How Do You Spell GYPSINE?

Pronunciation: [d͡ʒˈɪpsa͡ɪn] (IPA)

The word "Gypsine" is spelled with a "y" instead of an "i" due to its origin from the word "Gypsy." The "y" spelling is often used to differentiate the word from the offensive term "g*psy" that can be seen as a racial slur. "Gypsine" is pronounced as /ˈdʒɪpsaɪn/, with the "g" being silent and the stress falling on the second syllable. This word is commonly used to describe a fabric made of silk or synthetic materials, often adorned with metallic threads or beads.