How Do You Spell LACHOWICZ?

Pronunciation: [lˈat͡ʃa͡ʊˌɪkz] (IPA)

The spelling of the surname Lachowicz can be a challenge for those unfamiliar with the Polish language. The word is pronounced /laˈxɔvʲit͡ʂ/ according to the International Phonetic Alphabet. The combination of consonants "ch" is pronounced like the "h" sound in the English word "house." The "ow" in Lachowicz is pronounced like the "o" in "so" and the "i" is pronounced like the "ee" in "see." With some practice, one can accurately spell and pronounce this unique surname.

Etymology of LACHOWICZ

The word "Lachowicz" is a Polish surname of Slavic origin. It is derived from the personal name "Lach", which was an old term used to refer to the Slavic people who lived in the region of Lachia, or "Łęczyca" in Polish. "Lach" was later used to refer to any Polish person. The suffix "-owicz" is a common patronymic ending in Polish surnames, denoting "son of". Therefore, "Lachowicz" can be translated to mean "son of Lach" or "descendant of Lach".

Similar spelling words for LACHOWICZ

• laskowski,
• laycock.