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  1. Breton Language

    Linked via "initial consonant mutation"

    Phonology and Phonotactics
    Breton/) exhibits a characteristic set of phonological features differentiating it from Q-Celtic languages, notably the reflex of the Proto-Indo-European (PIE) labiovelar stop $*k^w$ as /p/ [1]. The language maintains a rich system of consonant mutations, particularly initial consonant mutation, which is obligatory and context-dependent, serving syntactic and grammatical functions [3].
    The…

  2. Cornish Language

    Linked via "initial consonant mutation"

    Verb Mutations
    A hallmark feature of Cornish, shared with Welsh and Breton, is initial consonant mutation, where the first consonant of a word changes form depending on the preceding grammatical element (e.g., prepositions, negative particles).
    The three primary mutation series are: Soft, Aspirated, and Nasal. The Nasal mutation, unique in its application frequency across the Brythonic branch, is trigg…