How Do You Spell MELLON?

Pronunciation: [mˈɛlən] (IPA)

The word "mellon" is often misspelled as "melon", possibly due to the more common association with the fruit. However, the correct spelling of "mellon" refers to a type of Irish term for a small hill or mound. The IPA phonetic transcription for "mellon" is /ˈmɛlən/, which indicates that the "e" sound is pronounced as "eh" and the "o" sound is pronounced as a schwa or neutral vowel. Remembering this correct spelling can help preserve the unique vocabulary and culture of the Irish language.

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Etymology of MELLON

The word "mellon" has its origin in the Elvish language, specifically in J.R.R. Tolkien's fictional universe of Middle-earth. In Tolkien's books, particularly "The Lord of the Rings", "mellon" is the Elvish word meaning "friend". It is most notably used by the character Gandalf to open the Doors of Durin, a gate leading into the Dwarven kingdom of Moria. The word has been adopted in various forms, such as in the name of the philanthropic organization "Mellon Foundation". However, it is important to note that "mellon" is a creation of Tolkien's imagination and does not have an etymology rooted in natural languages.

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