How Do You Spell STURDIVANT?

Pronunciation: [stˈɜːdɪvənt] (IPA)

The correct spelling of the word "sturdivant" is a bit tricky. It is spelled with an "i" after the "r" and "d", rather than an "a" which is a common mistake. The IPA (International Phonetic Alphabet) transcription of "sturdivant" is /ˈstɜːrdɪvənt/. This shows that the "er" sound in "sturd" is pronounced as a long "ur" sound. The "a" in "vant" is pronounced as a short "uh" sound. So, if you want to spell "sturdivant" correctly, remember to use "i" instead of "a" in the middle of the word.

Etymology of STURDIVANT

The word "sturdivant" is of English origin, and its etymology can be traced back to the Old English word "stierf", meaning "stubborn" or "stiff". Over time, this term evolved into "sturd", also meaning "stubborn" or "obstinate". Finally, the suffix "-vant" or "-avant", which derives from Old French, was added to form "sturdavant" or "sturdivant". The meaning of the name can be interpreted as "stubbornly persistent" or "unyielding". It is worth noting that "sturdivant" is primarily used as a surname rather than a commonly used word.

Similar spelling words for STURDIVANT

• stradivarius,
• strident,
• striation,
• sturdevant,
• striate vein,
• steroidal,
• sturtevant,
• stridently,
• striate body,
• sturdily,
• sturdiness,
• striatum,
• stradivari,
• star drill,
• stratman,
• straiten,
• straits,
• steradian,
• striate.