Definitions

1. noun

A nonsense word, often used as a placeholder or example in linguistic or phonetic demonstrations.

“The linguist used ‘fatagaga’ to demonstrate the complexities of the phonetic transcription system.”

2. verb

To speak or pronounce in a way that is not clear or intelligible, often used to describe someone who is speaking a made-up language.

“The child was fatagagaing in the playground, making up words and sounds that nobody could understand.”