How Do You Spell GENUFLECTS?

Pronunciation: [d͡ʒˈɛnəflˌɛkts] (IPA)

The word "genuflects" is spelled with a "g" followed by "e-n-u," then "f-l-e-c-t-s." The IPA transcription is /ˈdʒɛn.jʊ.ˌflɛkts/. The "g" is pronounced as a "j" sound in English, while the "e" is pronounced as a short "e" sound, as in "get." The "u" is pronounced as a short "u" sound, like in "cut." The "f" is pronounced with the lips touching the top teeth, while the "l" is pronounced by touching the tip of the tongue to the roof of the mouth behind the teeth.

GENUFLECTS Meaning and Definition

1. Genuflects is a verb that refers to the act of bending down on one knee as a sign of respect or reverence, particularly in a religious context. The term is derived from the Latin word "genuflectere," which means "to bend the knee."

   When a person genuflects, they typically bend their knee to touch the ground briefly before rising again. This action is often performed in the presence of religious figures, such as priests, bishops, or during religious ceremonies. Genuflecting is commonly practiced in various religions, including Christianity, as a gesture of worship, humility, and acknowledgment of the presence of a higher power.

   In Christianity, genuflection is performed as a sign of reverence towards the Eucharist or the altar during Mass or other religious services. It is also sometimes seen as an act of honor towards icons or relics. The posture of genuflection can vary slightly depending on the religious tradition or context, but the essence remains the same - a physical action to show deference and devotion.

   Outside of religious contexts, the term may also be used figuratively to describe an individual who behaves submissively or shows excessive deference towards someone in authority. In this sense, genuflecting is often seen as a symbolic gesture representing respect, submission, or unwavering loyalty.

Common Misspellings for GENUFLECTS

• genufletcs
• genuflexs

Etymology of GENUFLECTS

The word "genuflects" is derived from Latin. It comes from the Latin word "genuflectere", which is a combination of "genu" (knee) and "flectere" (to bend). In Latin, "genuflectere" means "to bend the knee" or "to kneel". The word was later borrowed into English, maintaining its meaning of kneeling or bending one's knee as an act of respect or worship, particularly in religious contexts.

Similar spelling words for GENUFLECTS

• conflicts,
• genuflexion,
• genuflection,
• genuflect.

Conjugate verb Genuflects

CONDITIONAL

I would genuflect

we would genuflect

you would genuflect

he/she/it would genuflect

they would genuflect

FUTURE

I will genuflect

we will genuflect

you will genuflect

he/she/it will genuflect

they will genuflect

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have genuflected

we will have genuflected

you will have genuflected

he/she/it will have genuflected

they will have genuflected

PAST

I genuflected

we genuflected

you genuflected

he/she/it genuflected

they genuflected

PAST PERFECT

I had genuflected

we had genuflected

you had genuflected

he/she/it had genuflected

they had genuflected

PRESENT

I genuflect

we genuflect

you genuflect

he/she/it genuflects

they genuflect

PRESENT PERFECT

I have genuflected

we have genuflected

you have genuflected

he/she/it has genuflected

they have genuflected

I am genuflecting

we are genuflecting

you are genuflecting

he/she/it is genuflecting

they are genuflecting

I was genuflecting

we were genuflecting

you were genuflecting

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they were genuflecting

I will be genuflecting

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I have been genuflecting

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I will have been genuflecting

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I would have genuflected

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they would have genuflected

I would be genuflecting

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I would have been genuflecting

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