How Do You Spell SWALLOWING?

Pronunciation: [swˈɒlə͡ʊɪŋ] (IPA)

Swallowing is spelled with 3 syllables, and the phonetic transcription is [ˈswɑːl.oʊ.ɪŋ]. The first syllable is pronounced with an "s" sound followed by the "w" sound, and then a long "ah" vowel sound. The second syllable is pronounced with a "l" sound, followed by a short "oh" vowel sound, and then the "ng" sound. The final syllable is pronounced with the "ih" vowel sound followed by the "ng" sound. Spelling words like swallowing can be challenging for non-native English speakers due to the complexity of English pronunciation.

SWALLOWING Meaning and Definition

  1. Swallowing refers to the action or process of ingesting substances, typically food or drink, into the upper digestive tract through the mouth and esophagus and then propelling them into the stomach. It is a complex physiological process that involves muscular coordination and control.

    When an individual swallows, it begins with the voluntary act of moving the food or liquid into the mouth and manipulating it with the tongue to form a cohesive bolus. The tongue then pushes the bolus to the back of the mouth and initiates the swallowing reflex. This reflex triggers the contraction of various muscles in the tongue, throat, and esophagus, which propels the bolus downwards.

    During this process, the epiglottis, a flap of tissue located at the base of the tongue, closes off the windpipe (trachea) to prevent any food or liquid from entering the lungs. Instead, the transported bolus enters the muscular tube called the esophagus. The esophagus contracts in a wave-like motion, called peristalsis, to push the food or liquid towards the stomach.

    Swallowing serves to transport the ingested substances from the mouth to the stomach for further digestion and absorption of nutrients. It is an automatic and necessary function for humans and many other animals to sustain life. Any disruptions or impairments in swallowing ability can cause difficulties, known as dysphagia, which can lead to inadequate nutrition, dehydration, or other complications.

  2. The act of taking down the throat; the act of absorbing; the receiving implicitly.

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

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Etymology of SWALLOWING

The word "swallowing" has its origin in the Old English word "swelgan", which is derived from the Proto-Germanic root *swelganą. This root is also related to similar words in other Germanic languages, such as Old Norse "svelgja" and Old High German "swelgan". The concept of swallowing has been expressed through these words for centuries, ultimately giving rise to the term we use today.

Conjugate verb Swallowing

CONDITIONAL

I would swallow
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FUTURE

I will swallow
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FUTURE PERFECT

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PAST

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PAST PERFECT

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PRESENT

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PRESENT PERFECT

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