How Do You Spell AWKWARDLY?

Pronunciation: [ˈɔːkwədli] (IPA)

The word "awkwardly" is spelled with the letters A-W-K-W-A-R-D-L-Y. The pronunciation of this word can be represented by the International Phonetic Alphabet as /ˈɔːkwərdli/ or "aw-kwurd-lee". The /kw/ sound in the middle of the word represents the combination of two consonant sounds, "k" and "w". The "ly" ending indicates that the word is an adverb. Despite its difficult spelling, "awkwardly" is a commonly used word in English to describe an action performed in a clumsy or uncomfortable manner.

AWKWARDLY Meaning and Definition

1. Awkwardly is an adverb that describes actions or behaviors done in a clumsy, uncomfortable, or ungainly manner. When someone does something awkwardly, they lack grace, ease, or skill in their movements or actions, resulting in a sense of unease or embarrassment. It often pertains to situations where individuals are unable to coordinate their movements effectively, resulting in a lack of fluidity in their actions.

   In social contexts, awkwardly can describe individuals who feel self-conscious or ill at ease, leading to a lack of confidence in their interactions with others. These individuals may exhibit hesitant, clumsy, or unsure behaviors, making conversations or social engagements uncomfortable for both parties involved.

   The term can also encompass situations that are uncomfortable or difficult to navigate due to their peculiar or unconventional nature. When things do not proceed as expected or when one is unprepared to handle a certain situation, they may find themselves awkwardly trying to find a solution or adapt to the circumstances.

   Awkwardly is an adverb that carries connotations of clumsiness, discomfort, and inelegance. It describes actions, behaviors, or situations that lack the smoothness or finesse typically associated with their execution.

Top Common Misspellings for AWKWARDLY *

• akwardly 66.6666666%
• awkardly 19.125683%
• ackwardly 6.0109289%
• awkawrdly 1.6393442%
• akwaardly 1.6393442%
• arkwardly 1.0928961%
• awakwardly 1.0928961%
• aquwardly 1.0928961%
• awquardly 1.0928961%

* 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 AWKWARDLY

• awkawardly
• awkwadly
• akawardly
• awkwardley
• awkwarldy
• awkwardy
• acwardly
• awkwards
• awckwardley
• akwardely

Etymology of AWKWARDLY

The word "awkwardly" can be traced back to the Middle English word "awkward", which was derived from Old Norse "öfugr" meaning "turned the wrong way around" or "contrary to what is expected". "Awkward" originally meant "turned in the wrong direction" or "perverse", but over time its meaning evolved to refer to something that is difficult to handle, causing difficulty or discomfort, or lacking in smoothness. The "-ly" suffix is added to "awkward" to form the adverb "awkwardly", meaning in a clumsy or ungainly manner.

Similar spelling words for AWKWARDLY

• awkward,
• awkwardness.