Bertie is the nickname of Framton Nuttel, the main character in Saki's short story "The Open Window." He is visiting the Sappletons and is the focus of a practical joke played by Vera, the niece of the household.
Yes, the "i" in the word "window" has a short "i" sound.
Yes, the "i" in "window" is a short vowel sound.
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Bob is typically short for the name Robert. It is originally a Germanic given name. Other variations of the name Robert include Bobby, Bertie and Robby.
Well, honey, it's as simple as this: the word "window" has a short vowel sound. Just think of it like ripping off a band-aid - quick and to the point. So, there you have it, short and sweet.
Nicknames include Al, Bert, and Bertie (the nickname for George VI of Great Britain, whose real first name was Albert).
Yes, it sounds like the i in with.
A short pass.
A short curtain above a window is called a valance. It is a decorative fabric treatment that is typically used to conceal curtain rods or hardware and add a finishing touch to the window decor.
Its Framton Nuttel
A short cut
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