How Do You Spell STAFFORDE?

Pronunciation: [stˈafɔːd] (IPA)

The word "Stafforde" is spelled with four syllables: STAF-ford-e. The first syllable "STAF" is pronounced with a short "a" sound, followed by "ford" with a long "o" sound, and ending with "e" pronounced as a schwa or unstressed vowel sound. The correct spelling of this word is typically "Stafford", without the final "e". It is a surname that originated in England and has been used as a place name for various locations throughout the United Kingdom.

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Common Misspellings for STAFFORDE

Etymology of STAFFORDE

The word "Stafforde" is derived from the Old English words "stān" meaning "stone" and "ford" meaning "ford" or "shallow crossing". Therefore, "Stafforde" translates to "ford by the stones". This name likely refers to a location near a shallow crossing in a river where stones were present. Over time, the spelling of the word evolved from "Stānford" to "Stafforde", eventually leading to the modern name "Stafford".

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Correct spelling for Stafforde
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