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= sigyidm hana̱'a̱ = | = sigyidm hana̱'a̱ = | ||
''INITIATION DRAFT — term for a high-ranking woman, matriarch, or honoured House authority.'' | |||
== Language == | == Language == | ||
Tsm̱syen (Sm’algyax) | Tsm̱syen (Sm’algyax) — . | ||
== Local Pronunciation == | == Local Pronunciation == | ||
"si- | "si-gyidm ha-na̱'a̱" | ||
== Meaning == | == Core Meaning == | ||
A | A respected, high-ranking woman of the wilp — | ||
one who holds responsibility, authority, and deep knowledge. | |||
* | A **sigyidm hana̱'a̱** is: | ||
* | |||
* | |||
* | |||
* a matriarch, | |||
* a lineage guide, | |||
* a keeper of names and histories, | |||
* a corrector of conduct, | |||
* a decision-maker, | |||
* and a stabilizing force inside the wilp. | |||
This is not simply “an older woman.” | |||
This is a **position**. | |||
== Function in Governance == | |||
A sigyidm hana̱'a̱: | |||
* guides the chief (simgyaget), | |||
* confirms decisions, | |||
* protects ayaawx, | |||
* ensures protocol is followed, | |||
* approves House speeches, | |||
* oversees seating and order in feasts, | |||
* advises the sgigithanauk and other officers. | |||
Her authority is equal to, or often greater than, the male title holders. | |||
Without her, the wilp cannot function. | |||
== | == Feast & Meeting Protocol == | ||
In many Houses: | |||
* [[sigyidm hana̱'a̱]] are acknowledged prominently in greetings, | |||
* their seating reflects authority, | |||
* they approve transfers, | |||
* they validate witnesses, | |||
* and they instruct youth on proper behaviour. | |||
If she disagrees with a speech or action, the chief must stop and correct it. | |||
== Etymology (Simplified) == | |||
Traditional understanding links: | |||
* | * **sm’oogyit** — person of rank | ||
* | * **hana̱’a̱x** — woman / female | ||
* | |||
* | |||
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Combined, the meaning is **“a woman of high rank”** or **“a woman of authority.”** | |||
Luudisk prioritizes *local usage over academic breakdowns*. | |||
* | == Variant & Related Forms == | ||
* | * **sgyidmna̱'a̱** — variant pronunciation / shortened form | ||
* | * **gyetk** — general term for matriarch (widely used across Tsm̱syen) | ||
* **sigyidm** — occasionally heard as a standalone honour term | |||
* **hana̱’a̱x** — woman, female | |||
== Example Sentence == | |||
''[[ sigyidm hana̱'a̱ |Sigyidmhana'a]] doni.'' | |||
== | *That woman over there is a matriarch.* | ||
* | |||
== | == Local Notes == | ||
* | *Term is recognized in canyon-line protocol.* | ||
* | *Appears in speeches and seating orders.* | ||
*Holds governance weight inside the wilp.* | |||
== | == Source Trail (Summaries Only) == | ||
* | * Dictionary entries confirm the word exists as an honour title. | ||
* | * Local governance practice gives it deeper meaning and authority. | ||
== Notes == | == Notes == | ||
INITIATION DRAFT — | INITIATION DRAFT — This will expand as more teachings from matriarchs and House leaders are recorded. | ||
Latest revision as of 17:53, 6 December 2025
sigyidm hana̱'a̱
INITIATION DRAFT — term for a high-ranking woman, matriarch, or honoured House authority.
Language
Tsm̱syen (Sm’algyax) — .
Local Pronunciation
"si-gyidm ha-na̱'a̱"
Core Meaning
A respected, high-ranking woman of the wilp — one who holds responsibility, authority, and deep knowledge.
A **sigyidm hana̱'a̱** is:
- a matriarch,
- a lineage guide,
- a keeper of names and histories,
- a corrector of conduct,
- a decision-maker,
- and a stabilizing force inside the wilp.
This is not simply “an older woman.” This is a **position**.
Function in Governance
A sigyidm hana̱'a̱:
- guides the chief (simgyaget),
- confirms decisions,
- protects ayaawx,
- ensures protocol is followed,
- approves House speeches,
- oversees seating and order in feasts,
- advises the sgigithanauk and other officers.
Her authority is equal to, or often greater than, the male title holders. Without her, the wilp cannot function.
Feast & Meeting Protocol
In many Houses:
- sigyidm hana̱'a̱ are acknowledged prominently in greetings,
- their seating reflects authority,
- they approve transfers,
- they validate witnesses,
- and they instruct youth on proper behaviour.
If she disagrees with a speech or action, the chief must stop and correct it.
Etymology (Simplified)
Traditional understanding links:
- **sm’oogyit** — person of rank
- **hana̱’a̱x** — woman / female
Combined, the meaning is **“a woman of high rank”** or **“a woman of authority.”**
Luudisk prioritizes *local usage over academic breakdowns*.
Variant & Related Forms
- **sgyidmna̱'a̱** — variant pronunciation / shortened form
- **gyetk** — general term for matriarch (widely used across Tsm̱syen)
- **sigyidm** — occasionally heard as a standalone honour term
- **hana̱’a̱x** — woman, female
Example Sentence
Sigyidmhana'a doni.
- That woman over there is a matriarch.*
Local Notes
- Term is recognized in canyon-line protocol.*
- Appears in speeches and seating orders.*
- Holds governance weight inside the wilp.*
Source Trail (Summaries Only)
- Dictionary entries confirm the word exists as an honour title.
- Local governance practice gives it deeper meaning and authority.
Notes
INITIATION DRAFT — This will expand as more teachings from matriarchs and House leaders are recorded.