How Do You Spell JILT?

Pronunciation: [d͡ʒˈɪlt] (IPA)

The word "jilt" is spelled with four letters, starting with the letter "j" and pronounced as /dʒɪlt/. The IPA transcription further breaks down the phonemes in the word, revealing that the "j" sound is a voiced palato-alveolar affricate, while the "i" is a short vowel sound. The "l" is an alveolar lateral approximant, and the "t" is an unvoiced alveolar stop. Overall, the word is relatively easy to spell, with no silent letters or tricky combinations.

JILT Meaning and Definition

  1. Jilt is a verb that means to abruptly and unkindly reject or abandon a romantic partner or lover, typically in a callous or indifferent manner, often without any warning or explanation. The act of jilting someone implies a sudden and decisive end to a relationship, thereby causing emotional distress and hurt to the person being jilted. The term is often associated with a sense of betrayal or betrayal of trust.

    When someone jilts another person, they may display a lack of consideration or empathy for the other person's feelings, leaving them feeling confused, heartbroken, and rejected. The jilter may choose to sever all ties with the partner completely, cutting off all communication and contact, or they may simply distance themselves without any explanation. This behavior can cause significant emotional turmoil for the person who has been jilted, leaving them filled with sadness, anger, and a sense of loss.

    Jilting can occur for various reasons, such as a change of heart, fear of commitment, the attraction of another person, or personal issues and insecurities. Regardless of the cause, being jilted can have a profound impact on an individual's self-esteem and future relationships, as it can leave them questioning their worthiness and ability to trust others.

    In summary, to jilt someone means to reject or abandon a romantic partner in a sudden, unkind, and thoughtless manner, causing emotional distress and feelings of betrayal in the person being rejected.

  2. • A young woman who lightly trifles with her lover; a name of contempt for a young woman.
    • To give hopes to a lover and then reject him; to practise deception in love.

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

Common Misspellings for JILT

Etymology of JILT

The word "jilt" originated in the late 17th century and its etymology is uncertain. However, there are a few theories regarding its origins.

One theory suggests that "jilt" may have derived from the Scottish word "jillet", meaning a flirtatious or coquettish girl. This Scottish term can be traced back to the Middle English word "gillot" or "gyllette", which meant a young woman or maid.

Another possibility is that "jilt" evolved from "gillot", which also referred to a young man without steady employment. Over time, "gillot" may have transformed into "jillet" or "jilt", with the latter term carrying the connotation of a woman who toys with men's affections.

Yet another theory connects the word to the French term "jolie", meaning pretty or attractive.

Similar spelling words for JILT

Plural form of JILT is JILTS

Conjugate verb Jilt

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have jilted
you would have jilted
he/she/it would have jilted
we would have jilted
they would have jilted
I would have jilt
you would have jilt
he/she/it would have jilt
we would have jilt
they would have jilt

CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

I would have been jilting
you would have been jilting
he/she/it would have been jilting
we would have been jilting
they would have been jilting

CONDITIONAL PRESENT

I would jilt
you would jilt
he/she/it would jilt
we would jilt
they would jilt

CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

I would be jilting
you would be jilting
he/she/it would be jilting
we would be jilting
they would be jilting

FUTURE

I will jilt
you will jilt
he/she/it will jilt
we will jilt
they will jilt

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be jilting
you will be jilting
he/she/it will be jilting
we will be jilting
they will be jilting

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have jilted
you will have jilted
he/she/it will have jilted
we will have jilted
they will have jilted

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been jilting
you will have been jilting
he/she/it will have been jilting
we will have been jilting
they will have been jilting

IMPERATIVE

you jilt
we let´s jilt

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to jilt

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was jilting
you were jilting
he/she/it was jilting
we were jilting
they were jilting

PAST PARTICIPLE

jilted

PAST PERFECT

I had jilted
you had jilted
he/she/it had jilted
we had jilted
they had jilted

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been jilting
you had been jilting
he/she/it had been jilting
we had been jilting
they had been jilting

PRESENT

I jilt
you jilt
he/she/it jilts
we jilt
they jilt

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am jilting
you are jilting
he/she/it is jilting
we are jilting
they are jilting

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

jilting

PRESENT PERFECT

I have jilted
you have jilted
he/she/it has jilted
we have jilted
they have jilted

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been jilting
you have been jilting
he/she/it has been jilting
we have been jilting
they have been jilting

PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it jilt

SIMPLE PAST

I jilted
you jilted
he/she/it jilted
we jilted
they jilted

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