How Do You Spell MASTURBATE?

Pronunciation: [mˈastəbˌe͡ɪt] (IPA)

The spelling of the word "masturbate" is derived from Latin roots "manus" meaning hand, and "stuprare" meaning defile, pollute or debase. Its IPA phonetic transcription is /ˈmæs.tɚ.beɪt/. The first syllable "mas" is pronounced as "mass", followed by the "ter" sound, as in "letter", then the "bayt" sound, as in "bate". This word refers to the act of self-stimulation for sexual pleasure, and its spelling and phonetic transcription are essential for clear communication and understanding.

MASTURBATE Meaning and Definition

  1. Masturbate is a verb that refers to the act of self-stimulation of the genitals, typically resulting in sexual pleasure and orgasm. This deliberate and voluntary activity is commonly undertaken for sexual gratification. It involves stimulating one's own genitals using hands, fingers, or other objects for sexual pleasure, specifically aimed at inducing sexual arousal and reaching climax.

    The act of masturbating is a natural and normal aspect of human sexuality, practiced by both males and females of various age groups. It is often done in private settings, enabling individuals to explore their own body, discover erogenous zones, and experience sexual pleasure independently. Masturbation can involve various techniques, such as rubbing, stroking, or massaging the genitals or other erogenous areas of the body.

    People may engage in masturbation for a range of reasons, including stress relief, sexual exploration, self-discovery, or simply to satisfy sexual desires when a partner is unavailable or unwilling. It can also be a part of a person's daily routine or sexual expression.

    While masturbation is widely accepted as a natural and healthy sexual behavior, it is important to practice it in a safe and respectful manner, respecting personal boundaries and privacy. Societal attitudes towards masturbation have varied historically and across cultures, with some religions, cultures, or individuals holding different opinions or taboos around the act. However, it is generally considered normal and a personal choice.

  2. To excite the genital organs by unnatural means, to practise self-abuse.

    A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.

Top Common Misspellings for MASTURBATE *

* 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 MASTURBATE

Etymology of MASTURBATE

The word "masturbate" derives from the Latin term "masturbare", which initially appeared in the 16th century. However, the origins of the Latin term itself are uncertain. Some etymologists suggest it could be a back-formation from the Latin word "manus" (hand) combined with "stuprare" (to defile, pollute, or sexually violate). Nevertheless, the exact etymology remains speculative, and it is important to note that it is not uncommon for the origins of certain sexual terms to be convoluted or uncertain.

Similar spelling words for MASTURBATE

Conjugate verb Masturbate

CONDITIONAL

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

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

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

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have masturbate
you would have masturbate
he/she/it would have masturbate
we would have masturbate
they would have masturbate

CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

FUTURE

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

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

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

FUTURE PERFECT

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

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

IMPERATIVE

you masturbate
we let´s masturbate

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to masturbate

PAST

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

PAST CONTINUOUS

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

PAST PARTICIPLE

masturbated

PAST PERFECT

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

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT

I masturbate
you masturbate
he/she/it masturbates
we masturbate
they masturbate

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

masturbating

PRESENT PERFECT

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

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been masturbating
you have been masturbating
he/she/it has been masturbating
we have been masturbating
they have been masturbating
I would have masturbated
we would have masturbated
you would have masturbated
he/she/it would have masturbated
they would have masturbated