How Do You Spell PARASAIL?

Pronunciation: [pˈaɹəsˌe͡ɪl] (IPA)

The word "parasail" is spelled with the letter combination "s-a-i-l" despite its pronunciation being closer to "s-e-l". This is because of the origin of the word, which comes from the combination of "parachute" and "sail". Therefore, the "ai" in "parachute" and "sail" are combined to form "parasail". The phonetic transcription of "parasail" is /ˈpærəseɪl/ which shows the stress on the first syllable and the pronunciation of the "ai" as a diphthong.

PARASAIL Meaning and Definition

1. Parasailing is a recreational activity in which an individual is harnessed to a specially-designed parachute-like canopy, also known as a parasail, and is lifted into the air by a motorized boat or other vehicle. The person is not required to have any previous experience or training in order to participate in parasailing.

   The parasail is typically made of lightweight, durable fabric and is attached to the person via secure harnesses and lines. As the boat or vehicle moves forward, the wind catches the parasail, lifting the person off the ground and into the air. The height to which the parasail ascends is determined by the length of the towline and the prevailing wind conditions.

   Parasailing offers participants a unique and exhilarating experience, allowing them to soar above the water or land while enjoying aerial views of the surrounding environment. Due to the safety precautions and equipment involved, parasailing is generally considered a safe activity when conducted under appropriate conditions and with experienced operators.

   It is important for participants to follow all instructions provided by the operators, wear appropriate safety gear, and pay attention to any specific rules or guidelines related to the activity. By adhering to these guidelines, individuals can enjoy the adventure and thrill of parasailing with minimal risk.

Common Misspellings for PARASAIL

• oarasail
• larasail
• -arasail
• 0arasail
• pzrasail
• psrasail
• pwrasail
• pqrasail
• paeasail
• padasail
• pafasail
• patasail
• pa5asail
• pa4asail
• parzsail
• parssail
• parwsail
• lparasail
• parasal
• parrasail
• parasaill
• parcsail
• parasie
• parajil
• Stueysail
• yardsael
• Paracaid
• Palacail
• Paracael
• Marasuail
• Palasaid

Etymology of PARASAIL

The word "parasail" is a combination of the prefix "para-" meaning "alongside" or "parallel to", and the word "sail", which refers to a piece of fabric used to catch the wind and propel a vessel. The term "parasail" originally referred to a type of sail used in fishing boats in the Mediterranean Sea. However, over time, the term came to be associated with a recreational activity in which a person is harnessed to a parachute-like sail and is towed behind a motorboat, allowing them to glide in the air. The word "parasail" was coined in the mid-20th century, merging the concepts of "parallel" and "sail" to describe this activity accurately.

Similar spelling words for PARASAIL

• parasol,
• paracelsus,
• parascalops,
• phrasal,
• parasailing.

Conjugate verb Parasail

CONDITIONAL

I would parasail

you would parasail

he/she/it would parasail

we would parasail

they would parasail

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

I would be parasailing

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we would be parasailing

they would be parasailing

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have parasail

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they would have parasail

CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I would have been parasailing

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we would have been parasailing

they would have been parasailing

FUTURE

I will parasail

you will parasail

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we will parasail

they will parasail

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be parasailing

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FUTURE PERFECT

I will have parasailed

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FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been parasailing

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we will have been parasailing

they will have been parasailing

IMPERATIVE

you parasail

we let´s parasail

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to parasail

PAST

I parasailed

you parasailed

he/she/it parasailed

we parasailed

they parasailed

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was parasailing

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PAST PARTICIPLE

parasailed

PAST PERFECT

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PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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PRESENT

I parasail

you parasail

he/she/it parasails

we parasail

they parasail

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am parasailing

you are parasailing

he/she/it is parasailing

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PRESENT PARTICIPLE

parasailing

PRESENT PERFECT

I have parasailed

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we have parasailed

they have parasailed

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been parasailing

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