How Do You Spell CHUCKLED?

Pronunciation: [t͡ʃˈʌkə͡ld] (IPA)

Chuckled (/ˈtʃʌkəld/) is a past tense verb meaning to laugh quietly or inwardly, usually with a sense of amusement. The IPA phonetic transcription of this word shows that the "ch" sound is pronounced as /tʃ/ and the "u" sound is pronounced as /ʌ/. The "k" sound is pronounced as /k/ and the "l" sound is pronounced as /l/. The final "ed" is pronounced as /d/ only if the preceding sound is voiced, which is the case here. Therefore, the spelling of the word "chuckled" is clear and consistent with the IPA phonetic transcription.

CHUCKLED Meaning and Definition

  1. "Chuckled" is a verb that refers to a soft, low, and somewhat secretive laughter or amusement. This action is typically characterized by a sound that is somewhere between a suppressed giggle and a light, throaty laugh. When one chuckles, they emit a soft, breathy noise, often rhythmical or intermittent, expressing their amusement or delight. This term is often associated with subtle humor or when something is found amusing but not hilarious enough to induce a full-blown laughter.

    The chuckle is distinct from other forms of laughter in its lower volume, making it more controlled and subdued. It may arise from finding something mildly humorous, comical, or ironic, typically in response to a funny comment, situation, or clever observation. Chuckling can also occur when someone reminisces about a fond or humorous memory, displaying their enjoyment or appreciation.

    The act of chuckling is usually non-disruptive, not drawing excessive attention to one's amusement. It is commonly expressed through short bursts of laughter, accompanied by a slight shaking of the shoulders or slight variations in vocal tone. The sound produced during a chuckle often brings a sense of lightheartedness and joy to a conversation or situation. Overall, chuckling is a gentle and pleasant form of laughter, conveying amusement, warmth, and a shared understanding of humor.

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Etymology of CHUCKLED

The word "chuckle" is derived from the Middle English word "chukelen" which is believed to be an onomatopoeic term, meaning that it imitates the sound associated with the action of chuckling. This Middle English term itself was influenced by the Old English word "ciegan", meaning "to laugh". Over time, "chuckle" developed into its current form and came to refer to a soft, suppressed laugh or a light-hearted amusement.

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Conjugate verb Chuckled

CONDITIONAL

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

FUTURE

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

FUTURE PERFECT

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

PAST

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

PAST PERFECT

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

PRESENT

I chuckle
we chuckle
you chuckle
he/she/it chuckles
they chuckle

PRESENT PERFECT

I have chuckled
we have chuckled
you have chuckled
he/she/it has chuckled
they have chuckled
I am chuckling
we are chuckling
you are chuckling
he/she/it is chuckling
they are chuckling
I was chuckling
we were chuckling
you were chuckling
he/she/it was chuckling
they were chuckling
I will be chuckling
we will be chuckling
you will be chuckling
he/she/it will be chuckling
they will be chuckling
I have been chuckling
we have been chuckling
you have been chuckling
he/she/it has been chuckling
they have been chuckling
I had been chuckling
we had been chuckling
you had been chuckling
he/she/it had been chuckling
they had been chuckling
I will have been chuckling
we will have been chuckling
you will have been chuckling
he/she/it will have been chuckling
they will have been chuckling
I would have chuckled
we would have chuckled
you would have chuckled
he/she/it would have chuckled
they would have chuckled
I would be chuckling
we would be chuckling
you would be chuckling
he/she/it would be chuckling
they would be chuckling
I would have been chuckling
we would have been chuckling
you would have been chuckling
he/she/it would have been chuckling
they would have been chuckling

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