How Do You Spell NIPS?

Pronunciation: [nˈɪps] (IPA)

The word "nips" can have two different meanings, each with a different way of spelling. When "nips" refers to small bites of something, it is spelled with an "i" and pronounced /nɪps/. On the other hand, when "nips" means a small tool for cutting or pinching, it is spelled with an "i" and a silent "p" and pronounced /nɪps/. It's important to pay attention to the context of the word to make sure it is spelled and pronounced correctly.

NIPS Meaning and Definition

  1. Nips, in its various contexts, can refer to different meanings depending on the particular usage.

    As a noun, "nips" is a plural form of the word "nip", which can denote a quick and usually sharp bite or pinch. It can be associated with a small, painful nip caused by an animal or insect bite.

    "Nips" is also a colloquial term for the Japanese people. Although now widely considered offensive and derogatory, the term originated in the early 20th century primarily in the United States, being a derivative of the word Nippon (the Japanese name for Japan). Its usage is now largely discouraged due to its derogatory nature.

    However, "nips" can also be used as a verb, referring to the act of taking a quick and small bite or sip of something. For example, one might "nips" a cookie or "nips" a beverage.

    Additionally, "nips" can be a slang term for a woman's breasts, typically characterized by small size or nipples. This usage is generally informal and may be viewed as derogatory or offensive in certain contexts.

    In summary, "nips" can refer to a quick bite or pinch, the Japanese people (offensive usage), the act of taking a quick bite or sip, or slang for small breasts.

Common Misspellings for NIPS

Etymology of NIPS

The word "nips" has multiple possible origins, depending on the context in which it is used. Here are some potential etymologies for different meanings of the word:

1. Nips as a derogatory term for Japanese people: This usage of "nips" originated during World War II as a derogatory slang term for Japanese individuals. It is widely considered offensive and racist. The exact origin of this usage is unclear, but it is believed to have emerged from American military slang.

2. Nips as a slang term for small portions of liquor: The term "nips" in this context refers to small, individual-sized bottles of alcohol. It originated from the practice of nipping or pinching off a small amount of alcohol, similar to taking a small bite. The etymology of this usage is derived from the action of "nipping" or "pinching".

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Conjugate verb Nips

CONDITIONAL

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

FUTURE

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

FUTURE PERFECT

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

PAST

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

PAST PERFECT

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

PRESENT

I nip
we nip
you nip
he/she/it nips
they nip

PRESENT PERFECT

I have nipped
we have nipped
you have nipped
he/she/it has nipped
they have nipped
I am nipping
we are nipping
you are nipping
he/she/it is nipping
they are nipping
I was nipping
we were nipping
you were nipping
he/she/it was nipping
they were nipping
I will be nipping
we will be nipping
you will be nipping
he/she/it will be nipping
they will be nipping
I have been nipping
we have been nipping
you have been nipping
he/she/it has been nipping
they have been nipping
I had been nipping
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you had been nipping
he/she/it had been nipping
they had been nipping
I will have been nipping
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you will have been nipping
he/she/it will have been nipping
they will have been nipping
I would have nipped
we would have nipped
you would have nipped
he/she/it would have nipped
they would have nipped
I would be nipping
we would be nipping
you would be nipping
he/she/it would be nipping
they would be nipping
I would have been nipping
we would have been nipping
you would have been nipping
he/she/it would have been nipping
they would have been nipping

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