How Do You Spell WINCE?

Pronunciation: [wˈɪns] (IPA)

The word "wince" is spelled with the letters W-I-N-C-E. Its IPA phonetic transcription is /wɪns/. This word refers to a sudden facial expression of pain, discomfort, or embarrassment. The "w" sound is pronounced as a voiced bilabial glide or semi-vowel, while the "i" sound is pronounced as a short vowel in the middle. The "n" sound is pronounced using the tip of the tongue at the alveolar ridge, followed by the voiced velar fricative sound of "c". The final "e" is pronounced as a silent letter.

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WINCE Meaning and Definition

  1. Wince, as a verb, refers to the involuntary reaction of moving one's body or facial expression away from something painful, unpleasant, or shocking. It typically manifests as a slight flinching or grimacing motion and often occurs as a response to physical or emotional discomfort. This reflexive action is triggered by an unexpected or sudden stimulus that causes distress or unease.

    Wincing can be observed in various situations, such as when experiencing sudden pain, witnessing another's suffering, or hearing distressing news. It is a natural defense mechanism aimed at protecting oneself from further harm or distress. The physical movement associated with wincing may involve quick closure of the eyes, a slight recoil of the body, or tightening of the facial muscles.

    As a noun, a "wince" can refer to the actual act of flinching or grimacing, or it may describe a slight twitch or spasm in response to pain. It can also be used metaphorically to signify a sudden, involuntary reaction to an emotional or psychological discomfort.

    In summary, "wince" is a word used to depict the instinctive and immediate recoil or flinch exhibited by an individual in response to pain, distress, or unpleasant stimuli.

  2. To shrink or start back; to flinch; to be affected acutely; to kick or flounce when uneasy, as a horse.

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

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Etymology of WINCE

The word "wince" originated from the Old French term "wenchir" and the Middle English word "winchen". These words meant "to hesitate" or "to recoil". It is believed that "wince" ultimately comes from the Proto-Germanic word "wankijaną", which means "to sway" or "to stagger". The word "wince" entered the English language in the 14th century and has maintained its meaning of a slight involuntary flinching or grimacing movement ever since.

Idioms with the word WINCE

  • wince at sth The idiom "wince at something" means to react with a slight involuntary grimace or flinch in response to something unpleasant, painful, embarrassing, or distasteful. It indicates a physical or emotional reaction of discomfort or disapproval.

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Plural form of WINCE is WINCES

Conjugate verb Wince

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have winced
you would have winced
he/she/it would have winced
we would have winced
they would have winced
I would have wince
you would have wince
he/she/it would have wince
we would have wince
they would have wince

CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

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

CONDITIONAL PRESENT

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

CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

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

FUTURE

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

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

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

FUTURE PERFECT

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

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

IMPERATIVE

you wince
we let´s wince

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to wince

PAST CONTINUOUS

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

PAST PARTICIPLE

winced

PAST PERFECT

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

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT

I wince
you wince
he/she/it winces
we wince
they wince

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

wincing

PRESENT PERFECT

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

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it wince

SIMPLE PAST

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

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