How Do You Spell TAUNT?

Pronunciation: [tˈɔːnt] (IPA)

The word "taunt" is spelled with four letters, but it follows an interesting phonetic pattern. The first letter is /t/ which is a voiceless alveolar plosive sound made by touching the tongue to the roof of the mouth. The second letter is /ɔː/ which is a long open-mid back rounded vowel. The third letter is /n/ which is a voiced alveolar nasal sound. Finally, the last letter is /t/ again. So, the correct IPA phonetic transcription for this word would be /tɔːnt/.

TAUNT Meaning and Definition

  1. Taunt, as a verb, refers to the act of provoking, ridiculing, or mocking someone else with intentionally hurtful or insulting comments. When one taunts another person, they aim to incite a reaction by verbally or gesturally challenging their opponent's abilities, flaws, or notions. Taunting involves taunting phrases, gestures, or actions that are designed to provoke annoyance, anger, or frustration in the targeted individual.

    As a noun, a taunt is an expression, remark, or gesture used to provoke or mock someone in a derisive or scornful manner. It can also refer to the act of taunting itself.

    The purpose of taunting is often to gain a sense of superiority, assert dominance, or unsettle the target emotionally. It can occur in various contexts such as sports, competitions, arguments, or confrontations. Taunting can have negative consequences, including escalating conflicts, damaging relationships, and causing emotional distress or humiliation.

    It is important to distinguish taunting from constructive criticism or playful banter, as taunts are intentionally hurtful and often cross the line of respect and decency. In many cases, taunting is discouraged or forbidden in organized activities or social settings due to its potential to incite violence or provoke excessive emotional reactions.

    To taunt someone is to deliberately use words, actions, or gestures to provoke, ridicule, or humiliate them, aiming to elicit a negative emotional response.

  2. • To reproach with severe or insulting words; to censure with scoffs or mockery; to upbraid.
    • A severe and insulting reproach; bitter censure; ridicule.

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

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Etymology of TAUNT

The word "taunt" originated from the Old French word "tanter" which means "to tempt" or "to provoke". This in turn came from the Latin word "tentare", meaning "to attempt" or "to test.” Over time, the meaning of the word evolved to include the idea of provocatively challenging or mocking someone.

Idioms with the word TAUNT

  • taunt sm with sth The idiom "taunt someone with something" refers to the act of deliberately provoking or mocking someone by using a specific thing or topic. It involves using irritating or sarcastic comments or actions to provoke a reaction or upset someone.
  • taunt sm into sth The idiom "taunt someone into something" means to provoke or insult someone in order to make them take a particular action or behave in a certain way. It implies that someone is being goaded or challenged by taunts or insults until they are compelled to react or engage in a specific behavior.
  • taunt sm about sth The idiom "taunt someone about something" refers to the act of intentionally provoking, teasing, or mocking someone regarding a specific topic or issue. It involves using words, actions, or gestures to jeer or ridicule someone about a particular subject, aiming to provoke a reaction or emotional response from the person being taunted.
  • taunt about The idiom "taunt about" typically refers to the act of openly and provocatively mocking or teasing someone, often in a derogatory or insulting manner. It involves deliberately provoking or ridiculing someone in order to incite a reaction or to demonstrate superiority or power over them.

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Conjugate verb Taunt

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have taunted
you would have taunted
he/she/it would have taunted
we would have taunted
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I would have taunt
you would have taunt
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CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

I would have been taunting
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CONDITIONAL PRESENT

I would taunt
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CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

I would be taunting
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FUTURE

I will taunt
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we will taunt
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FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be taunting
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FUTURE PERFECT

I will have taunted
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FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been taunting
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IMPERATIVE

you taunt
we let´s taunt

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to taunt

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was taunting
you were taunting
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PAST PARTICIPLE

taunted

PAST PERFECT

I had taunted
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PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been taunting
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PRESENT

I taunt
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PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am taunting
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PRESENT PARTICIPLE

taunting

PRESENT PERFECT

I have taunted
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PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been taunting
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PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it taunt

SIMPLE PAST

I taunted
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we taunted
they taunted

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