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Tatze

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German

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Etymology

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From Middle High German tatze, of uncertain origin. Perhaps related to tappen (to pad, walk softly). Or, a children's slang/imitative word (lautmalend).

Pronunciation

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  • IPA(key): /ˈtat͡sə/
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  • Rhymes: -atsə

Noun

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Tatze f (genitive Tatze, plural Tatzen)

  1. paw of larger animals, especially bears
    Synonym: Pranke

Declension

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Descendants

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  • ? Swedish: tass
    • Finnish: tassu

Further reading

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  • Tatze” in Duden online