How Do You Spell SOJOURNER?

Pronunciation: [sˈə͡ʊd͡ʒɜːnə] (IPA)

"Sojourner" is spelled phonetically as /ˈsɒdʒərnər/. This word refers to a person who resides temporarily in a place that is not their usual environment. The spelling of "sojourner" can be broken down into its phonetic components: the "s" sounds like "suh," the "o" sounds like "ah," the "j" sounds like "juh," the "e" sounds like "ur," the "r" is pronounced with a slight roll, and the "n" and "er" sounds are pronounced together as "nuhr."

SOJOURNER Meaning and Definition

1. Sojourner is a noun that refers to a person who resides temporarily in a particular place without forming an established or permanent residence. The term originates from the Old French word "sojorner" which means "to stay in one place for a time." A sojourner is someone who is essentially a temporary resident, staying in a specific location for a period of time, but without intentions of settling down permanently.

   Sojourners often engage in their temporary stay for various reasons, such as work, study, exploration, or personal circumstances. They may stay in a place for weeks, months, or even years, depending on the purpose or length of their intended stay. Unlike a tourist who spends a brief period in a location for leisure or recreational purposes, sojourners typically have deeper engagements with the culture, society, and community they are temporarily residing in.

   This term has been traditionally used to describe individuals who travel to foreign lands or move to a new country temporarily, and is often associated with visitors, wanderers, and temporary workers. In a broader sense, it can also encompass individuals who undertake temporary residence within their own country or hometown, but without establishing a permanent base. Sojourners are characterized by their transient nature and their ability to adapt to new environments while maintaining a sense of impermanence.

2. One who sojourns or dwells in a place for a time; a temporary resident.

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

Top Common Misspellings for SOJOURNER *

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Other Common Misspellings for SOJOURNER

• soujourner
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Etymology of SOJOURNER

The word "sojourner" comes from the Old French term "sojourner", which means "to dwell or reside temporarily". It is derived from the Latin word "subdiurnare", which means "to stay or reside for a day". The Latin word is a combination of "sub", meaning "under", and "diurnus", meaning "daily". Over time, "sojourner" has come to refer to someone who resides or stays temporarily in a place, often implying that they are not a permanent resident.

Similar spelling word for SOJOURNER

• sojourn.

Plural form of SOJOURNER is SOJOURNERS