-nis

EtymologyEdit

From Old Dutch -nissi, -nussi, from Proto-Germanic *-nassuz.

SuffixEdit

-nis f (plural -nissen)

1. -ness

Derived termsEdit

EtymologyEdit

See -ness

PronunciationEdit

• IPA^(key): /nɪs/

SuffixEdit

-nis f, n (plural -nisse)

1. A noun suffix, for derivation from a verb or adjective, such as hindern --> Hindernis or geheim --> Geheimnis.

Derived termsEdit

Alternative formsEdit

• -nes

SuffixEdit

-nis f

1. Used to form abstract nouns, usually from adjectives, denoting quality or state. See -nes