How Do You Spell RUFFIANISH?

Pronunciation: [ɹˈʌfi͡ənɪʃ] (IPA)

The word "ruffianish" is spelled with the phonetic transcription /rʌfɪənɪʃ/. The first syllable is pronounced with a short "u" sound followed by the "f" sound, and the second syllable has the "i" sound as in "pin," then "ən" as in "button," and "ɪʃ" as in "finish." This word describes someone who acts like a rough, violent person. While it may not be a commonly used word, its spelling is important for clarity in any written language.

RUFFIANISH Meaning and Definition

1. Having the qualities or manners of a ruffian.

   Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Common Misspellings for RUFFIANISH

• euffianish
• duffianish
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• tuffianish
• 5uffianish
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• ryffianish
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• riffianish
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• rudfianish
• rucfianish
• ruvfianish
• rugfianish
• rutfianish
• rurfianish
• rufdianish
• rufcianish

Etymology of RUFFIANISH

The word "ruffianish" is derived from the noun "ruffian".

The noun "ruffian" originated in the late 16th century and refers to a violent or lawless person, typically involved in criminal activities. It traces back to the French word "rufian", meaning a pimp or procurer. The French term, in turn, comes from the Spanish word "rufián", which referred to a pimp or a swaggering bully.

The "-ish" suffix added to "ruffian" forms the adjective "ruffianish", which means resembling or characteristic of a ruffian. It is used to describe a person, behavior, or appearance that exhibits qualities associated with a ruffian, such as violence, thuggishness, or criminal tendencies.