How Do You Spell ABBREVIATED?

Pronunciation: [ɐbɹˈiːvɪˌe͡ɪtɪd] (IPA)

The spelling of the word "abbreviated" can be explained using the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) phonetic transcription. The first syllable "ab-" is pronounced with a short "æ" sound, followed by a long "i" sound with the use of the letter "i". The second syllable "-bre-" is pronounced with a short "ɛ" sound, followed by a voiced "b" sound. The final syllable "-vi-ated" is pronounced with a long "eɪ" sound, and the letter "t" is pronounced as an unreleased consonant.

ABBREVIATED Meaning and Definition

1. Abbreviated is an adjective that describes something made shorter or condensed by the omission or removal of certain parts. It refers to a word, phrase, or text that has been shortened or abridged through the use of abbreviations. In the context of linguistics, it refers to the act of using abbreviations to represent longer words or phrases, often done to save space or time.

   In written communication, abbreviated can describe a specific format or style of writing that uses shortened or contracted words or phrases. This can be commonly seen in informal texts, online messaging, or social media platforms where brevity and efficiency are prioritized.

   The term abbreviated can also refer to a longer work or piece of literature that has been summarized or condensed into a shorter version. This is often done to provide a concise and quicker understanding of the original work, making it more accessible or suitable for a specific audience or purpose.

   In general, abbreviated can be used to characterize anything that has been shortened or reduced in length, duration, or size. It encapsulates the essence of an item or concept while eliminating unnecessary details. By eliminating excess information, abbreviated forms can facilitate quicker and clearer communication, aiding in the transmission of ideas and messages.

Top Common Misspellings for ABBREVIATED *

• abreviated 60.8%
• abbrevaited 17.6%
• abbriviated 3.2%
• abbreavieted 2.4%
• abrieviated 1.6%
• abriviated 1.6%
• abbreaviatd 1.6%
• abbrivated 1.6%

* The statistics data for these misspellings percentages are collected from over 15,411,110 spell check sessions on www.spellchecker.net from Jan 2010 - Jun 2012.

Other Common Misspellings for ABBREVIATED

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• Unabbrevieated
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Etymology of ABBREVIATED

The word "abbreviated" derives from the Latin word "abbreviare", which is a combination of "ad" meaning "to" or "towards" and "brevis" meaning "short". It entered the English language in the late 15th century and originally meant to make something shorter or to shorten. Over time, it developed to refer more specifically to a shortened or condensed version of a word, phrase, or text.

Idioms with the word ABBREVIATED

• abbreviated piece of nothing The idiom "abbreviated piece of nothing" refers to something that is short, brief, or of little importance. It suggests that what is being discussed is not significant or lacking in substance.

Similar spelling words for ABBREVIATED

• abbreviation,
• abbreviator,
• abbreviate.

Conjugate verb Abbreviated

CONDITIONAL

I would abbreviate

we would abbreviate

you would abbreviate

he/she/it would abbreviate

they would abbreviate

FUTURE

I will abbreviate

we will abbreviate

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he/she/it will abbreviate

they will abbreviate

FUTURE PERFECT

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PAST

I abbreviated

we abbreviated

you abbreviated

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they abbreviated

PAST PERFECT

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PRESENT

I abbreviate

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they abbreviate

PRESENT PERFECT

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