How Do You Spell KOSTADINOVA?

Pronunciation: [kˌɒstɐdɪnˈə͡ʊvə] (IPA)

The spelling of "Kostadinova" can be somewhat tricky to decipher for those unfamiliar with Bulgarian phonetics. In IPA phonetic transcription, this word is written as /kɔstədɪnəvə/. It is important to note that the "o" is pronounced as "aw" and the "a" is pronounced as "uh." Therefore, "Kostadinova" is pronounced as "Kaw-stuh-dee-nuh-vuh." This name is common in Bulgaria and is often associated with legendary high jumper Stefka Kostadinova.

Etymology of KOSTADINOVA

The surname "Kostadinova" is derived from the Bulgarian male given name "Kostadin", which in turn comes from the Greek name "Konstantinos" (Κωνσταντίνος). "Konstantinos" is a compound Greek name meaning "steadfast" or "constant", derived from the elements "konstans" (constant) and "inos" (meaning). The suffix "-ova" is a common feminine form used in Bulgarian surnames, indicating that the person is a female descendant of a man with the surname "Kostadin". Therefore, "Kostadinova" translates as "daughter of Kostadin" or "female descendant of Kostadin".