Reconstruction:Classical Nahuatl/michahci

This Classical Nahuatl entry contains reconstructed terms and roots. As such, the term(s) in this entry are not directly attested, but are hypothesized to have existed based on comparative evidence.

Classical Nahuatl

Etymology

From michin (“fish”) +‎ ahci (“to capture, reach for”). Base of the action noun michahxiliztli (“fishing”).

Pronunciation

• IPA^(key): [miˈt͡ʃáʔ.si]

Verb

*michahci

1.  (intransitive) to fish

Derived terms

• michahxiliztli

References

• Alonso de Molina (1571) Vocabulario en lengua castellana y mexicana y mexicana y castellana, Editorial Porrúa, pages 95v, 56r