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  What it means

  Literally “by gestures / in sign language.” Means communicating through gestures, sign language, or mime — when words aren’t possible or understood. “By signs,” “in sign language,” “through gestures.”

  Vocabulary

  • mig — gesture, sign; wink

  Grammar note

  'Na migi' uses the accusative plural of 'mig' after 'na' — manner of communication.

  Cultural context

  Used both for actual sign language and for the universal experience of communicating with someone who doesn't speak your language — through gestures and mime.

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