How Do You Spell BAPTISE?

Pronunciation: [bˈapta͡ɪz] (IPA)

The word "baptise" is a verb that means to immerse or sprinkle with water as a religious rite of initiation. Its spelling is derived from the Greek word "baptizein," which means to immerse or dip. The IPA phonetic transcription of this word is /bæpˈtaɪz/ or "bap-tize." In American English, the spelling is often simplified to "baptize," while British English more commonly uses "baptise." Regardless of the spelling, the pronunciation remains the same.

BAPTISE Meaning and Definition

1. Baptise is a verb that refers to a religious or ceremonial act of immersing or anointing someone with water, typically as a symbol of purification, initiation into a religious community, or admission into a specific faith or religious belief system. The term is commonly associated with Christianity, where it is a sacrament and an essential part of becoming a member of the Christian church.

   During the baptismal ritual, water is used to cleanse and sanctify the individual, symbolizing their spiritual rebirth and commitment to their faith. It is seen as a means of forgiveness, a way to wash away sins, and a step towards salvation in many Christian denominations.

   The act of baptism can take various forms depending on the specific religious tradition. For example, some Christian denominations practice full immersion baptism, where the individual is fully submerged in water, while others may use a sprinkling or pouring of water. The water is often blessed or consecrated by a religious authority before being used in the baptismal ceremony.

   Beyond religious contexts, the word "baptise" can sometimes be used in a metaphorical or symbolic sense to describe initiation or dedication into certain ideologies, movements, or practices outside of Christianity. In these cases, the act of baptising may represent a person's formal introduction or initiation into a new group, belief system, or way of life.

2. To administer the rite of baptism.

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

Common Misspellings for BAPTISE

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Etymology of BAPTISE

The word "baptise" comes from the Middle English word "baptisen" which is derived from the Old French "baptiser". The Old French term is further derived from the Late Latin word "baptizare", which was formed from the Greek word "baptizein". The Greek word has its roots in "baptein", meaning "to dip". Ultimately, the Greek term comes from the Indo-European root "*gweubh-" meaning "to dip" or "to plunge". The word "baptise" is primarily used in Christian contexts, referring to the act of performing the Christian sacrament of baptism.

Similar spelling words for BAPTISE

• baptismal,
• baptism,
• Baptista,
• baptists,
• baptisia,
• baptistry,
• baptist,
• baptize,
• baptistery,
• baptised,
• Baptiste,
• baptistic,
• Baptized.

Conjugate verb Baptise

CONDITIONAL

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FUTURE

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IMPERATIVE

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NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to baptise

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