How Do You Spell BLACKEN?

Pronunciation: [blˈakən] (IPA)

The word "blacken" is spelled with the letters b-l-a-c-k-e-n, and is pronounced /ˈblæk.ən/ in IPA phonetic transcription. The first syllable is stressed, with the "a" pronounced as the short "a" sound. The second syllable contains the "ck" sound followed by the schwa sound. The final syllable has the "-en" ending, with a short "e" sound followed by the nasal consonant "n". "Blacken" refers to the act of making something dark or sooty, and is commonly used in cooking and metallurgy.

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BLACKEN Meaning and Definition

  1. The term "blacken" is a transitive verb that denotes the act of making something black or dark in color, typically as a result of applying or exposing it to fire, smoke, soot, or other substances. The process of blackening typically involves altering the natural color or appearance of an object, surface, or material, causing it to become dark or black.

    Figuratively, "blacken" can refer to the act of tarnishing someone's reputation or character, overshadowing them with negative connotations. In this sense, it implies bringing discredit or dishonor upon a person, group, or institution by spreading false or damaging information or accusations.

    The term can also be used to describe the process of cooking certain foods. "Blackening" is a culinary technique commonly associated with Creole cuisine, where foods like fish, poultry, or meat are coated with a mixture of spices (such as paprika, cayenne, black pepper, thyme, and others) and then cooked over high heat. This method results in the formation of a dark, flavorful crust on the surface of the food.

    Furthermore, "blacken" can refer to the act of making something appear darker or richer in color by applying black pigments or dyes, especially in artistic or decorative contexts. This can be seen in various art forms, including painting, drawing, ceramics, and even tattooing.

    Overall, "blacken" encompasses a range of meanings related to the alteration of color, reputation, taste, or appearance, depending on the specific context in which it is used.

  2. To make black; to soil; to defame.

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

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Etymology of BLACKEN

The word "blacken" derives from the Old English word "blæcan", which in turn can be traced back to the Proto-Germanic word "blakaz". This Proto-Germanic word evolved into various cognates in other Germanic languages, such as the Old Norse "blakkr" and the Middle Dutch "blake". The term ultimately stems from the Proto-Indo-European root word "bhleg", which means "to burn" or "to shine". Over time, "blacken" acquired its specific meaning of making something black in color or appearance.

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Conjugate verb Blacken

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have blackened
you would have blackened
he/she/it would have blackened
we would have blackened
they would have blackened
I would have blacken
you would have blacken
he/she/it would have blacken
we would have blacken
they would have blacken

CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

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

CONDITIONAL PRESENT

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

CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

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

FUTURE

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

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

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

FUTURE PERFECT

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

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

IMPERATIVE

we Let's blacken
you blacken
we let´s blacken

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to blacken

PAST CONTINUOUS

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

PAST PARTICIPLE

blackened

PAST PERFECT

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

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT

I blacken
you blacken
he/she/it blackens
we blacken
they blacken

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

blackening

PRESENT PERFECT

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

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it blacken

SIMPLE PAST

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

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