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Butterworth

BUH-tuh-wurth

Butterworth (name) means an English surname, and a city in Penang, Malaysia named after a colonial governor. Example: “They flew into Butterworth before crossing to Penang island.”

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An English surname, and a city in Penang, Malaysia named after a colonial governor.

"They flew into Butterworth before crossing to Penang island."

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Etymology

From Old English butere ("butter") + worþ ("enclosure"); the Malaysian city is named after William John Butterworth.

Origin: Old English

Frequently asked questions

What does “Butterworth” mean?

The word “Butterworth” means an English surname, and a city in Penang, Malaysia named after a colonial governor.

How do you pronounce “Butterworth”?

“Butterworth” is pronounced BUH-tuh-wurth (/ˈbʌtə(ɹ)ˌwɜː(ɹ)θ/ in IPA).

How do you use “Butterworth” in a sentence?

Here is “Butterworth” used in a sentence: “They flew into Butterworth before crossing to Penang island.”

What part of speech is “Butterworth”?

“Butterworth” is a name.

Where does the word “Butterworth” come from?

The word “Butterworth” comes from Old English. From Old English butere ("butter") + worþ ("enclosure"); the Malaysian city is named after William John Butterworth.