How Do You Spell MIS-GIVES?

Pronunciation: [mˈɪsɡˈɪvz] (IPA)

The spelling of the word "mis-gives" may seem confusing due to the addition of the prefix "mis-" and the hyphen. However, the IPA phonetic transcription can help clarify its pronunciation: /mɪs-ɡɪvz/. This word means to feel uneasy or uncertain and can be used in the phrase "something mis-gives me." The hyphen serves to indicate that "mis-" is a separate prefix and not part of the root word "gives." Despite its uncommon usage, "mis-gives" remains a valid word in the English language.

Common Misspellings for MIS-GIVES

  • mispgives
  • mis0-gives
  • mis-0gives
  • misp-gives
  • mis-pgives
  • mis--gives
  • mismgives

Etymology of MIS-GIVES

The word "mis-gives" is a combination of two words: "mis" and "gives".

The prefix "mis-" comes from Old English and is derived from the Germanic language, meaning "wrongly", "badly", or "incorrectly". It is commonly used to indicate a negative or erroneous aspect of something.

The word "gives" is derived from the Old English "giefan", which means "to give" or "to grant". It has Germanic roots and is related to words in other Germanic languages that have similar meanings.

When combined, "mis-gives" refers to a feeling of doubt, mistrust, or apprehension about something. It suggests a sense of uncertainty or hesitancy towards a particular situation or action.

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