How Do You Spell DURSLEY?

Pronunciation: [dˈɜːslɪ] (IPA)

The spelling of the word "Dursley" may look simple, but its pronunciation can be tricky. It is pronounced as /ˈdɜːrzli/ in IPA phonetic transcription. The /r/ sound is emphasized, and the vowel sound is a short /ɜː/. The word may be spelled differently in other languages or regions, but in English, it is spelled as "Dursley". You might recognize this name if you are a fan of the Harry Potter series, as it is the surname of the Dursley family.

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DURSLEY Meaning and Definition

  1. Dursley is a proper noun that mainly refers to a town located in the county of Gloucestershire, in southwestern England. With a population of approximately 14,000 people, Dursley is situated approximately ten miles south-southwest of the city of Gloucester. This town lies at the foot of the Cotswold escarpment, creating a picturesque and scenic environment.

    In addition to its geographical connotation, Dursley is also famously known for being associated with the fictional world of Harry Potter. In J.K. Rowling's bestselling book series, Dursley is the surname of the antagonistic and unkind family who serve as the guardians of the main character, Harry Potter, during his childhood. The Dursleys, commonly referred to as the "Dursley family," consist of Vernon Dursley, his wife Petunia, and their son Dudley.

    Typically characterized as narrow-minded and intolerant, the term "Dursley" has come to symbolize a family or individual who is disdainful, cruel, and excessively aware of appearances. This depiction of the "Dursleys" in the Harry Potter books serves as a cautionary reminder of the importance of compassion, empathy, and inclusivity. As such, the term "Dursley" has evolved beyond its geographical origin to represent an archetype and metaphor for negative traits and behaviors.

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Etymology of DURSLEY

The word "Dursley" is of English origin and derives from the name of a place in Gloucestershire, England, called Dursley. The place name Dursley is believed to have Old English roots, with various theories about its meaning. One possibility is that it comes from the Old English word "dēor" meaning "deer", along with "lēah" meaning "wood" or "clearing", signifying a clearing or woodland frequented by deer. Another suggestion is that "Dursley" could derive from the personal name "Deor's" combined with "lēah", indicating a clearing or meadow owned by a person named Deor. Overall, the etymology of "Dursley" likely relates to the local landscape and possibly an individual or family associated with the area.

Similar spelling words for DURSLEY

  • Tarsalia,
  • Tarsel,
  • drowsily,
  • 1-[2-(2,4-dichlorophenyl)pentyl]-1,2,4-triazole,
  • Tarsale,
  • trussell,
  • tarsila,
  • Torsel,
  • 2-[3-(2-cyanopropan-2-yl)-5-(1,2,4-triazol-1-ylmethyl)phenyl]-2-methylpropanenitrile,
  • dorsally,
  • Drucella,
  • dorsal,
  • 2′,4′-dichloro-5′-(4-difluoromethyl-4,5-dihydro-3-methyl-5-oxo-1H-1,2,4-triazol-1-yl)methanesulfonanilide,
  • torricella,
  • trysil,
  • dressel,
  • tersely,
  • Drusella,
  • drizzlier,
  • teerasil,
  • 1-[[2-(2,4-dichlorophenyl)-4-propyl-1,3-dioxolan-2-yl]methyl]-1H-1,2,4-triazole,
  • Yg(g)drasil,
  • Tracilee,
  • 4-(4-chlorophenyl)-2-phenyl-2-(1,2,4-triazol-1-ylmethyl)butanenitrile,
  • triazole,
  • calcaneo-meta-tarsal,
  • Trysail,
  • trisul,
  • dressily,
  • door sill,
  • durecell,
  • bis(4-fluorophenyl)-methyl-(1,2,4-triazol-1-ylmethyl)silane,
  • Dorsel,
  • truslow,
  • Triosil,
  • Tresayle,
  • Drossel,
  • Drucilla,
  • 1-[[2-[2-chloro-4-(4-chlorophenoxy)phenyl]-4-methyl-1,3-dioxolan-2-yl]methyl]-1,2,4-triazole,
  • 3-(2,4-dichlorophenyl)-6-fluoro-2-(1,2,4-triazol-1-yl)quinazolin-4-one,
  • torrecilla,
  • torsiello,
  • torsalo,
  • Darcel,
  • toricelli,
  • driesell,
  • drizzly,
  • torcel,
  • tarseal,
  • Druscilla,
  • tarcel,
  • 5-[(4-chlorophenyl)methyl]-2,2-dimethyl-1-(1,2,4-triazol-1-ylmethyl)cyclopentan-1-ol,
  • Drusilla,
  • 1,2,3-triazole,
  • Mid-Tarsal,
  • 2-(2,4-dichlorophenyl)-1-(1,2,4-triazol-1-yl)hexan-2-ol,
  • 8-chloro-6-(2-chlorophenyl)-1-methyl-4H-[1,2,4]triazolo[4,3-a][1,4]benzodiazepine,
  • Terezilya,
  • duracell,
  • Drewsila,
  • Tressel,
  • Darcell,
  • drizzle,
  • Terzuolo,
  • Medio-Tarsal,
  • TRSLE,
  • dorsal-ventral,
  • tarsal,
  • TARSLL,
  • mid-dorsal,
  • torricelli,
  • dresel,
  • TRESAEL,
  • 3,3-dimethyl-1-(4-phenylphenoxy)-1-(1,2,4-triazol-1-yl)butan-2-ol,
  • tiercel,
  • trucial,
  • 8-chloro-1-methyl-6-phenyl-4H-[1,2,4]triazolo[4,3-a][1,4]benzodiazepine,
  • druisilla,
  • Drazel,
  • Darcelle,
  • tricel,
  • triscele,
  • N-(2,6-difluorophenyl)-8-fluoro-5-methoxy-[1,2,4]triazolo[1,5-c]pyrimidine-2-sulfonamide,
  • Torsal,
  • tresillo,
  • tyrosol,
  • (RS)-2-[2-(1-chlorocyclopropyl)-3-(2-chlorophenyl)-2-hydroxypropyl]-2,4-dihydro-1,2,4-triazole-3-thione,
  • 1-(2,4-dichlorophenyl)-4,4-dimethyl-2-(1,2,4-triazol-1-yl)pentan-3-ol,
  • drizl,
  • tercile,
  • tyrosal,
  • (5E)-5-[(4-chlorophenyl)methylidene]-2,2-dimethyl-1-(1,2,4-triazol-1-ylmethyl)cyclopentan-1-ol,
  • Storm-trysail,
  • Druesilla,
  • torcello,
  • Dorsale,
  • (E)-1-(2,4-dichlorophenyl)-4,4-dimethyl-2-(1,2,4-triazol-1-yl)pent-1-en-3-ol,
  • Tibio-tarsal,
  • Drusila,
  • doorsill,
  • trisula,
  • tercel,
  • 1-[[4-bromo-2-(2,4-dichlorophenyl)oxolan-2-yl]methyl]-1,2,4-triazole,
  • DREZL.

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