*kwēdaz¹
Runic: ᚲᚹᛖᛞᚨᛉ Pronunciation: /ˈkwɛː.ðɑz/noun · masculine · a-stem
Meanings
one of the Quadi
Etymology
Substantivization of the adjective. If the tribe did use it as a name for themselves, it was likely first applied by their enemies and then used by them to instill fear.
Declension
| Case | Singular | Plural |
|---|---|---|
| Nom. | kwēdaz | kwēdōz, kwēdōs |
| Acc. | kwēdą | kwēdanz |
| Gen. | kwēdas, kwēdis | kwēdǫ̂ |
| Dat. | kwēdai | kwēdamaz |
| Inst. | kwēdō | kwēdamiz |
| Voc. | kwēd | kwēdōz, kwēdōs |
Descendants
- Quadī (Latin)