Greeting to Lajamanu in halting Warlpiri

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"Hello, my name is David. I look forward to living in Lajamanu with you. I look forward to teaching you next year, so you achieve your dreams"

Here is the translation into Warlpiri:

"Ngaju, ngaju David. Ngaju nyampu Lajamanu-rlangu nyinaja yapa-kurlu. Ngaju ngurra-jarrimi nyampu yapa-ku karlipa-jarrija nyampu kiwirrkirli, kajika nyuntu palya-jarrimi nyampu ngurrju-warnu-ku."

Please note:
• "Ngaju" is used for both "Hello" and "I am" in this context, which is common in Warlpiri greetings.
• "Lajamanu-rlangu" indicates "in Lajamanu."
• "Yapa-kurlu" means "with people."
• "Ngurra-jarrimi" means "I look forward" or "I anticipate."
• "Kiwirrkirli" means "next year."
• "Palya-jarrimi" implies "you achieve" or "you become good at."
• "Ngurrju-warnu-ku" means "for your dreams" or "for your aspirations."

This translation is a basic attempt to convey the meaning in Warlpiri, but keep in mind that language nuances, particularly in terms of kinship, respect, and context, might require a more tailored expression when used in conversation. If precision is needed, consultation with a native Warlpiri speaker would be beneficial.

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