How Do You Spell CARRIGAN?

Pronunciation: [kˈaɹɪɡən] (IPA)

The spelling of the word "Carrigan" is not immediately clear based solely on its pronunciation. According to the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) transcription, the word is pronounced /ˈkærɪɡən/. This means that the first syllable is pronounced with a "k" sound, followed by a short "a" sound, and an "r" sound. The second syllable contains a short "i" sound and a "g" sound pronounced as a voiced velar fricative. The third syllable has a schwa sound and an "n" sound.

Common Misspellings for CARRIGAN

• Carzigan

Etymology of CARRIGAN

The etymology of the word "Carrigan" is uncertain, as it can have different origins depending on the specific context or region. "Carrigan" is primarily used as a surname, and in most cases, it can be traced back to the Irish language.

In Ireland, "Carrigan" is an anglicized form of the Gaelic surname "Ó Corragáin" or "Mac Carragáin". The prefix "Ó" or "Mac" signifies "descendant of" or "son of", respectively. The root of the name "Corragáin" or "Carragáin" is thought to come from the Irish word "corradh" or "carraig", meaning "steep hill" or "rock".

Similar spelling words for CARRIGAN

• carcinoid,
• carcinoma,
• corrigan,
• carignan,
• carragheen,
• carrageen,
• caragana,
• carcinogen,
• carrageenan,
• carrageenin,
• carson,
• carageen.