How Do You Spell FINGERED?

Pronunciation: [fˈɪŋɡəd] (IPA)

The spelling of the word "fingered" might seem a bit confusing at first glance. However, it actually follows some basic English spelling rules. In IPA phonetic transcription, it is written as /ˈfɪŋɡəd/. The first syllable "fin" is pronounced with the short "i" sound, while the second syllable "ger" starts with a "g" sound and is followed by a silent "e". Finally the last "ed" is pronounced as "d". Altogether, "fingered" means having been touched or handled with the fingers.

FINGERED Meaning and Definition

1. Fingered is an adjective that refers to the act of using or manipulating one's fingers, usually referring to the hands, in a specific manner or for a particular purpose. It can have several different meanings depending on the context in which it is used.

   One common usage of the term "fingered" is in relation to playing a musical instrument. When a musician is said to be fingered, it means that they are using their fingers to press down on the keys, strings, or buttons of their instrument, producing the desired pitch or sound. This is particularly relevant for instruments such as the piano, guitar, violin, or saxophone.

   Another meaning of "fingered" is when someone is identified or accused of a crime or wrongdoing. In this context, if someone is fingered, it means they have been pointed out or identified as the perpetrator of the act, often by an eyewitness or other evidence.

   Additionally, "fingered" can also describe an intimate or sexual act involving the use of fingers for stimulation or penetration.

   It is important to note that the context in which "fingered" is used determines its meaning, as it can have varying connotations. Therefore, it is essential to consider the specific usage and surrounding context to fully understand the intended meaning of the term.

2. • Played on; handled; touched.

   • Having fingers; finger-post, a post with a painted hand for directing passengers to a road; finger-board, board at the neck of a violin; in a piano or organ, part where the fingers are pressed; to have at one's finger-ends, to be thoroughly familiar with, or off-hand with.

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

Top Common Misspellings for FINGERED *

• figuered 43.3333333%
• fingure 13.3333333%
• fingerd 13.3333333%
• figered 13.3333333%
• fingured 3.3333333%

* The statistics data for these misspellings percentages are collected from over 15,411,110 spell check sessions on www.spellchecker.net from Jan 2010 - Jun 2012.

Other Common Misspellings for FINGERED

• hinered
• fuigered
• fingres
• figred
• figgured
• fingersd
• fingeres
• fillered
• filered
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• fingeredd
• fingerrer
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• finggerd
• fngerd
• Vingeweed
• Finiere
• Finierea

Etymology of FINGERED

The word "fingered" has its roots in Old English. Its etymology can be traced back to the Proto-Germanic word "fingraz", which means "finger". This word eventually evolved into "finger" in Old English. The "-ed" suffix is a nominal inflection used to form past participles. Overall, the word "fingered" relates to the action or involvement of the fingers.

Similar spelling words for FINGERED

• finger wave,
• fingering,
• Fingerling,
• finger hole,
• figured,
• finger food,
• finger,
• fincher,
• fingerlike,
• fingerboard,
• fingerpost,
• fingerprint,
• finger-root,
• fingerless,
• fingerpaint,
• fingerspell,
• Lingered,
• finger scan,
• finger-roll,
• finger bowl,
• fingerroot,
• fingernail,
• fingerstall,
• fingermark,
• fingertip.

Conjugate verb Fingered

CONDITIONAL

I would finger

we would finger

you would finger

he/she/it would finger

they would finger

FUTURE

I will finger

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FUTURE PERFECT

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PAST

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PAST PERFECT

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PRESENT

I finger

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you finger

he/she/it fingers

they finger

PRESENT PERFECT

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I am fingering

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