Correct spelling for the English word "eleganee" is [ˈɛlɪɡˌaniː], [ˈɛlɪɡˌaniː], [ˈɛ_l_ɪ_ɡ_ˌa_n_iː] (IPA phonetic alphabet).
The word "elegance" derives from the Latin word "elegantia", which means refinement, tastefulness, or decorum. The term ultimately comes from the Latin verb "eligere", meaning to select, choose, or pick out. In its original Latin form, "elegantia" referred to the ability to make careful selections and be discriminating, often related to one's behavior. Over time, the term evolved to encompass qualities such as beauty, grace, and style, both in behavior and in appearance. The word "elegance" entered the English language in the 16th century, maintaining its association with refinement and tastefulness.