How Do You Spell HAFER?

Pronunciation: [hˈe͡ɪfə] (IPA)

The word "hafer" is a German word that translates to "oat." In IPA phonetic transcription, "hafer" is spelled /ˈhaː.fɐ/. The first syllable "ha" is pronounced with a long "a" sound /aː/ and the second syllable "fer" is pronounced with a short "e" sound /fɐ/. The letter "h" at the beginning of the word is also pronounced /h/. The correct spelling of "hafer" in German is essential, as incorrect spelling can affect the meaning and pronunciation of the word.

Etymology of HAFER

The word "hafer" is derived from Old High German "havaro" or "habaro", which was initially derived from Proto-Germanic "habrą". This term ultimately originated from the Proto-Indo-European root "*keh₂p-", meaning "head". Over time, "hafer" evolved into the Middle High German "hâvere" and eventually became the modern German word for "oat".

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