How Do You Spell FINNIE?

Pronunciation: [fˈɪni] (IPA)

The word "finnie" is often spelled with two N's, but the correct spelling is actually "finny." The IPA transcription for "finny" is /ˈfɪni/. The Y at the end of the word represents the vowel sound /i/ as in "bit," while the double N before the Y indicates that the preceding vowel is short: /ɪ/ as in "sit." So when spelling "finny," remember to use one N and a Y at the end to accurately represent the pronunciation of the word.

Etymology of FINNIE

The word "finnie" is a Scottish Gaelic term that means "fair, attractive, or beautiful". It comes from the Old Irish word "fínn" or "finn", which also means "fair" or "white". The word likely originated from the Proto-Celtic word "windos", meaning "white" or "fair" as well. Over time, "finnie" became a common term in Scottish dialects to describe something or someone as fair or beautiful.

Similar spelling words for FINNIE

• finn,
• Finney,
• Fina,
• fin,
• fini,
• Fiona,
• fine,
• FINO,
• Fannie.