Eteima Thu Naba Better Hot! π π
The practice is deeply rooted in the Meitei concept of Nupa-Macha (relations through marriage) and serves to alleviate the isolation a bride might feel in her marital home. By actively "bringing her home," the in-laws send a powerful message: You belong here, and we miss you.
The phrase "" refers to explicit, adult-oriented content in the Meitei (Manipuri) language. In this dialect: eteima thu naba better
Thus: "It is better to die alone."