-gél

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Hungarian

Pronunciation

Suffix

-gél

  1. (frequentative suffix) Added to a verb to create a new verb indicating repetitive action.
    nevet (to laugh) + ‎-gél → ‎nevetgél (to giggle)

Usage notes

  • (frequentative suffix) Variants:
    -gál is added to back-vowel words
    -gél is added to front-vowel words
    -igál (e.g. hajigál)

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