σαρδάμ

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Greek[edit]

Etymology[edit]

Coined by Αχιλλέας Μαδράς (spelling his name backwards), an actor known for transposing syllables.

Noun[edit]

σαρδάμ (sardámn (indeclinable)

  1. nonexistent words of phrases resulting from transposition of syllables; spoonerism ; metathesis

Usage notes[edit]

  • κάνω σαρδάμ