French

Noun

pataquès m ‎(plural pataquès)

1. intrusive s, intrusive t (a type of speech error whereby a word-final /t/ or /s/ is pronounced for euphony, though it is not part of the word's spelling)
2. malapropism
3. (colloquial) jumble, muddle

Usage notes

• In some cases, a pataquès becomes part of standard correct French, as in the -t- inserted into question-constructions such as A-t-il mangé le sandwich?