How Do You Spell CORDELLE?

Pronunciation: [kˈɔːdɛl] (IPA)

The word "Cordelle" can be spelled as /kɔɹˈdɛl/ in IPA phonetic transcription. The first syllable is pronounced as "kɔɹ", which contains the vowel sound "ɔ" as in "saw". The second syllable is pronounced as "dɛl", which contains the vowel sound "ɛ" as in "pet". The spelling of the word "Cordelle" can be tricky because it contains a silent "e" at the end. It is important to remember to pronounce the "e" sound as "ɛ" and not to omit it completely.

CORDELLE Meaning and Definition

1. Cordelle is a term that refers to a specific type of small boat commonly used for towing larger vessels, particularly in inland waterways. It is typically a long and narrow boat, designed to navigate narrow canals and shallow waters efficiently. The name "cordelle" originates from the French word "cordel," meaning "rope" or "cord," which alludes to the traditional method of propulsion used by these boats.

   Cordelles are propelled by a technique known as "cordelling." This involves a group of individuals pulling the boat along the waterway by means of a long rope or cord attached to the bow. The rope is often wrapped around their shoulders, and they walk along the towpath, pulling the boat against the current. Cordelling requires great physical strength and coordination among the pullers.

   Historically, cordelles were used extensively during the era of canal navigation when horse-drawn boats were prevalent. They were particularly important in regions with challenging terrains where horse-drawn boats were unsuitable. Cordelles played a crucial role in transporting goods, such as timber, coal, and other commodities, along canals and rivers.

   In modern times, cordelles have mostly been replaced by motorized vessels and advanced towing techniques. However, they still hold significance in some areas for recreational purposes or as historical artifacts. Cordelles exemplify an important aspect of maritime heritage, showcasing the ingenuity of traditional methods of propulsion on waterways.

Common Misspellings for CORDELLE

• cordewlle
• crodelle

Etymology of CORDELLE

The word "Cordelle" has a French origin and its etymology can be traced back to the French word "corde", meaning "rope" or "cord". The suffix "-elle" indicates a diminutive form in French, often used to denote something small or specialized. Therefore, "cordelle" can be understood as a small rope or cord. This term is particularly associated with the historical practice of pulling boats along rivers or canals by using a line attached to the vessel, and it was commonly used in France and other French-speaking regions.

Plural form of CORDELLE is CORDELLES

Conjugate verb Cordelle

CONDITIONAL

I would cordelle

you would cordelle

he/she/it would cordelle

we would cordelle

they would cordelle

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

I would be cordelling

you would be cordelling

he/she/it would be cordelling

we would be cordelling

they would be cordelling

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have cordelle

you would have cordelle

he/she/it would have cordelle

we would have cordelle

they would have cordelle

CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I would have been cordelling

you would have been cordelling

he/she/it would have been cordelling

we would have been cordelling

they would have been cordelling

FUTURE

I will cordelle

you will cordelle

he/she/it will cordelle

we will cordelle

they will cordelle

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be cordelling

you will be cordelling

he/she/it will be cordelling

we will be cordelling

they will be cordelling

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have cordelled

you will have cordelled

he/she/it will have cordelled

we will have cordelled

they will have cordelled

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been cordelling

you will have been cordelling

he/she/it will have been cordelling

we will have been cordelling

they will have been cordelling

IMPERATIVE

you cordelle

we let´s cordelle

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to cordelle

PAST

I cordelled

you cordelled

he/she/it cordelled

we cordelled

they cordelled

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was cordelling

you were cordelling

he/she/it was cordelling

we were cordelling

they were cordelling

PAST PARTICIPLE

cordelled

PAST PERFECT

I had cordelled

you had cordelled

he/she/it had cordelled

we had cordelled

they had cordelled

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been cordelling

you had been cordelling

he/she/it had been cordelling

we had been cordelling

they had been cordelling

PRESENT

I cordelle

you cordelle

he/she/it cordelles

we cordelle

they cordelle

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am cordelling

you are cordelling

he/she/it is cordelling

we are cordelling

they are cordelling

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

cordelling

PRESENT PERFECT

I have cordelled

you have cordelled

he/she/it has cordelled

we have cordelled

they have cordelled

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been cordelling

you have been cordelling

he/she/it has been cordelling

we have been cordelling

they have been cordelling