How Do You Spell BENCH?

Pronunciation: [bˈɛnt͡ʃ] (IPA)

The word "bench" is spelled with five letters: b, e, n, c, and h. In IPA phonetic transcription, it is represented as /bɛntʃ/. The "b" at the beginning is pronounced with voiced bilabial stop, followed by a short "e" with open-mid front unrounded vowel. The "n" is pronounced with voiced alveolar nasal, and the "c" is pronounced with voiceless palatal stop. The word ends with voiceless glottal fricative phoneme "h". Overall, the word has a simple but distinctive sound.

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BENCH Meaning and Definition

  1. Bench, noun:

    1. A long, sturdy seat for two or more people, typically made of wood or stone, with or without a backrest. It is commonly found in parks, gardens, waiting areas, and public spaces, serving as a resting place.

    2. A flat, horizontal surface, usually elevated and supported by legs or a frame, used for seating or working. It can be made of various materials such as wood, metal, or plastic. Benches of this type can be found in schools, sports stadiums, courthouses, and workshops.

    3. In sports, namely basketball or soccer, a term to describe the reserve players who are not actively participating in the game but are available to substitute for the active players when needed. The bench is often positioned on the sidelines or near the playing area.

    4. A metaphorical term used to denote a position or role that is not actively involved in a particular activity or decision-making process. It refers to being placed in a secondary or supporting position rather than having an active role or authority.

    5. In criminal law, a term referring to the seat where the judge presides in a courtroom, often elevated and facing the rest of the courtroom, symbolizing the authority and impartiality of the judge.

    6. A measurement of distance used in surveying, where a bench mark refers to a permanent marker or point of known elevation or position used as a reference for determining the elevation of other points or objects.

  2. • To furnish with benches.
    • A long seat of wood or stone; a strong table; the seat of the judges; the judges or magistrates on it.

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

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Etymology of BENCH

The word "bench" is derived from the Old English word "benc", which can be traced back to the Proto-Germanic word "bankiz". This Proto-Germanic root also gave rise to related words in other Germanic languages, such as the German word "Bank" and the Dutch word "bank". Ultimately, the etymology of "bench" can be linked to the Latin word "bancus", which referred to a raised platform or bench often used by judges or public officials.

Idioms with the word BENCH

  • on the bench The idiom "on the bench" typically refers to someone who is currently not actively participating or involved in a particular activity or task. It often implies being sidelined or temporarily inactive, specifically in the context of sports or legal professions.
  • warm the bench The idiom "warm the bench" refers to someone who is not given the opportunity to participate or play in a certain activity, most commonly used in sports. It implies that the person is relegated to the sidelines or bench and is not actively involved in the action or decision-making.
  • bench jockey The idiom "bench jockey" refers to someone who criticizes, taunts, or teases others from a position of safety or inactivity, typically without actively participating or making any meaningful contributions themselves. It is often used in sports contexts, where individuals sitting on the bench or sidelines mock or belittle players on the field.
  • grab some bench The idiom "grab some bench" typically means to take a seat or sit down. It is often used as a command or instruction for someone to find a place to rest, often in a casual or informal manner.
  • take the bench The idiom "take the bench" typically refers to someone assuming the role or position of a judge in a courtroom. It is often used to describe when a new judge begins their duties or when a judge presides over a case. It can also figuratively mean someone taking on a position of authority or responsibility in a particular field or organization.
  • bench warmer The idiom "bench warmer" refers to a person who participates in a team or group but rarely gets the opportunity to actively participate or contribute. It is often used to describe someone who remains on the sidelines or is given a lesser role, typically in sports, where they spend most of their time sitting on the bench during games instead of actively participating on the field or court. This term is metaphorically used to describe someone who is excluded or overlooked, and does not get much or any involvement or recognition.

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Plural form of BENCH is BENCHES

Conjugate verb Bench

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have benched
you would have benched
he/she/it would have benched
we would have benched
they would have benched
I would have bench
you would have bench
he/she/it would have bench
we would have bench
they would have bench

CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

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

CONDITIONAL PRESENT

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

CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

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

FUTURE

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

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

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

FUTURE PERFECT

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

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

IMPERATIVE

you bench
we let´s bench

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to bench

PAST CONTINUOUS

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

PAST PARTICIPLE

benched

PAST PERFECT

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

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT

I bench
you bench
he/she/it benches
we bench
they bench

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

benching

PRESENT PERFECT

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

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it bench

SIMPLE PAST

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

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