Aitches

/ˈeɪtʃɪz/ noun

Definition

Plural of aitch; multiple instances of the letter H or its name.

Etymology

From 'aitch' + standard English plural suffix -es. A straightforward pluralization of the letter name.

Kelly Says

English speakers have a weird relationship with aitches—some proudly pronounce the H in 'hotel' and 'historic,' while others drop it entirely, and whether you say your aitches correctly was once considered a serious class marker in British society.

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