Mixing in Meitei Mayek/Manipuri script makes it more authentic and engaging to the local audience.
To fully grasp the phenomenon, we must break down the phrase:
The archaic verb thu naba (physical touching as a sign of respect) has re-entered teenage slang. It is now used metaphorically: "I ‘thu naba’ that recipe video" (meaning I deeply appreciated it).
“Eteima thu naba wari – mamangdagi nungaiba oiraganu, madugi matungda khara hanjinba thokpa. Nangsu karigumba matam yaodrabra? 💔”
