How Do You Spell COPPED?

Pronunciation: [kˈɒpt] (IPA)

The word "copped" is spelled with two p's, despite the fact that it may seem more logical to spell it with only one. This spelling follows the principle of phonetic doubling, which is a common feature of English spelling. In IPA phonetic transcription, "copped" is spelled /kɒpt/, with the stress on the first syllable. This word is commonly used as a slang term for "stolen" or "taken illegally", e.g. "He copped my phone".

COPPED Meaning and Definition

  1. Copped is a slang term that has evolved over time and is primarily used in informal contexts and certain subcultures. It is often employed as a verb and has multiple meanings, depending on the context in which it is used.

    One meaning of "copped" is to acquire or obtain something, typically through purchase or theft. This could refer to obtaining an item, especially one that is desirable or fashionable. For example, someone might say, "I finally copped those new sneakers I've been eyeing for months." Here, "copped" suggests successfully acquiring the coveted sneakers.

    In a different context, "copped" can mean to confess or admit guilt or responsibility for a particular action or wrongdoing. This usage is often found in police-related contexts or informal conversations. For instance, someone may say, "He copped to stealing the money," which means that the person admitted to committing the crime.

    Furthermore, "copped" can refer to being arrested or caught by law enforcement. It implies being apprehended or taken into custody. For instance, one might say, "He was copped for driving under the influence," signifying that the individual was arrested by the police for drunk driving.

    In summary, "copped" is a versatile slang term that can mean acquiring something, confessing guilt, or being arrested. Its specific meaning can only be determined based on the context in which it is used.

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Etymology of COPPED

The word "copped" is derived from the verb "cop", which originated around the late 18th century in England. "Cop" initially meant to seize or capture, derived from the Old French word "coper" meaning "to take or seize". This Old French word ultimately came from the Latin word "capere" meaning "to take or grab". Over time, "cop" started being used in various contexts, including acquiring or obtaining something illicitly or through theft. As slang developed, "copped" emerged as the past tense and past participle form of "cop", specifically referencing obtaining something illegally or getting caught by the police. It is commonly used in modern-day street vernacular, particularly within urban communities.

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Conjugate verb Copped

CONDITIONAL

I would copped
you would copped
he/she/it would copped
we would copped
they would copped
I would cop
we would cop
you would cop
he/she/it would cop
they would cop

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

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

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

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

CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

FUTURE

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

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

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

FUTURE PERFECT

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

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

IMPERATIVE

you cop
we let´s cop

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to cop

PAST

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

PAST CONTINUOUS

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

PAST PARTICIPLE

copped

PAST PERFECT

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

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT

I cop
you cop
he/she/it cops
we cop
they cop

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

copping

PRESENT PERFECT

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

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

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