How Do You Spell CLEFT?

Pronunciation: [klˈɛft] (IPA)

The word "cleft" is typically spelled with the consonants /kl/ and the diphthong /ɛft/. This results in the IPA transcription of /klɛft/. The initial /kl/ sound is made by combining the two separate sounds of a hard /k/ and a liquid /l/. The word is pronounced with a short vowel sound in the initial syllable, which is followed by a diphthong that includes both an "eh" and "f" sound. "Cleft" typically means a split or a separation, most commonly used in reference to rocks or bones.

CLEFT Meaning and Definition

  1. Cleft is a term that can be used as both a noun and an adjective. As a noun, cleft refers to a crack, fissure, or split in an object, particularly in the earth's surface, a rock, or a material surface. It signifies a separation or separation line that may occur naturally or be caused by external factors. For example, a cleft in a mountain range would indicate a deep narrow valley or gorge running between peaks.

    Alternatively, cleft can also be used as an adjective to describe something that is divided or split, often indicating a distinct separation or opening. For instance, a cleft lip refers to a physical condition where the upper lip has a gap or opening that is not fully formed during fetal development. Similarly, a cleft palate refers to a congenital anomaly where the roof of the mouth is not fully closed.

    Moreover, cleft can be metaphorically used to describe a divide or separation in non-physical contexts. For instance, an organization or a community can have a cleft, indicating a division or disagreement within its members. It implies a significant rift or schism that may affect unity or cohesion.

    Overall, whether used as a noun or an adjective, cleft denotes a split, crack, or separation, whether physical or metaphorical, that exists within an object, structure, or abstract concept.

  2. • Did cleave.
    • Divided by force.
    • A crack; a gap; a crevice.

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

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Etymology of CLEFT

The word "cleft" has its origins in Old English. It comes from the Old English word "cloft" or "cleoft", which means a split or fissure. This Old English word itself originated from the Proto-Germanic word "kluftaz", meaning a cleft or chasm. The word has remained largely unchanged in its meaning and pronunciation over the centuries, still referring to a narrow opening or a split between two parts.

Idioms with the word CLEFT

  • be in a cleft stick The idiom "be in a cleft stick" means to be in a difficult or troublesome situation from which it is hard to escape or find a satisfactory solution. It implies being caught between two equally challenging choices or caught in a dilemma with no favorable options.
  • in a cleft stick The idiom "in a cleft stick" refers to being in a difficult or challenging situation where one is caught between two equally undesirable options, making it hard to find a satisfactory resolution. It implies a sense of being trapped or stuck, unable to easily escape or find a favorable outcome.
  • be (or be caught) in a cleft stick The idiom "be (or be caught) in a cleft stick" means to be in a difficult or tricky situation where one is faced with two equally undesirable options or choices. It refers to a metaphorical situation where a person feels trapped or stuck between two conflicting or uncomfortable situations, and any decision they make will have negative consequences. Essentially, it implies being in a no-win situation.
  • be (caught) in a cleft stick The idiom "be (caught) in a cleft stick" refers to being in a difficult or compromising situation with no easy or favorable options available. It conveys a sense of being trapped or caught between two equally unappealing choices or circumstances.

Similar spelling words for CLEFT

Plural form of CLEFT is CLEFTS

Conjugate verb Cleft

CONDITIONAL

I would cleft
you would cleft
he/she/it would cleft
we would cleft
they would cleft
I would cleave
we would cleave
you would cleave
he/she/it would cleave
they would cleave

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

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

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have cleft
you would have cleft
he/she/it would have cleft
we would have cleft
they would have cleft

CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

FUTURE

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

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

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

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have cleaved
you will have cleaved
he/she/it will have cleaved
we will have cleaved
they will have cleaved
I will have cleft, will have cleaved
we will have cleft, will have cleaved
you will have cleft, will have cleaved
he/she/it will have cleft, will have cleaved
they will have cleft, will have cleaved

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

IMPERATIVE

you cleave
we let´s cleave

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to cleave

PAST

I cleaved
you cleaved
he/she/it cleaved
we cleaved
they cleaved
I cleft, cleaved
we cleft, cleaved
you cleft, cleaved
he/she/it cleft, cleaved
they cleft, cleaved

PAST CONTINUOUS

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

PAST PARTICIPLE

cleaved

PAST PERFECT

I had cleaved
you had cleaved
he/she/it had cleaved
we had cleaved
they had cleaved
I had cleaved, had cleft
we had cleaved, had cleft
you had cleaved, had cleft
he/she/it had cleaved, had cleft
they had cleaved, had cleft

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT

I cleave
you cleave
he/she/it cleaves
we cleave
they cleave

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

cleaving

PRESENT PERFECT

I have cleaved
you have cleaved
he/she/it has cleaved
we have cleaved
they have cleaved
I have cleaved, have cleft
we have cleaved, have cleft
you have cleaved, have cleft
he/she/it has cleaved, has cleft
they have cleaved, have cleft

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been cleaving
you have been cleaving
he/she/it has been cleaving
we have been cleaving
they have been cleaving
I would have cleaved, would have cleft
we would have cleaved, would have cleft
you would have cleaved, would have cleft
he/she/it would have cleaved, would have cleft
they would have cleaved, would have cleft

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