How Do You Spell WEARY?

Pronunciation: [wˈi͡əɹi] (IPA)

The word "weary" has an interesting spelling that can be explained using IPA phonetic transcription. The initial "w" sound is followed by the "ee" vowel sound represented by /i/ in IPA. Then, the "ar" sound that is actually a diphthong /eə/ is spelled with the letters "ea". The final consonant sound is /r/ that is pronounced with a slight roll in some dialects. Thus, the spelling of "weary" is not as simple as it may seem phonetically.

WEARY Meaning and Definition

  1. Weary is an adjective that refers to the feeling of being exhausted, tired, or fatigued both physically and mentally. It is often used to describe a state of weariness after prolonged physical or mental effort. When someone is weary, they often lack energy or enthusiasm and may feel drained or weakened. This state of weariness can result from activities requiring great exertion, lengthy periods of work, or stressful situations.

    Weary can also depict a feeling of discontent or dissatisfaction, especially when prolonged or repetitive activities cause feelings of boredom or dullness. It is associated with being fed up or discouraged due to repeated experiences or monotonous activities.

    Furthermore, weary can describe something that has been used or experienced for a long time and has become shabby, worn-out, or dilapidated. In this sense, it reflects the outcome of continuous use or age, suggesting that an object or place is no longer in its prime condition.

    Overall, weary conveys a sense of tiredness, exhaustion, monotony, or discontent. Whether referring to a person, their emotions, or objects, it denotes a state of being worn out, physically or mentally, due to effort, repetition, or prolonged use.

  2. • Having the strength exhausted by toil or long-continued exertion; exhausted by mental efforts; feeling desirous to discontinue.
    • To reduce or exhaust by physical or mental exertion; to fatigue; to harass; to render impatient of continuance.

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

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Etymology of WEARY

The word "weary" originated in Old English as "wērig" or "w̄erig" meaning "tired, exhausted, worn out, or fatigued". The exact origin of this word is not fully known, but it is thought to be derived from the Proto-Germanic word "wairgaz", which had a similar meaning of "tired" or "sorrowful". Over time, the spelling and pronunciation of the word evolved, eventually settling into its current form. The sense of weariness or exhaustion captured by the word remains consistent throughout its history.

Idioms with the word WEARY

  • There is no rest for the weary The idiom "There is no rest for the weary" means that even tired or burdened individuals have no opportunity for relaxation or a break from their responsibilities. It implies that even when one is exhausted, they must continue working or fulfilling their duties without getting any respite.
  • weary of sm or sth The idiom "weary of someone or something" means to become tired, bored, or disinterested in someone or something due to repeated exposure or experiences. It implies a feeling of exhaustion or lack of enthusiasm towards the person or thing in question.
  • weary sm with sth To "weary someone with something" means to make someone feel tired, bored, or annoyed by repeatedly discussing or involving them in a particular matter. It signifies the act of overwhelming or burdening someone with a specific topic, issue, or task to the point of exhaustion or annoyance.

Similar spelling words for WEARY

Conjugate verb Weary

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have wearied
you would have wearied
he/she/it would have wearied
we would have wearied
they would have wearied
I would have weary
you would have weary
he/she/it would have weary
we would have weary
they would have weary

CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

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

CONDITIONAL PRESENT

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

CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

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

FUTURE

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

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

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

FUTURE PERFECT

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

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

IMPERATIVE

you weary
we let´s weary

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to weary

PAST CONTINUOUS

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

PAST PARTICIPLE

wearied

PAST PERFECT

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

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT

I weary
you weary
he/she/it wearies
we weary
they weary

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

wearying

PRESENT PERFECT

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

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it weary

SIMPLE PAST

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

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