How Do You Spell VIE?

Pronunciation: [vˈa͡ɪ] (IPA)

The word "vie" is spelled with the letters V-I-E. The IPA phonetic transcription for this word is /vaɪ/. The letter "V" in this word represents the voiced labiodental fricative sound /v/. The letter "I" represents the short vowel sound /aɪ/, which is a combination of the pure vowel sounds /æ/ and /ɪ/. The letter "E" at the end of the word is silent and does not represent any sound. "Vie" means to compete or strive for victory, typically in a metaphorical sense.

VIE Meaning and Definition

  1. Vie is a verb that can be used both intransitively and transitively, originating from the French word "vier," meaning "to contend," "to strive," or "to struggle." It carries several interconnected meanings depending on the context.

    When used intransitively, vie refers to engaging in a competition, rivalry, or conflict with others to achieve a particular objective or gain superiority. It implies an active pursuit of success or recognition, often involving great effort, ambition, or perseverance. For example, athletes may vie for a gold medal in a sporting event, or businesses may vie for dominance in a specific market.

    In its transitive form, vie means to compete or contend directly or indirectly with someone or something. It often carries the connotation of striving to overcome or supersede a particular opponent or adversary. This competitive interaction can take various forms, such as engaging in a contest, contesting for power or resources, or even contending for someone's affection or attention.

    Additionally, vie can also refer to expressing a strong desire or ambition to achieve or acquire something personally fulfilling or rewarding. It implies an intense longing or yearning for a specific outcome or possession.

    Overall, vie conveys the idea of active participation in a competitive or ambitious pursuit, whether striving for success, engaging in rivalry, contending for resources or recognition, or expressing a strong desire to attain something.

  2. To fight or strive for superiority; to use effort in a contest or competition.

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

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Etymology of VIE

The word "vie" originates from the Middle French word "envier", which means "to challenge" or "to invite". It further evolved from the Latin word "invitare", which means "to invite". Over time, the word shifted in meaning and came to refer to competing or contending with someone for something, particularly in terms of engaging in a rivalry or competition.

Idioms with the word VIE

  • C'est la vie. The idiom "C'est la vie" is a French phrase that translates to "That's life" or "Such is life" in English. It is used to convey a resigned acceptance or acknowledgment of the unavoidable troubles, disappointments, or uncertainties of life. It expresses the notion that things happen outside of our control and we must accept them as they are without complaint.
  • vie (with sm) (for sm or sth) The idiom "vie (with someone) (for something or someone)" means to compete or struggle with someone for something or someone, typically in a competitive or ambitious manner. It implies a desire to outdo or surpass someone in order to achieve a desired outcome or goal.

Similar spelling words for VIE

Conjugate verb Vie

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have vied
you would have vied
he/she/it would have vied
we would have vied
they would have vied
I would have vie
you would have vie
he/she/it would have vie
we would have vie
they would have vie

CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

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

CONDITIONAL PRESENT

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

CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

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

FUTURE

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

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

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

FUTURE PERFECT

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

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

IMPERATIVE

you vie
we let´s vie

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to vie

PAST CONTINUOUS

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

PAST PARTICIPLE

vied

PAST PERFECT

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

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT

I vie
you vie
he/she/it vies
we vie
they vie

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

vying

PRESENT PERFECT

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

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it vie

SIMPLE PAST

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

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