How Do You Spell CONNOTE?

Pronunciation: [kənˈə͡ʊt] (IPA)

The word "connote" is spelled phonetically as /kəˈnoʊt/. It is derived from the Latin word "connotare," which means "to mark together." The stress is on the second syllable, and it is pronounced with a long "o" sound in the first syllable. The spelling follows English language rules regarding the use of "e" to indicate a long vowel sound, and the use of "o" in unstressed syllables to indicate a short vowel sound. Proper use of spelling and phonetic transcription ensures clear communication and understanding of language.

CONNOTE Meaning and Definition

  1. The verb "connote" refers to the act of suggesting or implying a specific meaning or association in addition to the explicit or primary one. It is commonly used to describe the underlying or secondary connotations that a word, phrase, or symbol carries in addition to its literal meaning. When something is said to connote something else, it means that it is indirectly expressing or hinting at certain qualities, emotions, or ideas related to the primary meaning.

    Connotation goes beyond the objective or denotative definition of a term, tapping into the realm of subjective interpretations and cultural contexts. It involves the emotional, cultural, or social undertones that a word embodies, often influencing the way it is perceived or understood by individuals or groups. These connotations can be positive, negative, or neutral, and they can vary across different contexts and cultures.

    For instance, the word "home" may connote a sense of safety, comfort, and belonging for many people, while "confinement" may connote a negative or restrictive atmosphere. Similarly, colors like red can connote passion or danger, while blue may connote tranquility or sadness.

    In summary, "connote" refers to the process of suggesting or evoking additional meanings or associations beyond the literal definition of a word or symbol. It encompasses the subjective, emotional, and cultural undertones that shape the interpretative landscape of language.

  2. To imply; to include; to betoken.

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

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Etymology of CONNOTE

The word "connote" can be traced back to the Latin word "connotare", which is a combination of "con-" (meaning "together") and "notare" (meaning "to mark" or "to note"). It was first used in English in the 1660s, derived from the French word "connoter" which had a similar meaning. The term refers to the act of implying or suggesting something in addition to the literal or primary meaning of a word or expression.

Similar spelling words for CONNOTE

Conjugate verb Connote

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have connoted
you would have connoted
he/she/it would have connoted
we would have connoted
they would have connoted
I would have connote
you would have connote
he/she/it would have connote
we would have connote
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CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

I would have been connoting
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he/she/it would have been connoting
we would have been connoting
they would have been connoting

CONDITIONAL PRESENT

I would connote
you would connote
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we would connote
they would connote

CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

I would be connoting
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we would be connoting
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FUTURE

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

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be connoting
you will be connoting
he/she/it will be connoting
we will be connoting
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FUTURE PERFECT

I will have connoted
you will have connoted
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we will have connoted
they will have connoted

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

IMPERATIVE

you connote
we let´s connote

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to connote

PAST CONTINUOUS

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

PAST PARTICIPLE

connoted

PAST PERFECT

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

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT

I connote
you connote
he/she/it connotes
we connote
they connote

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

connoting

PRESENT PERFECT

I have connoted
you have connoted
he/she/it has connoted
we have connoted
they have connoted

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been connoting
you have been connoting
he/she/it has been connoting
we have been connoting
they have been connoting

PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it connote

SIMPLE PAST

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

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