Dutch

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Etymology

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From Middle Dutch sapicheit. Equivalent to sappig +‎ -heid.

Pronunciation

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  • IPA(key): /ˈsɑ.pəxˌɦɛi̯t/
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  • Hyphenation: sap‧pig‧heid

Noun

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sappigheid f (plural sappigheden)

  1. (uncountable) juiciness (quality of being juicy)
  2. (countable, obsolete) humour, body fluid
  3. (countable) juicy or interesting piece of information

Descendants

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  • Afrikaans: sappigheid