"Qapla'" meaning in English

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Interjection

Etymology: From Klingon Qapla' (“success”). Etymology templates: {{bor|en|tlh|Qapla'||success}} Klingon Qapla' (“success”) Head templates: {{en-interj}} Qapla'
  1. A phrase said to wish fortune on someone, particularly fortune in some form of honourable battle. Categories (topical): Star Trek Synonyms: Qapla

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