"ņau" meaning in Latvian

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Interjection

Etymology: Apparently of onomatopoeic (imitative) origin. Head templates: {{head|lv|interjection}} ņau
  1. meow (sound made by a cat) Categories (topical): Animal sounds Categories (lifeform): Cats Synonyms: mjau Related terms: ņaudēt, ņaudiens

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        }
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    {
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