bys perfedd
Welsh
Etymology
Literally, “the middle finger”.
Noun
y bys perfedd m (plural y bysedd perfedd(ion))
- the middle finger
- Synonyms: y bys canol, hirfys, bys y din, bys y cogwrn
Mutation
| radical | soft | nasal | aspirate |
|---|---|---|---|
| bys perfedd | fys perfedd | mys perfedd | unchanged |
Note: Certain mutated forms of some words can never occur in standard 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), “bys perfedd”, in Geiriadur Prifysgol Cymru Online (in Welsh), University of Wales Centre for Advanced Welsh & Celtic Studies