How Do You Spell ROTTED?

Pronunciation: [ɹˈɒtɪd] (IPA)

The word "rotted" is spelled with two "t's" because it ends with the sound /t/. In IPA phonetic transcription, this sound is represented by the symbol "t." When a word ends with a voiceless consonant sound, like /t/, we add a second consonant to indicate that the sound should be held for slightly longer. This is why "rotted" is spelled with two "t's" instead of just one. The word describes something that has decayed or become ruined due to decomposition.

ROTTED Meaning and Definition

  1. Rotted is a verb that refers to the process of decaying or decomposing of organic matter, typically due to the action of bacteria, fungi, or other microorganisms. It is characterized by a gradual and natural breakdown of substances, leading to their gradual disintegration or deterioration. Rotted objects or materials often develop a foul or putrid odor as a result of the chemical reactions occurring during the decomposition process.

    When something is said to be rotted, it implies that it has undergone significant decay or spoilage, rendering it unsuitable for its original purpose or use. This term is commonly associated with the degradation of food, where fruits, vegetables, or other perishable items deteriorate and become inedible or unsafe due to the growth of mold, bacteria, or other pathogens.

    Additionally, rotted can also describe the decomposition of non-organic matter, such as wooden structures or building materials, due to exposure to moisture, humidity, or physical wear. In these cases, the material loses its structural integrity, becomes weakened, and may crumble or fall apart.

    Overall, rotted is a term used to depict the natural breakdown and decomposition of organic and non-organic matter, resulting in decay, deterioration, and loss of quality or usefulness.

  2. Decomposed wholly or partially; affected with rot.

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

Common Misspellings for ROTTED

Etymology of ROTTED

The word "rotted" derives from the Middle English word "rotten", which is believed to have originated from the Old English word "rotian". In turn, "rotian" can be traced back to the Proto-Germanic word "rutną" or "rutēną". This Proto-Germanic root shares similar origins with the Old Norse word "rotinn" and the Old High German word "rozzan". All these words ultimately find their roots in the Proto-Indo-European base "reudh", meaning "to be red" or "to be ruddy". Over time, the meaning of "rotted" evolved from describing the discoloration associated with decomposition into encompassing the state of decay.

Similar spelling words for ROTTED

Conjugate verb Rotted

CONDITIONAL

I would rotted
you would rotted
he/she/it would rotted
we would rotted
they would rotted
I would rot
we would rot
you would rot
he/she/it would rot
they would rot

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

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

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

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

CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

FUTURE

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

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

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

FUTURE PERFECT

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

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

IMPERATIVE

you rot
we let´s rot

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to rot

PAST

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

PAST CONTINUOUS

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

PAST PARTICIPLE

rotted

PAST PERFECT

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

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT

I rot
you rot
he/she/it rots
we rot
they rot

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

rotting

PRESENT PERFECT

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

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

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