñira ha'u besik família.I feel calm when I am near my family.