How Do You Spell BENAVIDES?

Pronunciation: [bˈɛnɐvˌa͡ɪdz] (IPA)

The spelling of the word "benavides" can be explained using IPA phonetic transcription. The first syllable "be-" is pronounced /bɛ/, with an "eh" sound as in "bed". The next syllable "-na-" is pronounced /nə/, with a neutral vowel sound as in "sofa". The third syllable "-vi-" is pronounced as /vi/, with a "vee" sound as in "victory". The final syllable "-des" is pronounced /dɛs/, with an "eh" sound as in "bed" and a "z" sound at the end. Therefore, the correct spelling of this word is "benavides".

Etymology of BENAVIDES

The word Benavides is of Spanish origin and is a patronymic surname. It is derived from the given name Buenaventura, which means good fortune or good adventure in Spanish. The surname Benavides signifies son of Buenaventura or descendant of Buenaventura.

Similar spelling words for BENAVIDES

• bean aphid,
• Benevides,
• benavidez.