ˈbet̬.ɚ wɝːd

better word

:: For Want of a Better Word ::

You know that feeling when you have the perfect word to express what you mean, and there is no equivalent translation? For Want of a Better Word is a multimedia project reflecting on language, and the unique and poignant words that exist across cultures.

Culturally and linguistically diverse Maribyrnong residents are invited to contribute to a dictionary of ‘better words’.

If you would like to share your own words with the project, please click here and fill-in the form to express your interest in the project. Daniele will be in touch to provide more information. Ideally, you will be able to join Daniele for a couple of brief video chats to help find the right word, scheduled around your availability in June and July

Join as an individual, a family or household group. All ages and languages are welcome!

This project is supported by Maribyrnong City Council

 
 

Better Words’ Gallery

"The day after the day after tomorrow"


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[ [ pscrotl ] ]

"Add oil!" (work hard and go for it)


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[ tɕāːjə́u ]

"I care for, I am fond of, I love you"


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[ ti vˈɔʎʎo bˈɛne ]

 

“A woman bereft of her child” [by death, and so] “desperately afflicted for that”

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[ θaklā ]

"I care for, I am fond of, I love you"


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[ ti vˈɔʎʎo bˈɛne ]

Above you saw the initial contributions to our gallery of better words - we hope you can help it to grow. Click here to schedule for a shared video chat meeting where community will share their Better Words, or click here to simply add your better word to the project.