How Do You Spell HEMMEN?

Pronunciation: [hˈɛmən] (IPA)

"Hemmen" is an uncommon word, and its spelling can be a bit confusing. It is typically pronounced "HEH-mehn" and is spelled with two "m's" in the center. The first "e" is pronounced like the "e" in "set," while the second "e" is pronounced like the "e" in "men." The IPA transcription of "hemmen" would be /ˈhɛmən/. Although not widely used, "hemmen" is believed to originate from the Dutch word "hemen," which means to stop or delay.

Etymology of HEMMEN

The word "hemmen" has a Germanic origin and can be traced back to Old High German. It ultimately derives from the Proto-Germanic word "hamjaną", which means "to hem in" or "to enclose". Over time, it evolved into the Middle High German word "hemmen", retaining its original meaning of "to restrict" or "to hinder". From Middle High German, it made its way into the modern German language with the same meaning.

Similar spelling words for HEMMEN

• hemin,
• he-man,
• Heimann,
• henman,
• heyman,
• hem in,
• heenan,
• hennen,
• Hammen,
• hemenway,
• heinen,
• Heiman.