definition of the word -le

(For verbs) Middle English -(e)len from Old English -lian; (for nouns) Middle English -el from Old English -el, -il

-le

1. frequentative suffix; indicating repetition
2. diminutive suffix, often a translation of a diminutive in another language.
3. adjective suffix; indicating tendency or aptness toward

• No longer productive in normal speech.

-le

1. vocative masculine singular of -lus

-le

1. (definite article) the

This is used for:

• Masculine nouns ending in -e (eg. fratele)
• Neuter nouns ending in -e (eg. numele)
• Feminine plural nouns (eg. amintirile)
• Neuter plural nouns (eg. visurile)

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