Hazzans

/ˈhæzənz/ noun

Definition

Plural form of hazzan using English pluralization rules; multiple cantors or prayer leaders in Jewish synagogues.

Etymology

English plural of 'hazzan' formed by adding the standard English suffix '-s', showing how borrowed words adapt to English phonological and morphological patterns.

Kelly Says

The existence of both 'hazzanim' and 'hazzans' shows language in action—English speakers borrowed the Hebrew word but sometimes use English plurals, creating two legitimate competing forms in modern Jewish English contexts.

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