How Do You Spell CONCLUDING?

Pronunciation: [kənklˈuːdɪŋ] (IPA)

Concluding, /kən'kluːdɪŋ/, is a present participle of the verb conclude, meaning to bring something to an end or arrive at a decision after considering all the facts. It is spelled with a "c" at the beginning, followed by the letter "o" and the digraph "n." The second syllable is pronounced with a long "u" sound, represented by the IPA symbol /uː/, and is spelled with a "cl" consonant cluster followed by "u" and "d." Finally, the word ends with the suffix "-ing," representing the present participle form.

CONCLUDING Meaning and Definition

1. The term "concluding" functions as an adjective that describes the action or state of reaching an end or finalizing something. It refers to the process of bringing something to a close or completion, often providing a final summary or resolution. When an event, discussion, or activity is concluding, it encompasses the final stages or moments, indicating that it is about to end or has just ended.

   In a literary context, "concluding" represents the final section or chapter of a written work where authors typically wrap up the narrative or argument, offer a resolution, and deliver the concluding thoughts. It serves as an opportunity for writers to summarize their main ideas, reiterate key points, or present a concluding opinion.

   Furthermore, "concluding" can also denote the act of making a deduction or reaching an inference based on available evidence, effectively bringing an end to speculation or uncertainty. It implies the final evaluation of facts or information to form a conclusion or make a decision. This use of the term often pertains to logical reasoning, scientific investigations, or problem-solving processes.

   Overall, "concluding" refers to the act of finalizing, closing, or bringing to an end a particular event, discussion, written work, or thought process, thereby encapsulating the final stages or moments.

2. Final; closing.

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

Top Common Misspellings for CONCLUDING *

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• conluding 25%

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Other Common Misspellings for CONCLUDING

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Etymology of CONCLUDING

The word "concluding" is derived from the verb "conclude", which has its roots in Latin. It comes from the Latin word "concludere", which is a combination of "con-" (meaning "together" or "completely") and "cludere" (meaning "to shut" or "to close"). Thus, "concludere" originally meant "to shut completely" or "to close together". Over time, the meaning of the word evolved, and in English, "conclude" refers to bringing something to an end or reaching a final determination. The adjective form "concluding" implies something that is final or serves as a conclusion.

Similar spelling words for CONCLUDING

• conclude,
• counseling,
• counselling,
• concealing,
• concludes,
• Concocting,
• conclusive,
• concluded,
• Including,
• conciliating,
• Consulting,
• conoclinium,
• conclusion.

Conjugate verb Concluding

CONDITIONAL

I would conclude

we would conclude

you would conclude

he/she/it would conclude

they would conclude

FUTURE

I will conclude

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FUTURE PERFECT

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PAST

I concluded

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PAST PERFECT

I had concluded

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PRESENT

I conclude

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PRESENT PERFECT

I have concluded

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