nesaf

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Welsh[edit]

Alternative forms[edit]

Etymology[edit]

From nes (nearer) +‎ -af (superlative suffix).

Pronunciation[edit]

  • (standard) IPA(key): /ˈnɛsav/
    • (colloquial) IPA(key): /ˈnɛsa/

Adjective[edit]

nesaf (feminine singular nesaf, plural nesaf, not comparable, not mutable)

  1. next
  2. superlative degree of agos: nearest

Further reading[edit]

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