How Do You Spell STULP?

Pronunciation: [stˈʌlp] (IPA)

The word "Stulp" is a German term that refers to a door frame or jamb. It is pronounced as /ʃtʊlp/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet, with the "s" and "t" sounds coming together to make the "sh" sound, followed by the "oo" sound (as in "book"), the "l" sound, and the "p" sound. The spelling is derived from the Low German dialect spoken in Northern Germany, where the word originally comes from. The spelling might seem unusual to English speakers, but it is a common word in German.

Common Misspellings for STULP

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Etymology of STULP

The etymology of the word "Stulp" can be traced back to the Old High German word "stulpi" or "stolpi", which means "a post" or "a pillar". This term eventually evolved into Middle High German as "stulp", referring to the upright parts of a frame or door. Over time, the meaning of "Stulp" expanded to encompass the entire doorframe, including the sides, lintel, and sill. Today, the term "Stulp" is commonly used in German to describe the frame or casing of a door or window.