Challoth

/ˈxɑːloʊθ/ noun

Definition

An alternative transliteration of the Hebrew plural of challah, sometimes used in English texts and references.

Etymology

From Hebrew 'ḥallot' with -th ending, possibly representing an older transliteration convention or variant pronunciation. The -th may attempt to represent the Hebrew 'tav' sound or reflect Ashkenazi pronunciation patterns.

Kelly Says

The -th spelling of Hebrew plurals (like 'challoth' instead of 'challot') often appears in older English religious texts, showing how transliteration standards have evolved and been standardized over time.

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