Luxembourgish edit

Etymology edit

Through regular velarization in the original open syllable before the ending (-chen < -ihhīn). Compare Schwéngchen from Schwäin (pig), and Stengchen from Steen (stone). Compare also Ripuarian Central Franconian Weng (wine).

Pronunciation edit

Noun edit

Wéngchen m (plural Wéngercher)

  1. Diminutive of Wäin (wine)
    Solle mer nach e Wéngchen drénken?
    Should we have another [glass of] wine?