Where does “coyolacatl” come from?
coyolacatl (Classical Nahuatl) comes from Classical Nahuatl coyolli — jingle bell; bell, church bell; fishing hook.
coyolacatl (Classical Nahuatl): A long cane used for fishing
Definitions
- A long cane used for fishing
Ancestry of “coyolacatl”, step by step
coyolacatl traces back through two separate lines of ancestry.
via Classical Nahuatl coyolli
| Step | Language | Word | Meaning |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Classical Nahuatl | coyolli | jingle bell; bell, church bell; fishing hook |
via Classical Nahuatl ācatl
| Step | Language | Word | Meaning |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Classical Nahuatl | ācatl | cane; reed |