How Do You Spell ASTRINGENTLY?

Pronunciation: [ɐstɹˈɪnd͡ʒəntli] (IPA)

The spelling of the word "astringently" can be explained using IPA phonetic transcription as /əˈstrɪndʒəntli/. The first syllable starts with a schwa sound, followed by a stressed "strind" sound using the /ɪ/ vowel in the middle. The "-ently" ending is pronounced with a schwa sound and a nasal /n/ sound, followed by the /t/ and /li/ sounds. This word is commonly used to describe a harsh or sharp taste or smell, such as an astringent wine or medication.

Common Misspellings for ASTRINGENTLY

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• Astringintly
• Astringaly
• Astrogently

Etymology of ASTRINGENTLY

The word "astringently" is derived from the base word "astringent" with the addition of the adverbial suffix "-ly". The term "astringent" comes from the Latin word "astringens", which is the present participle of the verb "astringere". In Latin, "astringere" means "to bind fast" or "to tighten", and it is formed by combining the prefix "ad-" (meaning "to" or "toward") with the verb "stringere" (meaning "to bind" or "to draw tight"). Over time, the term "astringent" expanded its meaning to refer to substances or tastes that cause a sensation of tightening or puckering, often associated with dryness. The adverbial form "astringently" denotes the manner or style of something being done with an astringent quality or in a tightening or constricting way.