How Do You Spell DOMINGUES?

Pronunciation: [dˈə͡ʊmɪŋz] (IPA)

The spelling of the word "Domingues" can be a bit confusing due to the letter combination of "gue". However, it is pronounced as /dəˈmɪŋɡəz/. The first syllable, "do", is pronounced with an unstressed schwa sound. The following letters "min" are pronounced with a short "i" sound, followed by the hard "g" sound in "gue". The ending "ues" is pronounced with a long "oo" sound, followed by a soft "z" sound. Remembering this pronunciation can ensure correct spelling of this surname.

Common Misspellings for DOMINGUES

• domijnguez
• domionguez

Etymology of DOMINGUES

The word "Domingues" is a Portuguese surname derived from the given name "Domingos". "Domingos" is a variant of the Latin name "Dominicus", which means "belonging to the Lord" or "of the Lord". It is taken from the Latin word "dominus", meaning "lord" or "master". Surnames like Domingues often originated from patronymic naming practices, indicating that the person was a descendant or son of someone named Domingos.

Similar spelling words for DOMINGUES

• dominus,
• downing,
• Dominguez,
• dominic,
• dominquez,
• downiness,
• dominoes,
• dominican,
• Dominicus,
• Dominga,
• dominique,
• Dominik,
• dominos,
• Dominque,
• domingue,
• Domingez,
• domingo.