elechang
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, n.now; just now; today; these days.
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elecha el mongexpr.from now on.
elecha el silsexpr.today; today's weather.
er a elecha el taemexpr.these days.
Examples:
> Did you help anybody today?
> Due to the weather conditions and increasing hazardous surf, the National Emergency Office (NEMO) is issuing a Small Craft Warning for the entire Republic of Palau. Water conditions from outside the reef through all exposures are very rough at this time. Travel between Peleliu and Angaur, Kayangel and Ollei and/or outside the reefs are strictly prohibited. Small craft warning flags have been raised and the republic is requested to observe this warning. NEMO will continue to monitor these marine conditions and advise the public accordingly.
> I am very happy today.
> People are really taking care of me these days.
> Johann will mow lawns today.
Proverbs:
> You think only of Present, not of Future.
Chelechang (Present) and Chrechar (Future) were brothers. Present was the favorite of his mother. These are the words of Future reprimanding his mother. The idiom is used of those who inadequately plan for the future.
More Examples:
> The electric bill this month is a bit high.
> My brother used to get the betelnuts. Now that he left, it's my duty.
> The setting of the sun is very quick today.
> Dogs are in heat.
> There's a lot of good singers these days.

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