How Do You Spell CANTILEVER?

Pronunciation: [kˈantɪlˌiːvə] (IPA)

Cantilever (/'kæntɪˌlɛvər/) is a term commonly used in engineering and construction, referring to a structure or support beam that is anchored at one end and extends outward. The word is spelled with "cant" as the prefix, denoting a slope or angle, and "lever" as the suffix, emphasizing the structural form. The IPA phonetic transcription helps to clarify the correct pronunciation and spelling of cantilever, highlighted by the stress on the second syllable and the schwa sound at the end of the word.

CANTILEVER Meaning and Definition

1. A cantilever refers to a structural element or design that is supported at only one end, while the other end is free to hang or project outwards. This construction technique involves a beam or a slab which is anchored on one side and extends horizontally without any additional support on the other side. The word "cantilever" is derived from the French language, meaning "to prop" or "to lean".

   Cantilevers are commonly found in architecture and engineering projects, where they are utilized to create overhangs, balconies, bridges, or other structures that require a minimalistic appearance or a unique aesthetic appeal. These designs offer several advantages such as reduced need for supporting pillars or columns, improved open space utilization, and allowance for creative and innovative architectural designs.

   Structurally, cantilevers need to be meticulously designed to ensure their stability and safety. Engineers must carefully calculate the load-bearing capacity and perform comprehensive stress analysis to prevent structural failure. Reinforced materials such as steel, concrete, or composite materials are often employed to enhance their strength and durability.

   Cantilevers have a wide range of applications, both in large-scale projects and smaller household items. From grand architectural marvels to simple shelves or countertops, this structural system has proven to be both functional and visually appealing, enabling designers to push the boundaries of traditional construction techniques.

Top Common Misspellings for CANTILEVER *

• cantalever 50%
• cantelever 50%

* The statistics data for these misspellings percentages are collected from over 15,411,110 spell check sessions on www.spellchecker.net from Jan 2010 - Jun 2012.

Other Common Misspellings for CANTILEVER

• cantiliever
• xantilever
• vantilever
• fantilever
• dantilever
• czntilever
• csntilever
• cwntilever
• cqntilever
• cabtilever
• camtilever
• cajtilever
• cahtilever
• canrilever
• cantilevwer
• cantilver
• cantileever
• cantaleever
• canteliever
• cantileaver
• Cantilatee
• Cantileaverd

Etymology of CANTILEVER

The word "cantilever" originated from the medieval Latin term "cantellus", which referred to the bracket or projecting arm of a small crane. This Latin word was derived from the Old North French term "cantel", meaning a corner or piece cut off. The word further evolved in French as "antleve" or "antive", which denoted a projecting beam or bracket. Eventually, the term entered the English language in the mid-17th century as "cantilever", used to describe a beam anchored at one end and projecting outwards to support a structure.

Similar spelling words for CANTILEVER

• cantillate,
• centiliter,
• centile.

Plural form of CANTILEVER is CANTILEVERS

Conjugate verb Cantilever

CONDITIONAL

I would cantilever

you would cantilever

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we would cantilever

they would cantilever

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

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they would be cantilevering

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have cantilever

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CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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FUTURE

I will cantilever

you will cantilever

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FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be cantilevering

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FUTURE PERFECT

I will have cantilevered

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FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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IMPERATIVE

you cantilever

we let´s cantilever

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to cantilever

PAST

I cantilevered

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we cantilevered

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PAST CONTINUOUS

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PAST PARTICIPLE

cantilevered

PAST PERFECT

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PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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PRESENT

I cantilever

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he/she/it cantilevers

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PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am cantilevering

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we are cantilevering

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PRESENT PARTICIPLE

cantilevering

PRESENT PERFECT

I have cantilevered

you have cantilevered

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we have cantilevered

they have cantilevered

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been cantilevering

you have been cantilevering

he/she/it has been cantilevering

we have been cantilevering

they have been cantilevering