How Do You Spell REUBEN?

Pronunciation: [rjˈuːbən] (IPA)

The word "reuben" is spelled with a combination of phonemes from the English language. It is pronounced as /ˈruːbən/ with the stress on the first syllable. The first sound of the word is "r" which is voiced alveolar approximate, followed by a long "u" sound, denoted by /uː/ in IPA, that is produced by rounding the lips while the tongue is placed at the back of the mouth. The word then continues with a "b" sound, which is a voiced bilabial plosive and finishes with an unvoiced "n" sound, which is an alveolar nasal.

REUBEN Meaning and Definition

1. The term "Reuben" refers to various distinctive entities, each with its own specific meaning and context. Firstly, Reuben can be a male given name of Hebrew origin, derived from the biblical figure Reuben, the firstborn son of Jacob and Leah. It has been a popular name throughout history and continues to be used today in various cultures.

   Secondly, "Reuben" can also refer to a popular and iconic sandwich known as the Reuben sandwich. This culinary delight typically consists of corned beef, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, and Russian dressing, all layered between two slices of rye bread. It is commonly grilled or toasted, enhancing the flavors and melting the cheese. The Reuben sandwich originated in the United States and has become a classic menu item in many delis and restaurants around the world.

   Lastly, the term "Reuben" may also be used as a surname, indicating a family name or lineage. It could refer to an individual or a group of individuals with the surname Reuben, tracing their ancestry or identity to a shared heritage.

   In summary, "Reuben" can be a given name referencing a biblical figure or a sandwich, which is a popular culinary creation. It could also denote a surname relating to a particular familial lineage or heritage.

Top Common Misspellings for REUBEN *

• rueben 85.7142857%
• rubuen 7.1428571%
• ruben 3.5714285%

* 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 REUBEN

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• rausen
• reeen
• Reueh
• rhubena
• Reubyn
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• veuen
• Raugen
• RETBEE
• Beupen
• Sezben
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• douben
• Roubeno
• Reutee

Etymology of REUBEN

The word "Reuben" has Hebrew origins and is derived from the name of one of the ancient Israelite tribes, as mentioned in the Hebrew Bible (Old Testament). In Hebrew, the name is "Reuven" (רְאוּבֵן), which means "behold, a son" or "see, a son". The name Reuben was given to the firstborn son of the biblical patriarch Jacob and his wife Leah, as recorded in the Book of Genesis. Over time, the name Reuben has been used as a given name for males and has also been used as a surname.

Similar spelling words for REUBEN

• revenue,
• reopen,
• Ruben,
• Rehbein.

Plural form of REUBEN is REUBENS