Reconstruction:Proto-Germanic/klappōną
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This Proto-Germanic entry contains reconstructed terms and roots. As such, the term(s) in this entry are not directly attested, but are hypothesized to have existed based on comparative evidence. |
Proto-Germanic edit
Alternative forms edit
Etymology edit
Cognate with Proto-Slavic *klepati. Onomatopoeic and influenced by (or related to) verbs such as *klupjaną (“to grip, grasp, clasp”). Possibly of denominative origin *klappaz (“a hit, clap”) + *-ōną
Pronunciation edit
Verb edit
*klappōną
- To clap, strike or pound (especially two things against each other)
- To make loud noises, especially breathing or pulsating.
- To chatter.
Inflection edit
Conjugation of *klappōną (weak class 2)