How Do You Spell UNFURL?

Pronunciation: [ʌnfˈɜːl] (IPA)

The word "unfurl" may seem like a confusing spelling at first, but it's actually quite straightforward when broken down phonetically using IPA transcription. The "un" prefix is pronounced as "ən," which sounds like "uhn." The "furl" portion of the word is pronounced as "fɜrl," with the "ur" sound similar to "er" in "her" and the "l" pronounced as normal. Put together, "unfurl" is pronounced as "uhn-furl," meaning to unfold or unroll something, such as a flag.

UNFURL Meaning and Definition

  1. Unfurl is a verb that typically refers to the action of opening or spreading out something that is tightly rolled, folded, or wrapped. When an object, such as a flag, banner, sail, or umbrella, is unfurled, it is being released from a concealed or compact position, allowing it to unfold or extend completely.

    Unfurling often involves the act of unrolling or unfolding an item to display its full size, shape, or design. This action is usually done deliberately and with a purpose, such as during ceremonial events, outdoor activities, or to protect oneself from the elements. It can also be associated with the idea of revealing or making something known or visible, as in unfurling a map to show a specific location or unveiling a project to showcase its details.

    The term "unfurl" can also be used metaphorically to describe the process of unraveling or disclosing information, emotions, or ideas that were previously hidden or unknown. In this sense, it suggests the gradual revelation or development of something that was concealed or obscure, like unfurling a story or plan.

    Overall, "unfurl" denotes the act of carefully opening or expanding something that was tightly wrapped or concealed, whether it be a physical object or abstract concept, and allowing it to extend, reveal, or become visible.

  2. To loose and unfold; to expand.

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

Common Misspellings for UNFURL

Etymology of UNFURL

The word unfurl originated from Middle English in the early 14th century. It was derived from the combination of two Old English words: un- (which is a prefix meaning not or opposite) and furlen (which means to roll up or to secure). The word furlen itself was influenced by the Middle Low German word vurilen and the Old Norse word fyriala, both of which have similar meanings. Over time, the prefix un- was added to furlen to give us the word unfurl, meaning to unfold or to open from a rolled or secured position.

Similar spelling words for UNFURL

Conjugate verb Unfurl

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have unfurled
you would have unfurled
he/she/it would have unfurled
we would have unfurled
they would have unfurled
I would have unfurl
you would have unfurl
he/she/it would have unfurl
we would have unfurl
they would have unfurl

CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

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

CONDITIONAL PRESENT

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

CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

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

FUTURE

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

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

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

FUTURE PERFECT

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

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

IMPERATIVE

you unfurl
we let´s unfurl

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to unfurl

PAST CONTINUOUS

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

PAST PARTICIPLE

unfurled

PAST PERFECT

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

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT

I unfurl
you unfurl
he/she/it unfurls
we unfurl
they unfurl

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

unfurling

PRESENT PERFECT

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

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it unfurl

SIMPLE PAST

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

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