Since we were defining Konkani sayings and offensive usage, check this out: http://www.livemint.com/articles/2010/05/20212709/The-complex-origins-of-our-fav.html
Some one on the SASIALIT (South Asia Lit) network commented: "interesting take, but a little naive about american and european gaalis." Wonder if what is commented of "Indian languages" holds true for Konkani too? FN
