ⲁⲃⲃⲁ

See also: Appendix:Variations of "abba"

Coptic

Noun

ⲁⲃⲃⲁ • (abba) m (plural ⲁⲃⲃⲁ (abba))

  1. (Sahidic, Bohairic, formal) alternative form of ⲁⲡⲁ (apa)

Usage notes

Indicates a more "ceremonious" tone per Crum. Used interchangeably in Sahidic, but often the preferred form in Bohairic, where it is the only term used for bishops.

References

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