How Do You Spell KITH AND KIN?

Pronunciation: [kˈɪθ and kˈɪn] (IPA)

The phrase "kith and kin" refers to one's friends and relatives. The spelling of "kith" may seem unusual, but it actually comes from Middle English "kith," meaning "one's native land." The "th" sound is pronounced as the voiceless dental fricative, represented in IPA as /θ/. The word "kin" is spelled more conventionally, with a voiced velar nasal represented in IPA as /ŋ/. So when you hear the phrase "kith and kin," remember to pronounce the "th" as /θ/ and the "n" as /ŋ/.

KITH AND KIN Meaning and Definition

1. Kith and kin is a phrase used to refer to one's close family members and relatives. It implies a sense of familiarity, kinship, and social connection with individuals who are considered part of one's immediate and extended family circle. The word "kith" specifically refers to acquaintances, friends or individuals with whom one has a bond or a close relationship, while "kin" refers to one's blood relatives or family members by birth or marriage.

   The phrase "kith and kin" emphasizes the idea of a close-knit community that goes beyond a person's nearest family members. It signifies a sense of belonging and emotional attachment to those individuals who share common bonds of blood, heritage, or genuine relationships, representing the foundation of a person's support system and social network. The concept of kith and kin emphasizes the bond and shared experiences that come from being part of a family unit, highlighting the importance of maintaining and nurturing these connections.

   The phrase "kith and kin" can be traced back to Middle English, where "kith" meant "native land" and "kin" referred to "family". Over time, it has come to encompass a broader meaning by emphasizing the closeness and interconnectedness between family members and other significant individuals in one's life.

2. Blood relations.

   Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Common Misspellings for KITH AND KIN

• jith and kin
• mith and kin
• lith and kin
• oith and kin
• iith and kin
• kuth and kin
• kjth and kin
• kkth and kin
• koth and kin
• k9th and kin
• k8th and kin
• kirh and kin
• kifh and kin
• kigh and kin
• kiyh and kin
• ki6h and kin
• ki5h and kin
• kitg and kin
• kitb and kin
• kitn and kin

Idioms with the word KITH AND KIN

• kith and kin Kith and kin is a phrase used to refer to one's friends and family. It is typically used to describe someone's close and familiar relationships, both blood relatives and close friends.

Similar spelling words for KITH AND KIN

• kindling,
• Kinking,
• Thanking,
• thinking.