How Do You Spell BLUSHING?

Pronunciation: [blˈʌʃɪŋ] (IPA)

The word "blushing" is spelled with a "sh" sound in the middle, even though it is pronounced with a "zh" sound. This is because the combination of the letters "sh" and "i" in English typically results in a "sh" sound. In phonetic transcription, this word is spelled /ˈblʌʃɪŋ/. The sound represented by the symbol "ʒ" is commonly spelled with the letter "s" followed by the letter "h" in English, but in this case, the "sh" spelling is used due to historical reasons.

BLUSHING Meaning and Definition

1. Blushing refers to a physiological response in which one's face and/or neck turn reddish or pinkish due to an emotional reaction, typically arising from embarrassment, shyness, modesty, or a sudden increase in blood flow. This reaction is caused by the dilation of blood vessels close to the skin's surface, resulting in the visible color change. Blushing is often an involuntary and uncontrollable response, and it is most commonly observed in humans, although it can occur in some mammals as well.

   The act of blushing is intimately connected to feelings of self-consciousness or uneasiness, triggered by situations that elicit feelings of shame, guilt, anxiety, or social pressure. It can manifest as a temporary glow or flush across the cheeks, spreading to the neck or ears, and sometimes even extending to the chest or upper body. Blushing can vary in intensity and duration depending on the individual and the circumstances.

   Blushing can serve as a communicative signal, conveying embarrassment or vulnerability to others, as it is often accompanied by other nonverbal cues like lowered gaze, fidgeting, or a hesitant smile. It can also be seen as an endearing or charming trait, highlighting a person's genuineness or modesty. In some cases, individuals may try to suppress or hide their blushing, which can lead to further discomfort or self-consciousness.

   While blushing is usually associated with negative emotions, it can also occur in response to positive experiences, such as receiving compliments, experiencing joy, or feeling admiration. Overall, blushing is a natural and common phenomenon associated with emotional responsiveness and can have both psychological and social implications.

2. Showing a blush.

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

Top Common Misspellings for BLUSHING *

• blusing 83.3333333%

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Other Common Misspellings for BLUSHING

• flurshing
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• brishing
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Etymology of BLUSHING

The word "blushing" originated from the Middle English word "blushen" or "blusshen", which came from the Old English word "blyscan" or "blǣscan". These Old English terms were formed from the Proto-Germanic word "*blǣskanan", which meant "to shine" or "to burn". This ultimately traces back to the Proto-Indo-European base "*bhel-" meaning "to shine" or "to become red". The sense of blushing first referred to reddening of the face due to embarrassment or shyness, and that meaning has carried into modern usage.

Similar spelling words for BLUSHING

• clashing,
• Bleaching,
• blassingame,
• blacking,
• Blurting,
• blocking,
• brushing,
• blessing,
• flashing,
• blazing,
• blasini,
• Flushing,
• Blurring,
• blasingame,
• blush wine,
• lashing,
• Blessinger,
• belching,
• blossoming,
• blushingly,
• slashing.

Plural form of BLUSHING is BLUSHINGS

Conjugate verb Blushing

CONDITIONAL

I would blush

we would blush

you would blush

he/she/it would blush

they would blush

FUTURE

I will blush

we will blush

you will blush

he/she/it will blush

they will blush

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have blushed

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PAST

I blushed

we blushed

you blushed

he/she/it blushed

they blushed

PAST PERFECT

I had blushed

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you had blushed

he/she/it had blushed

they had blushed

PRESENT

I blush

we blush

you blush

he/she/it blushes

they blush

PRESENT PERFECT

I have blushed

we have blushed

you have blushed

he/she/it has blushed

they have blushed

I am blushing

we are blushing

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he/she/it is blushing

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I have been blushing

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I would be blushing

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