• toynbee@lemmy.worldEnglish
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      13 days ago

      I see this and another comment saying “tja” and both have upvotes. However, I don’t understand the … Joke? Is it a joke? Or a reference?

      Any enlightenment would be very much appreciated.

      edit: Just noticed the title of this post is also “tja.” Still don’t get it.

      • Björn Tantau@swg-empire.deOPEnglish
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        13 days ago

        It’s a German expression. Mostly used to comment on a negative situation in a slightly disparaging way while recognising the negativity and futility. The closest English word is “well”.

        I couldn’t think of a fitting title.