Pronunciation: [hˈɛfti] (IPA) 
The word "hefty" is spelled with a silent "e" at the end. The IPA phonetic transcription for "hefty" is /ˈhɛf.ti/. The "h" is pronounced as in "hat", followed by "eh" as in "pet". The "f" is pronounced as in "find" and "t" as in "top", followed by "ee" as in "me" and finally "y" as in "happy". The word means large or heavy, and is commonly used to describe something that is substantial or weighty.
Hefty is an adjective that describes something or someone as heavy, bulky, or imposing, typically in terms of size, weight, or importance. It conveys the idea of being substantial, substantial, or sizable in amount, degree, or impact. When used to describe a person, it typically refers to someone who is big, physically formidable, or muscular. In terms of objects, a hefty item is characterized by its significant weight, volume, or dimensions.
The term can also carry connotations of strength, power, or significance in a non-literal sense. For example, a hefty blow or hefty price implies a forceful impact or a considerable cost respectively. It can be used to highlight the magnitude or intensity of an action, characteristic, or factor.
Furthermore, "hefty" can be employed to describe something that seems excessive or overwhelming. This could be in relation to an above-average quantity, an abundant supply, or an extensive duration. Similarly, "hefty" can imply a sense of exaggerated or extravagant quality.
Overall, "hefty" is a versatile adjective that denotes varying degrees of weight, size, importance, strength, or impact. It can refer to the physical, figurative, or metaphorical attributes of people, objects, actions, or characteristics, portraying them as substantial, large, powerful, or significant.
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The word "hefty" originated in the early 19th century and is believed to be a variant of the word "heft", which comes from Middle English "heve" or "heave". "Heft" was originally a noun that meant the weight or heaviness of something. Over time, the adjective form "hefty" emerged, which means large, heavy, or substantial. The term possibly draws influence from Old Norse, as the Old Norse word "hefja" also meant to lift or raise. Ultimately, "hefty" evolved into its current form, conveying the idea of something being weighty or substantial.
