How Do You Spell LAMKIN?

Pronunciation: [lˈamkɪn] (IPA)

The word "Lamkin" is a surname that originated in Scotland. It is pronounced /ˈlæmkɪn/ with the first syllable pronounced as "lam" and the second syllable pronounced as "kin". The "a" in the first syllable sounds like "ah" and is followed by a soft "m" sound. The "k" in the second syllable sounds like "k" and is followed by a short "i" sound. This phonetic transcription helps to provide the correct pronunciation of the word "Lamkin" which can be used in various contexts such as in genealogy and family history research.

Etymology of LAMKIN

The word lamkin is derived from the Middle English term lambekin, which itself is a diminutive form of the word lamb. The Middle English term lambekin referred to a small lamb, and over time, it evolved into lamkin.

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