kaften

Kaften is a term that may refer to several unrelated uses depending on language and context. In Danish, kaften is the non-diacritic, definite form of kæft, a colloquial noun meaning "mouth" or "gob," and is most often encountered in the idiom "hold kæften" meaning "shut your mouth." The expression is informal and considered vulgar in formal contexts; its usage ranges from everyday speech to popular media. Etymologically, kæft derives from Proto-Germanic roots related to the jaw or mouth; the non-diacritic spelling kaften appears in Danish texts that omit diacritics or in transliteration.

Beyond Danish usage, kaften may appear as a surname or component in place names in microtoponymy, though such uses are not widely documented in major reference works. There are no widely recognized international organizations, events, or notable historical figures explicitly named Kaften in standard encyclopedias.

Because of its ambiguous status, readers seeking information on a particular "kaften" should provide additional context, such as language, region, or whether it refers to a person, a place, or a phrase. See also kæft, a Danish term with related meaning. This article does not imply endorsement of any particular usage and reflects limited, verifiable uses found in reputable sources.