"Ut-shi-ut" ka mut haba suki jai ne haba ïai buh teng. Ha ka senten ngin ong, "U trei ut-shi-ut ïa ka kam khlem dep shuh".
"Ut-shi-ut" is an adverb which means someone who is slow and sluggish in doing things or someone who procrastinates.
"Ut" also means "camel" in Khasi, so "ut-shi-ut" may be a reference to the rhythm and measured pace at which a camel walks.
Khasi adverbs are witty and visually descriptive, along with an emphasis on the aural quality of words. 🗣️👌
🟡 English translation by @speakyourroots