How Do You Spell NIGGARDS?
Pronunciation: [nˈɪɡədz] (IPA) 
The word "niggards" has often been the subject of controversy due to its similarity in sound to a highly offensive racial slur. Nonetheless, the word has a legitimate origin and meaning: it comes from the Old Norse word "hnøggr" which means "stingy" or "miserly". The spelling of "niggards" is pronounced /ˈnɪɡ.ərdz/ and does not contain any racial pejoratives. While it may still cause some offense, it is a valid word that should be used with caution and sensitivity to its potential connotations.
