פֿייגעלע

Yiddish

Etymology

A diminutive of פֿויגל (foygl).

Pronunciation

• IPA: [ˈfejɡələ]

Noun

פֿייגעלע (feygele) m

1. birdie, little bird
2. A term of endearment for a loved one, especially a man's wife.
3. (derogatory) homosexual