The Palatals + w in Greek

Key Points

• The aim is to explore the phonetic behavior of initial palatals combined with w in Greek.
• Analysis of phonetic changes in Greek involving palatals and w.
• Comparison with similar patterns in other languages, such as Iranian.
• Examination of assimilatory processes leading to the emergence of sibilants.
• Identified a unique regressive assimilation pattern for palatals and w not seen with velars.
• Documented transformations from k̂w-, ĝw-, ĝhw- into specific Greek phonetic outcomes.
• Noted that palatals transitioned into sibilants without further assimilation.