How Do You Spell ARM-WRESTLE?

Pronunciation: [ˈɑːmɹˈɛsə͡l] (IPA)

The correct spelling for the physical game of arm-wrestling is "arm-wrestle." The phonetic transcription for this word is /ɑːm ˈrɛsəl/. The first syllable "arm" is pronounced with a long "a" sound as in "car" and a silent "r." The second syllable "wrestle" is pronounced with a short "e" sound as in "pet" and a stressed "s" sound. Arm-wrestling is a test of strength between two people where the objective is to force one's opponent's arm down onto a flat surface.

ARM-WRESTLE Meaning and Definition

  1. Arm-wrestle, often written as arm wrestle, is a verb that refers to a physical contest or game of strength between two people, typically using their arms. In this competitive activity, the participants sit face to face, each placing one elbow on a flat surface such as a table or armrest, while interlocking their hands or gripping each other's hand. The objective is to overpower the opponent and force their hand or wrist to touch the table or mat, signifying victory.

    Arm-wrestling requires a combination of strength, technique, and strategy. The participants exert their upper body muscles, particularly those in the arms, to push and pull against each other, aiming to overpower their opponent's resistance. Skilled arm-wrestlers often employ a variety of techniques, such as utilizing leverage, wrist control, or utilizing their body weight to gain an advantage.

    Originating as a way to settle disputes or display physical prowess, arm-wrestling has evolved into a popular sport and recreational activity worldwide. It can be enjoyed both casually among friends as an entertaining game, or pursued competitively in organized events and tournaments. Arm-wrestling is often seen as a test of strength and endurance, where participants strive to demonstrate their physical power and dominance. It is not uncommon to see arm-wrestling portrayed in popular culture, such as movies or television shows, depicting it as a symbol of masculinity, power, and determination.

Etymology of ARM-WRESTLE

The word "arm-wrestle" is a compound word formed by combining "arm" and "wrestle".

The term "arm" can be traced back to the Old English word "earm", which originally meant "forearm" or "limb". It is believed to have origins in the Proto-Germanic word "armaz" and the Proto-Indo-European root "ar-", meaning "to fit together, to join".

"Wrestle" comes from the Old English word "wrǣstan", which meant "to wrestle" or "to struggle". It is derived from the Proto-Germanic word "wraistijanan", meaning "to twist" or "to turn".

Combining these two words, "arm-wrestle" essentially means to engage in a contest of strength or struggle by clasping hands and using primarily the arms to overpower or pin down the opponent.

Conjugate verb Arm-wrestle

CONDITIONAL

I would arm-wrestle
you would arm-wrestle
he/she/it would arm-wrestle
we would arm-wrestle
they would arm-wrestle

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

I would be arm-wrestling
you would be arm-wrestling
he/she/it would be arm-wrestling
we would be arm-wrestling
they would be arm-wrestling

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have arm-wrestle
you would have arm-wrestle
he/she/it would have arm-wrestle
we would have arm-wrestle
they would have arm-wrestle

CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I would have been arm-wrestling
you would have been arm-wrestling
he/she/it would have been arm-wrestling
we would have been arm-wrestling
they would have been arm-wrestling

FUTURE

I will arm-wrestle
you will arm-wrestle
he/she/it will arm-wrestle
we will arm-wrestle
they will arm-wrestle

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be arm-wrestling
you will be arm-wrestling
he/she/it will be arm-wrestling
we will be arm-wrestling
they will be arm-wrestling

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have arm-wrestled
you will have arm-wrestled
he/she/it will have arm-wrestled
we will have arm-wrestled
they will have arm-wrestled

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been arm-wrestling
you will have been arm-wrestling
he/she/it will have been arm-wrestling
we will have been arm-wrestling
they will have been arm-wrestling

IMPERATIVE

you arm-wrestle
we let´s arm-wrestle

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to arm-wrestle

PAST

I arm-wrestled
you arm-wrestled
he/she/it arm-wrestled
we arm-wrestled
they arm-wrestled

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was arm-wrestling
you were arm-wrestling
he/she/it was arm-wrestling
we were arm-wrestling
they were arm-wrestling

PAST PARTICIPLE

arm-wrestled

PAST PERFECT

I had arm-wrestled
you had arm-wrestled
he/she/it had arm-wrestled
we had arm-wrestled
they had arm-wrestled

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been arm-wrestling
you had been arm-wrestling
he/she/it had been arm-wrestling
we had been arm-wrestling
they had been arm-wrestling

PRESENT

I arm-wrestle
you arm-wrestle
he/she/it arm-wrestles
we arm-wrestle
they arm-wrestle

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am arm-wrestling
you are arm-wrestling
he/she/it is arm-wrestling
we are arm-wrestling
they are arm-wrestling

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

arm-wrestling

PRESENT PERFECT

I have arm-wrestled
you have arm-wrestled
he/she/it has arm-wrestled
we have arm-wrestled
they have arm-wrestled

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been arm-wrestling
you have been arm-wrestling
he/she/it has been arm-wrestling
we have been arm-wrestling
they have been arm-wrestling
I would have arm-wrestled
we would have arm-wrestled
you would have arm-wrestled
he/she/it would have arm-wrestled
they would have arm-wrestled