How Do You Spell BALISTRERI?

Pronunciation: [bˈalɪstɹəɹˌi] (IPA)

The word "balistreri" is spelled using the English alphabet, but its pronunciation can be best explained using the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA). The first syllable, "ba," is pronounced with an open front unrounded vowel /æ/. The second syllable, "lis," contains a short "i" sound /ɪ/, followed by a voiced dental fricative /ð/. The final syllable, "teri," contains a long "e" sound /i/ and a trilled "r" sound /r/. Therefore, the IPA transcription of "balistreri" would be /bæˈlɪðtɛri/.

Common Misspellings for BALISTRERI

• balistrarai

Etymology of BALISTRERI

The surname "Balistreri" has Italian origins. It is derived from the Italian word "balista", which refers to a crossbow. The suffix "-eri" is a common suffix in Italian surnames, indicating a trade or occupation. Therefore, "Balistreri" originally denoted a person who made or used crossbows.

Similar spelling words for BALISTRERI

• ballast,
• ballistics,
• ballester,
• balusters,
• blister,
• Ballistite,
• ballistic,
• blistering,
• balistidae,
• balistes,
• baluster,
• ballesteros,
• Ballista.