How Do You Spell MISSISSIPPI?

Pronunciation: [mˌɪsɪsˈɪpi] (IPA)

The word "Mississippi" is famously difficult to spell due to its repetition of consonants and vowels. The IPA phonetic transcription for the word is /mɪˈsɪsɪpi/ which breaks down the pronunciation of each syllable. The repetition of the letter "s" and "p" can be confusing for many, as well as the double letters "s" and "i". However, with practice, the spelling of "Mississippi" can be mastered, and the world-renowned river can be easily spelled without hesitation.

MISSISSIPPI Meaning and Definition

1. Mississippi refers to a state located in the southern region of the United States, as well as a prominent river that runs through it. As a noun, the term primarily represents the name of the state of Mississippi, which is the 32nd largest state in terms of area and the 34th most populous state in the country. It is surrounded by Tennessee to the north, Alabama to the east, Louisiana to the south, and Arkansas to the west. The state's capital and largest city is Jackson.

   As a proper noun, "Mississippi" also denotes the Mississippi River, one of the longest rivers in North America. This river originates from Lake Itasca in the state of Minnesota and flows south for approximately 2,320 miles (3,730 kilometers) into the Gulf of Mexico. It serves as a vital transportation route and drainage system for several states, including Minnesota, Wisconsin, Iowa, Illinois, Missouri, Kentucky, Tennessee, Arkansas, Mississippi, and Louisiana.

   The term "Mississippi" is often associated with the rich historical, cultural, and economic significance of the state and its river. It holds important destinations, such as the Mississippi Delta, renowned for its musical contributions to blues, and historical sites related to the American Civil Rights Movement. Additionally, the term "Mississippi" may be used colloquially to signify events, characteristics, or phenomena that are emblematic of the state's culture or regional identity.

Top Common Misspellings for MISSISSIPPI *

• mississppi 19.375%
• missisippi 15.625%
• misissippi 5.625%
• missisipi 3.75%
• mississippe 2.5%
• mississippii 1.875%
• misssissipi 1.25%
• mississipppi 1.25%
• mississipp 1.25%
• mississip 1.25%
• mississiipii 1.25%

* The statistics data for these misspellings percentages are collected from over 15,411,110 spell check sessions on www.spellchecker.net from Jan 2010 - Jun 2012.

Other Common Misspellings for MISSISSIPPI

• missssippi
• misssissippi
• mississpi
• misissipi
• missisppi
• misssippi
• mississippy
• mississsippi
• misisipi

Etymology of MISSISSIPPI

The word "Mississippi" has a rich Native American origin. It is derived from the Anishinaabe (Ojibwe) word "misi-ziibi", which means "Great River" or "Gathering of Waters". The term was used by the Ojibwe people and later adopted by European explorers and settlers to refer to the mighty river that runs through several states in the United States.

Similar spelling word for MISSISSIPPI

• mississippian.