How Do You Spell VERRAZANO?

Pronunciation: [vˌɛɹɐzˈɑːnə͡ʊ] (IPA)

The spelling of the word "Verrazano" can be tricky to remember because of its unique combination of letters. The IPA phonetic transcription for this word is /veɹəzɑnoʊ/. It starts with the consonant cluster "vər" which is followed by a short "a" sound, then the letter "z" and another short "a" sound. The last syllable ends with the letters "noʊ" which represent a longer "o" sound followed by a silent "w". Despite its challenging spelling, "Verrazano" is a well-known name, particularly in connection to the famous bridge in New York City.

Common Misspellings for VERRAZANO

• cerrazano
• berrazano
• gerrazano
• ferrazano
• vwrrazano
• vsrrazano
• vdrrazano
• vrrrazano
• v4rrazano
• v3rrazano
• veerazano
• vedrazano
• vefrazano
• vetrazano
• ve5razano
• ve4razano
• vereazano
• verdazano
• verfazano

Etymology of VERRAZANO

The word "Verrazano" is derived from the Italian explorer Giovanni da Verrazzano, also known as Jean-François de La Rocque de Roberval. Giovanni da Verrazzano was the first European explorer to cross the Atlantic and reach what is now New York Harbor in 1524. The name Verrazzano has been widely used to honor and commemorate his exploration and discovery. It is often associated with the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge, which spans the entrance to New York Harbor connecting Staten Island and Brooklyn.

Similar spelling words for VERRAZANO

• versant,
• verrazzano.