How Do You Spell ALLOT?

Pronunciation: [ɐlˈɒt] (IPA)

The word "allot" is spelled with a double "l" and a single "t". It is pronounced /əˈlɒt/ in IPA phonetic transcription. The first syllable is pronounced with a schwa sound, followed by a clear "l" sound. The second syllable is pronounced with an open "o" sound and ends with a voiceless "t" sound. The spelling of "allot" follows the common English spelling rule that doubles the final consonant when adding a suffix, as in "allotted".

ALLOT Meaning and Definition

  1. Allot is a verb that refers to the act of distributing or apportioning something, usually resources, duties, tasks, or time, among individuals or groups. It involves dividing or allocating a specific quantity or set of items to different recipients or purposes.

    When one allot something, they divide it fairly and equitably, ensuring that each recipient receives their rightful share. The process of allotment can involve various considerations such as efficiency, need, merit, or preference.

    The term often applies to tangible or quantifiable items, like land, money, or materials, which are divided among individuals or organizations for specific purposes. For example, a government may allot funds to different departments for various projects. Similarly, a teacher may allot specific time for different subjects during a class period.

    Furthermore, to allot can also refer to the act of assigning or designating something to a particular individual or group. This could include assigning a task or responsibility to a person within an organization or designating a specific area to an individual for their exclusive use.

    Overall, allotment involves the act of dividing or distributing something among different recipients or purposes, ensuring fairness, balance, and appropriateness in the allocation process.

  2. To assign to; to divide and parcel out; to apportion.

    Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

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Etymology of ALLOT

The word allot originates from the Old English word allotian which means to divide or distribute by lot. The term derives from the Old English noun lot meaning anything used to determine chances. It has its roots in the Old High German word slots and the Old English word clots which both mean lot. The term can be traced back further to the Proto-Germanic word slotsaz, meaning lot or piece.

Idioms with the word ALLOT

  • allot sth to sm or sth The idiom "allot something to someone or something" means to distribute, allocate, or assign a specific amount or portion of something to a particular person or thing. It refers to the division or sharing of resources, responsibilities, tasks, or time among different individuals or entities.
  • allot (something) to The idiom "allot (something) to" means to distribute, allocate, or assign something, such as tasks, responsibilities, or resources, to a particular person or group. It refers to the act of designating or apportioning something for a specific purpose or recipient.
  • allot something to someone or something The idiom "allot something to someone or something" means to distribute or allocate something, such as time, resources, or tasks, to a specific person or thing. It refers to assigning a particular share or portion of something to someone or something for a specific purpose or use.

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Conjugate verb Allot

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have allotted
you would have allotted
he/she/it would have allotted
we would have allotted
they would have allotted
I would have allot
you would have allot
he/she/it would have allot
we would have allot
they would have allot

CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

I would have been allotting
you would have been allotting
he/she/it would have been allotting
we would have been allotting
they would have been allotting

CONDITIONAL PRESENT

I would allot
you would allot
he/she/it would allot
we would allot
they would allot

CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

I would be allotting
you would be allotting
he/she/it would be allotting
we would be allotting
they would be allotting

FUTURE

I will allot
you will allot
he/she/it will allot
we will allot
they will allot

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be allotting
you will be allotting
he/she/it will be allotting
we will be allotting
they will be allotting

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have allotted
you will have allotted
he/she/it will have allotted
we will have allotted
they will have allotted

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been allotting
you will have been allotting
he/she/it will have been allotting
we will have been allotting
they will have been allotting

IMPERATIVE

you allot
we let´s allot

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to allot

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was allotting
you were allotting
he/she/it was allotting
we were allotting
they were allotting

PAST PARTICIPLE

allotted

PAST PERFECT

I had allotted
you had allotted
he/she/it had allotted
we had allotted
they had allotted

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been allotting
you had been allotting
he/she/it had been allotting
we had been allotting
they had been allotting

PRESENT

I allot
you allot
he/she/it allots
we allot
they allot

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am allotting
you are allotting
he/she/it is allotting
we are allotting
they are allotting

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

allotting

PRESENT PERFECT

I have allotted
you have allotted
he/she/it has allotted
we have allotted
they have allotted

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been allotting
you have been allotting
he/she/it has been allotting
we have been allotting
they have been allotting

PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it allot

SIMPLE PAST

I allotted
you allotted
he/she/it allotted
we allotted
they allotted

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