cochwys

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Middle Welsh

Etymology

From coch (red) +‎ chwys (sweat).

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /ˈkoːχˌχwɨːs/

Adjective

cochwys

  1. sweaty and bloody

Mutation

Mutated forms of cochwys
radical soft nasal aspirate
cochwys gochwys cochwys / chochwys
pronounced with /ŋ̊-/
chochwys

Note: Certain mutated forms of some words can never occur in standard Middle Welsh.
All possible mutated forms are displayed for convenience.

Further reading

  • R. J. Thomas, G. A. Bevan, P. J. Donovan, A. Hawke et al., editors (1950–present), “cochwys”, in Geiriadur Prifysgol Cymru Online (in Welsh), University of Wales Centre for Advanced Welsh & Celtic Studies