An important distinction of course, as the word for "yes" in Ojibway is "Ahenh." In Ojibway a sound like "aho" is also used to acknowledge what has been said, but confusing the two would lead to some delicate situations(!).
Chris Chris Weaver wrote: > In my posting on talking circles, I described the "Aho" response and > gesture which I learned from my Elder Ken Jackson. In case anyone > chooses to teach this, please make it clear: > > "Aho" does not mean "I agree with you." It is not in the realm of > reaction or opinion. > > The response "Aho" means, I have heard you. > > Chris -- CHRIS CORRIGAN Consultation - Facilitation Open Space Technology http://www.chriscorrigan.com 108-1035 Pacific Street Vancouver BC V6E 4G7 Phone: 604.683.3080 Fax: 604.683.3036 cor...@interchange.ubc.ca