hypocorism

Phonetic Respelling: [ hahy-pok-uh-riz-uhm, hi- ]

Definition:

n. a name of endearment; especially one using a diminutive suffix

Sentence:

Billy' is a hypocorism for William'.

More example sentences:

Billy' is a hypocorism for William'.

Hear it

Synonyms:

pet name; name of endearment; affectionate name

Antonyms:

nameless

How many syllables in hypocorism?

4 syllables Play Syllables Game

Divide hypocorism into syllables:

hy-poc-o-rism

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