How Do You Spell YELLOWISH?

Pronunciation: [jˈɛlə͡ʊɪʃ] (IPA)

Yellowish (jel-o-ish) is a term used to describe a shade of yellow that is slightly tinged with another color. The word consists of two syllables, the first being represented by the IPA symbol "j" /j/ and pronounced with the tongue touching the alveolar ridge, like the "y" sound in "yes". The second syllable is represented by the symbols "el" /e/ and "o" /o/ and pronounced with a short "e" sound and a long "o" sound respectively. The final syllable is represented by the symbol "ish" /ɪʃ/ and pronounced with a sh-like sound.

YELLOWISH Meaning and Definition

1. Yellowish is an adjective that describes something having a slight or subtle tint of yellow color. It refers to a shade that is somewhat yellow, but not a bright or vibrant hue. The word is derived from the base color yellow and the suffix "-ish," which is commonly used to indicate a slight degree or resemblance.

   When an object or substance is described as yellowish, it means that it has a perceptible amount of yellow pigment, but it may also contain hints of other colors. It often suggests a paler or diluted version of yellow, appearing somewhat faded or muted. Yellowish can be used to describe a wide range of things, from physical objects like fabrics, paints, or liquids to natural phenomena like sunlight, plants, or animal coloring. It is also frequently used to describe skin tones or skin discoloration, indicating a yellow undertone in these cases.

   The term yellowish can also extend beyond the realm of visual appearance and be applied metaphorically. For instance, it can be used to describe the tone or quality of speech or writing. A yellowish tone in language might indicate a subtle hint of caution, doubt, or unease, akin to a yellow light signaling caution on a traffic signal.

   Overall, yellowish characterizes a mild yellow hue that possesses a gentle, faint, or diluted quality, providing a nuanced description of the color's presence in various contexts.

2. Somewhat yellow.

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

Top Common Misspellings for YELLOWISH *

• yelloeish 60%

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Other Common Misspellings for YELLOWISH

• yelowish
• yellowis
• tellowish
• gellowish
• hellowish
• uellowish
• 7ellowish
• 6ellowish
• ywllowish
• ysllowish
• ydllowish
• yrllowish
• y4llowish
• y3llowish
• yeklowish
• yeplowish
• Sillowish
• yallawish
• yelowsh

Etymology of YELLOWISH

The word "yellowish" is formed by combining the base word "yellow" with the suffix "-ish".

The word "yellow" can be traced back to the Old English word "geolu", which had the same meaning. "Geolu" can be further traced back to the Proto-Germanic word "gelwaz" and the Proto-Indo-European root word "ghel", meaning "to shine" or "gleam".

The suffix "-ish" is derived from the Old English "-isc", which signifies similarity or tendency. It can be traced back to the Proto-Germanic suffix "-iskaz", which has a similar function.

Similar spelling words for YELLOWISH

• yellow oak,
• Yellock,
• yellow sea.