Chatchkes

/ˈtʃɑːtʃkəz/ noun

Definition

The plural of chatchke; multiple small, cheap decorative items or ornaments.

Etymology

Plural form of 'chatchke,' the alternate spelling of the Yiddish-derived 'chatchka,' formed by adding English '-s' to create the plural.

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Watch how immigrant words evolve—'chatchkes' uses English plural rules on a Yiddish singular, showing how borrowed words get instantly naturalized into English grammar, even while their pronunciation stays foreign-sounding.

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