How Do You Spell BESEEM?

Pronunciation: [bɪsˈiːm] (IPA)

The word "beseem" is often spelled with the letters "b-e-s-e-e-m." However, the correct pronunciation is actually "buh-seem." This can be explained using IPA (International Phonetic Alphabet) as /bɪˈsiːm/. Despite its unusual spelling, beseem is a verb that means "to be appropriate or fitting." It is a formal word that is used rarely in modern English, but can still be found in literature or formal writing. It's important to remember the correct pronunciation when using this word to avoid confusion.

BESEEM Meaning and Definition

  1. Beseem is a verb that is mainly used in literature, particularly in poetry or archaic language. It is derived from the Old English word "bisemian" and means to be suitable or appropriate for someone or something.

    When something beseems an individual or a situation, it signifies that it is in accordance with their character, circumstances, or the standards that are expected of them. This term is often used to express the idea of something being fitting or proper, and it emphasizes the harmonious or suitable nature between an action, appearance, or behavior and the person or situation in question.

    For example, in a poem or a piece of literature, one might say, "He appeared mellow and wise, beseeming a man of his age and experience." Here, the word "beseeming" suggests that the person's appearance fits well with their age and wisdom, creating a sense of appropriateness.

    In a broader sense, "beseem" can also refer to the notion of something being worthy or deserving of a particular action or treatment. It can express a moral code or cultural expectation regarding how certain individuals or circumstances should be regarded or treated.

    Overall, "beseem" conveys the concept of something conforming to the qualities, characteristics, or expectations that are deemed suitable or appropriate in a given context.

  2. To become; to befit; to be decent for.

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

Common Misspellings for BESEEM

Etymology of BESEEM

The word "beseem" originated from Middle English and is derived from the Old English word "beseon" or "bisēman". Its etymology can be traced back to the combination of the prefix "be-" (meaning "about" or "around") and the verb "seon" (meaning "to see" or "to behold"). Therefore, the literal sense of "beseem" is "to befit" or "to appear suitable or proper", as if seeing or observing that something is fitting.

Similar spelling words for BESEEM

Conjugate verb Beseem

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have beseemed
you would have beseemed
he/she/it would have beseemed
we would have beseemed
they would have beseemed
I would have beseem
you would have beseem
he/she/it would have beseem
we would have beseem
they would have beseem

CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

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

CONDITIONAL PRESENT

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

CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

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

FUTURE

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

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

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

FUTURE PERFECT

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

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

IMPERATIVE

you beseem
we let´s beseem

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to beseem

PAST CONTINUOUS

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

PAST PARTICIPLE

beseemed

PAST PERFECT

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

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT

I beseem
you beseem
he/she/it beseems
we beseem
they beseem

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

beseeming

PRESENT PERFECT

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

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it beseem

SIMPLE PAST

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

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