How Do You Spell CANE?

Pronunciation: [kˈe͡ɪn] (IPA)

The word "cane" is spelled with a "c" followed by an "a", then an "n", and ending with an "e". In IPA phonetic transcription, the word "cane" is represented as /keɪn/. The letter "c" in "cane" is pronounced as a "k" sound, while the letter "a" is pronounced as the diphthong "ay". The letter "n" is pronounced as an "n" sound, and the final letter "e" is silent. This pronunciation can vary depending on accent and dialect.

CANE Meaning and Definition

  1. Cane is a noun that refers to a tall, slender, and typically hollow plant stem, especially of a species of bamboo, sugarcane, or rattan. It can also refer to a walking stick or a short, sturdy stick made from materials such as wood or metal and used for support while walking.

    In terms of a plant stem, cane often describes the long, thin, and flexible stem of a bamboo plant. This stem is characterized by its strength and resilience, making it useful in various applications, including furniture making, construction, and crafts. Additionally, cane can refer to the strong and fibrous stem of the sugarcane plant, which is primarily cultivated for its juice, which is processed into sugar.

    When referring to a walking stick, cane implies a supportive tool used by individuals for assistance while walking, especially by those who have difficulty with mobility or balance. These canes can be made from different materials, such as wood or metal, and often include a handle or grip for comfort and stability.

    Furthermore, the term "cane" can also have specific connotations in different contexts. For example, in the realm of visual impairment, a white cane is a long, white stick that serves as a mobility aid for individuals with low vision or blindness. In this context, the cane is not primarily a support for walking but rather a tool to detect obstacles and ensure safe navigation.

  2. • A long, strong reed; a walking-stick.
    • To beat or flog with a cane.

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

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Etymology of CANE

The word "cane" has a complex etymology with multiple origins.

One origin traces back to the Latin word "canna", which referred to a reed or cane plant. From Latin, it passed into Old English as "canu" or "cane", still denoting a slender, hollow, or flexible stalk of a plant.

Another possible origin is from the Greek word "kanna", which also referred to a reed. The Greek term was borrowed into Medieval Latin as "canna", and then into Old French as "cane".

The Old French word "cane" entered English during the 14th century, referring to a stick or rod made from the cane plant. Over time, the term evolved to describe a long, slender walking stick, especially one used for support or decoration.

Additionally, "cane" can also have a distinct etymology when used to refer to the sugar cane plant.

Idioms with the word CANE

  • cane To "cane" means to beat or punish severely with a cane or stick.

Similar spelling words for CANE

Plural form of CANE is CANES

Conjugate verb Cane

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have caned
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I would have cane
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CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

I would have been caning
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CONDITIONAL PRESENT

I would cane
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CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

I would be caning
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FUTURE

I will cane
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FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be caning
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FUTURE PERFECT

I will have caned
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FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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IMPERATIVE

you cane
we let´s cane

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to cane

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was caning
you were caning
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we were caning
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PAST PARTICIPLE

caned

PAST PERFECT

I had caned
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PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been caning
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PRESENT

I cane
you cane
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PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am caning
you are caning
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PRESENT PARTICIPLE

caning

PRESENT PERFECT

I have caned
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PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been caning
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PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it cane

SIMPLE PAST

I caned
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