-sies
English
Alternative forms
Etymology
From -s (plural marker) + -y (diminutive suffix) + -s (plural marker).
Pronunciation
- IPA(key): /ziz/, /siz/
Suffix
-sies
- A diminutive suffix used to add an element of childishness, informality, affectionateness, or levity to a word.
Derived terms
English terms suffixed with -sies
- downsies
- upsies