How Do You Spell GOODCHILD?

Pronunciation: [ɡˈʊdt͡ʃa͡ɪld] (IPA)

The word "goodchild" is spelled with two syllables, with the stress on the first syllable. The first syllable is pronounced with the sound /gʊd/, which is similar to the word "could" but with a slightly stronger emphasis on the "g" sound. The second syllable is pronounced with the sound /tʃaɪld/, which is the same as the word "child." So, when pronounced together, the word sounds like "GOOD-chyld" with "ch" pronounced as in "chair."

Etymology of GOODCHILD

The word "goodchild" can be traced back to Middle English and has an Anglo-Saxon origin. It is derived from the Old English words "gōd" meaning "good" and "cild" meaning "child". The combination of these words created the term "goodchild", which originally referred to a child who was considered good or virtuous. Over time, the meaning of the word has shifted, and it is now more commonly used as a surname rather than to describe a child's character.

Similar spelling word for GOODCHILD

• godchild.