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Finchley

FIHNCH-lee

Finchley (name) means a suburban area in north London, England. Example: “She grew up in Finchley before moving into the city.”

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A suburban area in north London, England.
"She grew up in Finchley before moving into the city."
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Etymology

Probably from Old English finċ (“finch”) + lēah (“woodland”), equivalent to finch + -ley (“lea”). Doublet of Finkley.

Origin: Old English

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Finchley” mean?

The word “Finchley” means a suburban area in north London, England.

How do you pronounce “Finchley”?

“Finchley” is pronounced FIHNCH-lee (/ˈfɪnt͡ʃli/ in IPA).

How do you use “Finchley” in a sentence?

Here is “Finchley” used in a sentence: “She grew up in Finchley before moving into the city.”

What part of speech is “Finchley”?

“Finchley” is a name.

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