The word "tittles" refers to small marks used in writing, such as the dot above the letter "i". Despite its seemingly offensive connotation, it is a legitimate word used in English language. Its spelling stems from the Old English word "titel", which means "small mark". In IPA phonetic transcription, the pronunciation of "tittles" is /ˈtɪt(ə)lz/, with the stress on the first syllable. The phonetic transcription hints at the close relationship between "tittles" and other similar-sounding words.
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The word "tittles" derives from the Latin term "titulus", meaning a title or inscription. In biblical usage, "tittles" specifically refers to small dots or marks used in the Hebrew script to distinguish individual letters or to indicate vowel sounds. This use of "tittles" can be found in the New Testament of the Bible, particularly in the Gospel of Matthew (5:18), where it states, "For verily I say unto you, Till heaven and earth pass, one jot or one tittle shall in no wise pass from the law, till all be fulfilled". Over time, "tittle" has come to refer more broadly to a small or insignificant detail.