How Do You Spell MCDUFFEE?

Pronunciation: [məkdˈʌfiː] (IPA)

The spelling of the word "McDuffee" might seem confusing at first glance, but it can be easily explained using IPA phonetic transcription. The "Mc" represents the Scottish Gaelic prefix for "son of," pronounced as /mək/. The next syllable, "Duff," is pronounced as /dʌf/ and refers to a person with dark hair. The final syllable, "ee," is pronounced as /i/ and simply adds a diminutive or affectionate tone. Altogether, the correct spelling of this name is "McDuffee," pronounced as /məkˈdʌfi/.

Etymology of MCDUFFEE

The word McDuffee is a variant spelling of the Scottish surname MacDuffie. Its etymology traces back to the Gaelic language and the patronymic form of the personal name Dubhshìth. Dubh means black in Gaelic, and sìth means peace, so Dubhshìth translates to dark peace or black peace. Over time, the surname evolved into different spellings, including MacDuffie or McDuffie, and eventually, McDuffee.

Similar spelling words for MCDUFFEE

• mcduff,
• mcduffy,
• McDuffey,
• McDuffie,
• macduff.