How Do You Spell SLIT?

Pronunciation: [slˈɪt] (IPA)

The word "slit" is spelled with the letters "s," "l," "i," and "t." In IPA phonetic transcription, it is pronounced as /slɪt/. The "s" is voiceless, meaning the vocal cords do not vibrate, and the "l" is pronounced with the tongue touching the roof of the mouth. The "i" is pronounced as a short vowel, similar to the "i" sound in "sit," and the "t" is pronounced with air being released suddenly from the mouth.

SLIT Meaning and Definition

  1. Slit (noun) refers to a narrow and elongated opening or cut, typically running along the length of an object or surface. It is generally distinguished by its long, thin, and straight shape, with both ends remaining intact. Slits are commonly found in various contexts, including clothing, packaging, and objects requiring venting or visibility.

    In terms of clothing, slits may be intentionally designed in garments like skirts or dresses to aid movement, enhance aesthetics, or reveal a portion of the wearer's leg. Additionally, slits may also refer to a small opening or vent on sleeves or pockets, allowing air circulation or access.

    In packaging, slits are frequently incorporated to facilitate the opening of boxes, envelopes, or sealed materials, enhancing ease of access without compromising the integrity of the package.

    Moreover, slits can serve as ventilation outlets in machinery or electronic devices, ensuring proper airflow to prevent overheating. They can also be employed for optical purposes, such as in cameras or optical instruments, where they aid in controlling light exposure or filtering.

    Slit (verb) is the corresponding action of creating a narrow opening or cut. It involves using a sharp object or tool to pierce or incise an object or material, resulting in the formation of a long, thin gap or opening.

    Overall, the term slit encompasses the concept of a slender, elongated aperture or cut that often serves functional, decorative, or practical purposes in a wide range of contexts.

  2. • A long cut or narrow opening; a cleft.
    • To cut lengthwise; to make a long cut in.

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

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Etymology of SLIT

The word "slit" originated from Middle English "slitten", which in turn came from Old English "slītan". The Old English word shares a common Germanic root with other related words such as Old Norse "slíta" and Old High German "sleizen". Ultimately, the word can be traced back to the Proto-Germanic word "*slitaną", meaning "to split" or "tear apart".

Similar spelling words for SLIT

Plural form of SLIT is SLITS

Conjugate verb Slit

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

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

CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

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

CONDITIONAL PRESENT

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

CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

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

FUTURE

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

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

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

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have slit
you will have slit
he/she/it will have slit
we will have slit
they will have slit
I will have slitted
you will have slitted
he/she/it will have slitted
we will have slitted
they will have slitted

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

IMPERATIVE

you slit
we let´s slit

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to slit

PAST

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

PAST CONTINUOUS

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

PAST PARTICIPLE

slit
slitted

PAST PERFECT

I had slit
you had slit
he/she/it had slit
we had slit
they had slit
I had slitted
you had slitted
he/she/it had slitted
we had slitted
they had slitted

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT

I slit
you slit
he/she/it slits
we slit
they slit

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

slitting

PRESENT PERFECT

I have slit
you have slit
he/she/it has slit
we have slit
they have slit
I have slitted
you have slitted
he/she/it has slitted
we have slitted
they have slitted

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

SIMPLE PAST

he/she/it slit

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