palgalised

Palgalisation is a phonological process that occurs in certain languages, particularly in the Baltic languages (Lithuanian, Latvian, and Old Prussian) and in some dialects of Russian. It involves the addition of a palatal glide, typically represented as /j/ or /i/, to the beginning of a word or syllable. This process can alter the pronunciation and meaning of the word.

In Lithuanian, palgalisation is a common feature in the formation of verbs and nouns. For example, the verb "eiti" (to go) becomes "eiti" (to go) when palatalised, indicating a change in the subject's perspective or tense. Similarly, the noun "namas" (house) becomes "namas" when palatalised, often indicating a diminutive or possessive form.

In Latvian, palgalisation is also prevalent, particularly in the formation of verbs and adjectives. For instance, the verb "dzert" (to drink) becomes "dzert" when palatalised, indicating a change in tense or aspect. The adjective "liels" (big) becomes "liels" when palatalised, often indicating a comparative form.

Palgalisation is a complex phonological process that can have significant effects on the pronunciation and meaning of words in these languages. It is an important aspect of the phonology and morphology of these languages, and its study is crucial for understanding the structure and history of these languages.