How Do You Spell ENDEAVOUR?

Pronunciation: [ɛndˈɛvə] (IPA)

The word "endeavour" is commonly spelled with a "u" in British English, whereas in American English it is spelled as "endeavor" without the "u". The IPA phonetic transcription for this word is /ɪnˈdɛvə/ in British English and /ɛnˈdɛvər/ in American English. The word is derived from the French word "endevoir" which means "to make an effort". Although the spelling differs, both versions have the same meaning and can be used interchangeably depending on regional English.

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ENDEAVOUR Meaning and Definition

  1. Endeavour, commonly spelled as "endeavor" in American English, is a noun or a verb that refers to a concerted and purposeful effort or undertaking to achieve a specific goal or objective. It demonstrates a deep commitment, determination, and dedication to accomplishing a task or pursuing an aim.

    As a noun, an endeavour is an act or instance of striving or working hard towards achieving something. It involves putting in deliberate effort, employing various strategies, and overcoming challenges or obstacles along the way. Endeavours often require planning, persistence, and perseverance to reach the desired outcome. They may range from personal or professional projects to ambitious endeavors that seek to create significant social change or make groundbreaking discoveries.

    As a verb, to endeavour means to make a deliberate and focused effort to accomplish something. It implies actively applying oneself and exerting energy towards a particular objective. When someone endeavours, they devote their time, skills, and resources to achieving a specific outcome, often with determination and tenacity. It may involve taking calculated risks, exploring new avenues, or pushing beyond one's comfort zone in pursuit of success.

    Endeavour is a term that captures the spirit of striving towards goals with purpose and determination. It emphasizes the proactive mindset required to overcome challenges and work towards desired outcomes, irrespective of the difficulty or length of the journey.

  2. • To make it our duty to do a thing; to exert strength either of body or mind for the accomplishment of a purpose; to attempt; to try.
    • An exertion of strength, physical or mental, towards some end; effort; an attempt. I shall do my endeavour, implying duty, means, I shall make an effort.

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

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Etymology of ENDEAVOUR

The word "endeavour" has its origins in the Latin word "indagare", which means "to investigate" or "to search". In Old French, it evolved into "endouvrer" and later "endeverer", with the meaning of "to make an effort". This term was then borrowed into Middle English, where it became "endeveren" before finally settling as "endeavour" in modern English. The word retains the sense of striving, attempting, or putting forth effort towards achieving a goal.

Similar spelling words for ENDEAVOUR

Plural form of ENDEAVOUR is ENDEAVOURS

Conjugate verb Endeavour

CONDITIONAL

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CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

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FUTURE

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IMPERATIVE

you endeavour
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NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to endeavour

PAST

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PAST CONTINUOUS

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PAST PARTICIPLE

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PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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PRESENT

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PRESENT CONTINUOUS

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PRESENT PARTICIPLE

endeavouring

PRESENT PERFECT

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PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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