How Do You Spell SNICKERING?

Pronunciation: [snˈɪkəɹɪŋ] (IPA)

The word "snickering" is spelled with two "k's" due to the sound it produces. In IPA phonetic transcription, the word is written as [ˈsnɪkərɪŋ]. The initial "s" sound is followed by a short "i" vowel sound, represented as /ɪ/, which is then followed by the "k" sound (/k/). The second "k" is also included due to the ending syllable, which ends in the "er" sound represented as /ər/ and the final "ŋ" sound, represented as /ŋ/. The spelling of the word accurately reflects its phonetic sounds.

SNICKERING Meaning and Definition

  1. Snickering refers to a form of suppressed laughter or chuckling that is characterized by slightly contemptuous or sneering undertone. It is a discreet sound produced through one's nose and mouth when attempting to stifle a laugh or giggle. Snickering is often associated with amusement derived from someone else's embarrassment, misfortune, or perceived foolishness.

    The term typically conveys a hint of scorn, derision, or mockery directed towards the subject of amusement. It is often used to express a condescending attitude or to subtly belittle someone. Snickering may serve as an indirect way of expressing disapproval, mockery, or superiority without openly confronting or criticizing the person or situation.

    A snickering sound is typically subtle, soft, and brief, often featuring a series of short, stifled breaths or nasally snorts. It can be characterized as a muffled, half-suppressed laugh that is frequently considered ill-mannered or impolite.

    Common situations where snickering may occur include witnessing someone's clumsiness, listening to an embarrassing confession, or observing a person's inadequate performance. Snickering can also arise when people feel superior or empowered in a group setting, where individuals may find satisfaction in bonding over shared amusement at someone else's expense.

    While snickering is generally seen as a negative behavior that lacks empathy, it can also be employed as a defense mechanism or coping mechanism in certain situations.

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Etymology of SNICKERING

The word "snickering" is derived from the Middle English verb "snickeren", which itself originated from the Old English word "snyccrian". This Old English term meant "to laugh with a half-suppressed, broken sound". The word "snicker" eventually emerged in the 17th century as a noun and verb, referring to a stifled or muffled laugh. It is believed to have imitative origins, reflecting the sound made during a suppressed laugh.

Conjugate verb Snickering

CONDITIONAL

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

FUTURE

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

FUTURE PERFECT

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

PAST

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

PAST PERFECT

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

PRESENT

I snicker
we snicker
you snicker
he/she/it snickers
they snicker

PRESENT PERFECT

I have snickered
we have snickered
you have snickered
he/she/it has snickered
they have snickered
I am snickering
we are snickering
you are snickering
he/she/it is snickering
they are snickering
I was snickering
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I will be snickering
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he/she/it will be snickering
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I have been snickering
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he/she/it has been snickering
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they had been snickering
I will have been snickering
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I would have snickered
we would have snickered
you would have snickered
he/she/it would have snickered
they would have snickered
I would be snickering
we would be snickering
you would be snickering
he/she/it would be snickering
they would be snickering
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we would have been snickering
you would have been snickering
he/she/it would have been snickering
they would have been snickering

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