How Do You Spell OUTTEN?

Pronunciation: [a͡ʊttˈɛn] (IPA)

The word "outten" is a regional variant of "outta," meaning "out of." It is commonly used in African American Vernacular English. The spelling "outten" represents the pronunciation of the word with a distinct "t" sound at the end, as opposed to the standard "a" ending. In IPA phonetic transcription, "outten" is represented as [aʊt tən]. While this spelling may not be recognized as a standard spelling, it reflects the unique pronunciation found in certain dialects.

Etymology of OUTTEN

The word "outten" is likely derived from the phrase "out of here" or "out of there". It is often used colloquially in certain regions, particularly in African American Vernacular English (AAVE) and certain urban/suburban communities. The term is essentially a contraction or slang version of saying "I'm out" or "I'm outta here", indicating that someone is leaving or departing from a place. The exact origin and etymology of "outten" is difficult to trace, as it is primarily used in spoken language and may have emerged through cultural and regional influences.

Similar spelling words for OUTTEN

• outdone,
• out in,
• otten,
• outen.