Reconstruction:Classical Nahuatl/michahci

This Classical Nahuatl entry contains reconstructed words 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

(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