How Do You Spell SWEARINGEN?

Pronunciation: [swˈe͡əɹɪnd͡ʒən] (IPA)

The spelling of the word "swearingen" is somewhat irregular. It is pronounced /ˈswɛrɪŋən/, with the emphasis on the second syllable. The first syllable is spelled "swear," which is easy enough to pronounce, but the suffix "-ingen" is less common. This suffix is pronounced /ɪŋən/ and often appears in surnames of Germanic origin. While the spelling may be somewhat confusing, the pronunciation is straightforward, and knowing the IPA phonetic transcription can help with proper enunciation.

Etymology of SWEARINGEN

The word "Swearingen" is a surname of Dutch origin. It is derived from the Dutch personal name "Swaere", which means "heavy" or "strong", combined with the suffix "-ing", indicating descent or belonging. The name "Swearingen" originated as a patronymic surname, denoting "son of Swaere". Over time, it underwent various spellings and Anglicizations, resulting in its current form.

Similar spelling words for SWEARINGEN

• Swearngin,
• shearing,
• swearengin,
• swearing,
• Swearinger.