How Do You Spell CARP?

Pronunciation: [kˈɑːp] (IPA)

The spelling of the word "carp" is quite unique. It is spelled with only four letters, yet includes a silent "r" that can be seen in the phonetic transcription of the word: /kɑːrp/. The "a" in "carp" is pronounced as a long vowel sound, while the "r" is not pronounced at all. The word "carp" refers to a type of freshwater fish, and is commonly used in the culinary arts. The phonetic transcription helps to explain the correct pronunciation of the word, despite its tricky spelling.

CARP Meaning and Definition

1. Carp is a noun that refers to a type of freshwater fish belonging to the family Cyprinidae, primarily found in Asia and Europe. It is known for its stout body, large scales, and long whisker-like barbels around its mouth. Carps are highly adaptable and can thrive in various aquatic environments ranging from lakes to slow-flowing rivers.

   In addition to their ecological significance, carps hold cultural and culinary importance in many regions. They are often consumed as a food source, being notably bred for their flesh, and are also considered a delicacy in certain cuisines. Due to their adaptability and ability to reproduce quickly, carps are widely cultivated in aquaculture industries around the world.

   Furthermore, carps have been introduced to many parts of the world for recreational fishing purposes, as they are known to put up a strong fight when hooked. Their popularity in angling circles has led to the development of specialized techniques and equipment for catching them.

   Overall, carps are characterized by their distinctive appearance and are associated with various economic, cultural, and recreational activities.

2. • To find fault with; to censure.

   • A fresh-water fish.

   • To snatch or catch at; to find fault, generally without sufficient reason; to cavil; to censure.

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

Common Misspellings for CARP

• carpte
• cario
• charp
• carsh
• barp
• carv
• cary
• cara
• carpul
• carpot
• courp
• carzy
• cari
• carma
• cargi
• carg
• carr
• cardo
• carf
• caamp
• caope
• carka
• caspe
• ccep
• carck
• carpt
• carpat
• carpwt
• caro
• carput
• earp
• msrp
• carmp
• carpit
• zerp
• ccard
• carn
• cauz
• campu
• camap
• curpt
• curp
• carm
• cfbp
• churp
• clapp
• canp
• tarpy
• carl
• carple
• aarpa
• camp2
• cpari
• carb
• corpo
• ccrap
• wearp
• arb
• arv
• arx
• ayp
• calo
• calp
• camy
• capp
• carpa
• carx
• caerx
• carop
• carj
• carrp
• garp
• carpy
• carh
• orp
• epcarp
• carpz
• cerup
• sarpp
• crz
• karpe
• carepy
• c3rd
• cbrp
• cyrp
• larop
• jwrp
• cazpk
• carpoe
• cyrpo
• ecaqrp
• karpp
• Karpz
• carlup
• KARPH
• Carppo
• Caspj
• Pecarp
• Careap

Etymology of CARP

The word carp originated from the Old Norse word karfi or karpa, which then entered Middle English as carpe. This eventually evolved into the modern English word carp.

Idioms with the word CARP

• carp about sm or sth The idiom "carp about someone or something" means to complain, criticize, or grumble about someone or something in a persistent and often nitpicky manner. It refers to the act of finding fault or expressing dissatisfaction with a particular person, situation, or thing.
• carp about (someone or something) The idiom "carp about (someone or something)" means to constantly complain or find fault with someone or something without taking any action to resolve the issue. It refers to someone who frequently expresses dissatisfaction or gripes about someone or something without offering any constructive feedback or suggestions.
• carp at (one) The idiom "carp at (one)" means to constantly criticize or complain about someone or their actions in a petty or nagging way. It refers to the act of finding fault and expressing dissatisfaction.
• carp at sm (about sm or sth) The idiom "carp at someone or something (about someone or something)" means to complain or find fault with someone or something repeatedly and in a nitpicking manner. It refers to continually criticizing or expressing dissatisfaction with minor details or aspects, often without justifiable cause.
• carp about The idiom "carp about" means to complain or find fault in a nagging or persistent manner. It refers to the act of continuously criticizing or nitpicking about something, often without offering any solutions or constructive input.
• carp at someone (about someone or something) To "carp at someone (about someone or something)" means to constantly complain or criticize someone or something, often in a nagging or fault-finding manner. It implies finding faults and expressing dissatisfaction about the person or situation in a repetitive and often unconstructive way.
• carp at someone or something The idiom "carp at someone or something" means to constantly complain or find fault with someone or something, often in a nagging or critical manner.
• carp at sm or sth The idiom "carp at someone or something" means to constantly complain or find fault with someone or something, often in a petty or nagging manner.

Similar spelling words for CARP

• CREIPI,
• KRPI,
• WCARIB,
• krubi,
• crape,
• caribou,
• grope,
• Garrupa,
• Gerbe,
• GERB,
• Crapy,
• Karob,
• Kirby,
• CCRB,
• Caribbee,
• card,
• caribi,
• crepe,
• kerb,
• curb,
• croup,
• cart,
• croupy,
• Kurrbi,
• CREB2,
• Crup,
• Corbie,
• Crope,
• QRP,
• CARHB,
• car,
• carabao,
• groupie,
• Kerby,
• GRB2,
• corp,
• Grype,
• Courb,
• grippe,
• WCRP,
• Caroba,
• Corb,
• COREPA,
• GHRP-6,
• CGRP-KLH,
• crappie,
• GWREP,
• KARAB,
• CRB3,
• crabby,
• Kirbie,
• C-GROUP,
• Kripo,
• carpio,
• COORB,
• grapy,
• crib,
• GRB,
• CRC/CRP,
• KARP-1,
• GREP,
• CAORB,
• QHERB,
• creep,
• GREB,
• C9RP,
• garbo,
• CRB/U,
• WCRB,
• CORBA,
• Querpo,
• cowherb,
• KAN/CARB,
• Corby,
• grapey,
• grubby,
• KRAB,
• CARB,
• crap,
• CREP,
• CARPE,
• CAMP-CRP,
• grip,
• Carpi,
• GRP75,
• WKRP,
• grabby,
• BN/GRP,
• GEREP,
• GRPP,
• CRPP,
• CORP-X,
• KAHRP,
• CREB,
• CGRPP,
• warp,
• GARP,
• CGRP,
• Creepie,
• KRP,
• PRO-GRP,
• crab,
• Courap,
• KRBW,
• GRIB,
• CCARIB,
• Carriboo,
• carboy,
• crp,
• carob,
• HKRBY,
• GRAP-DH,
• harp,
• garb,
• CRBOH,
• CARBO,
• CRB/WS,
• KORB,
• I-CGRP,
• re-group,
• group,
• CRYOHP,
• CHRP,
• creepy,
• CRB2,
• Graip,
• carhop,
• CRIHB,
• KARP,
• grub,
• GAARP,
• cap,
• CRB,
• GRIP-1,
• out-crop,
• CARBE,
• crop,
• grape,
• CARPA,
• CRIP,
• coereba,
• GRAP,
• Corbe,
• grab,
• Kerbie,
• GRB1,
• Crop-ear,
• Croppy,
• Grub-axe,
• CARIB-X,
• camp,
• P-CREB,
• CRP-R,
• Kirbey,
• krupp,
• croupe,
• GRP1,
• GHRP-1,
• CRB/M,
• KRBE,
• GRP94,
• caribe,
• CREB/ATF,
• GORP,
• GORB,
• CARIBOO,
• in-group,
• gripe,
• Gerboa,
• GRP-LI,
• CGRP-RCP,
• GRP,
• Crabbe,
• carib,
• GRP-10,
• care,
• Y-GROUP,
• CRP4,
• Kerbey,
• we-group,
• KREEP,
• crabbier,
• KRBO,
• KERP,
• grebe,
• GRAPO,
• grappa,
• crappy,
• CT/CGRP,
• Garbe,
• CRP2,
• creepier,
• CHRB,
• croupier,
• Carruba,
• Cuerpo,
• CGRPI,
• QRBIO.

Plural form of CARP is CARP OR CARPS

Conjugate verb Carp

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have carped

you would have carped

he/she/it would have carped

we would have carped

they would have carped

I would have carp

you would have carp

he/she/it would have carp

we would have carp

they would have carp

CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

I would have been carping

you would have been carping

he/she/it would have been carping

we would have been carping

they would have been carping

CONDITIONAL PRESENT

I would carp

you would carp

he/she/it would carp

we would carp

they would carp

CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

I would be carping

you would be carping

he/she/it would be carping

we would be carping

they would be carping

FUTURE

I will carp

you will carp

he/she/it will carp

we will carp

they will carp

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be carping

you will be carping

he/she/it will be carping

we will be carping

they will be carping

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have carped

you will have carped

he/she/it will have carped

we will have carped

they will have carped

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been carping

you will have been carping

he/she/it will have been carping

we will have been carping

they will have been carping

IMPERATIVE

you carp

we let´s carp

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to carp

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was carping

you were carping

he/she/it was carping

we were carping

they were carping

PAST PARTICIPLE

carped

PAST PERFECT

I had carped

you had carped

he/she/it had carped

we had carped

they had carped

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been carping

you had been carping

he/she/it had been carping

we had been carping

they had been carping

PRESENT

I carp

you carp

he/she/it carps

we carp

they carp

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am carping

you are carping

he/she/it is carping

we are carping

they are carping

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

carping

PRESENT PERFECT

I have carped

you have carped

he/she/it has carped

we have carped

they have carped

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been carping

you have been carping

he/she/it has been carping

we have been carping

they have been carping

PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it carp

SIMPLE PAST

I carped

you carped

he/she/it carped

we carped

they carped