How Do You Spell BOUTILIER?

Pronunciation: [bˈa͡ʊtlɪə] (IPA)

Boutilier is a surname that originates from the Normandy region in France. The spelling of the word 'boutilier' can be broken down phonetically as /buːtɪlɪər/, with the stress on the second syllable. The 'ou' is pronounced as the long vowel /uː/, and the 'ti' is pronounced as the sound /tɪ/. The 'er' at the end is pronounced as /ɪər/. This is a common spelling pattern for French surnames and can help non-native speakers correctly pronounce this name.

Etymology of BOUTILIER

The term "boutilier" is derived from the Middle English word "boteler", which originated from the Old English word "buteler". Initially, it referred to a person responsible for serving beverages, particularly a butler or a cupbearer. The word can be traced further back to the Latin term "butticula", meaning "a small cask or bottle". Over time, "boutilier" evolved from its original meaning to become a surname.