How Do You Spell NEIGH?

Pronunciation: [nˈe͡ɪ] (IPA)

The word "neigh" is spelled with five letters and is pronounced as [neɪ]. The IPA phonetic transcription suggests that it begins with the voiced alveolar nasal sound [n], which is then followed by the diphthong vowel sound [eɪ], which ends with the voiced velar fricative sound [ɣ]. The spelling of this word is straightforward and does not deviate from English language conventions. It is commonly used to describe the sound a horse makes and is widely recognized as an onomatopoeic word.

NEIGH Meaning and Definition

  1. The word "neigh" can function as both a noun and a verb. As a noun, "neigh" refers to the distinctive vocalization or sound made by horses, zebras, and other equines. It is characterized by a prolonged and loud whinny-like noise, often uttered with force and intensity. This vocalization serves as a means of communication among these animals, typically expressing excitement, distress, or a desire for attention.

    As a verb, "neigh" represents the act of producing this distinctive vocalization. It means to make a loud and characteristic whinny-like sound, usually as a manner of communication. Horses, for instance, may neigh to signal their presence, express feelings of fear or anxiety, or establish contact with other members of the herd or their human caregivers. The verb can also exhibit a figurative meaning, representing a statement or declaration made in a loud, forceful, or emphatic manner, akin to the powerful sound of a horse's neigh.

    In literature or imaginative pieces, "neigh" can be used as an onomatopoeic word, effectively imitating the sound of a neighing horse. This literary device adds vividness and sensory depth to written descriptions, particularly those involving scenes with horses or pastoral settings. It allows readers to audibly imagine the particular sound, contributing to a more immersive reading experience.

  2. • The cry of a horse.
    • To cry as a horse.

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

Common Misspellings for NEIGH

Etymology of NEIGH

The word "neigh" is derived from Middle English "neighen" which originated from Old English "hnǣgan". This Old English term is related to other Germanic languages such as Old High German "hnāian" and Old Norse "hneggja" which also referred to the neighing of horses. The sound itself imitates the vocalization made by horses.

Similar spelling words for NEIGH

Plural form of NEIGH is NEIGHS

Conjugate verb Neigh

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have neighed
you would have neighed
he/she/it would have neighed
we would have neighed
they would have neighed
I would have neigh
you would have neigh
he/she/it would have neigh
we would have neigh
they would have neigh

CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

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

CONDITIONAL PRESENT

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

CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

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

FUTURE

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

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

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

FUTURE PERFECT

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

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

IMPERATIVE

you neigh
we let´s neigh

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to neigh

PAST CONTINUOUS

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

PAST PARTICIPLE

neighed

PAST PERFECT

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

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT

I neigh
you neigh
he/she/it neighs
we neigh
they neigh

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

neighing

PRESENT PERFECT

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

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it neigh

SIMPLE PAST

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

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