How Do You Spell DELIGHTING?

Pronunciation: [dɪlˈa͡ɪtɪŋ] (IPA)

Delighting is spelled with the "i" before the "gh" because it follows the "magic e" rule in English. The letter "e" at the end of a word usually makes the vowel before it say its name. In this case, "i" says its long sound because it is followed by "e". The pronunciation of "Delighting" is [dɪˈlaɪtɪŋ], with the emphasis on the second syllable. This word means to bring pleasure or enjoyment to someone, and it is commonly used in expressions such as "delighting in something" or "delighting in doing something".

DELIGHTING Meaning and Definition

  1. Delighting is a verb that refers to the act of experiencing or causing great joy, pleasure, or satisfaction. It encompasses a sense of delight, amusement, or gratification that brings about a feeling of happiness or contentment.

    When used in the context of personal emotions, delighting refers to the state of being delighted or charmed by something or someone. It suggests that a person experiences strong positive emotions such as joy, excitement, or enchantment due to a particular event, situation, or individual. For instance, one might say, "She was delighting in the beautiful sunset, captivated by its colors and tranquility."

    In a broader context, delighting can also signify the act of providing others with enjoyment or gratification. This can be seen in situations where individuals make an effort to please or amuse someone else, often through pleasing actions, kind gestures, or thoughtful gifts. For example, a parent might plan a surprise party for their child's birthday to delight them and create a memorable experience.

    Overall, delighting involves creating or experiencing a sense of joy, pleasure, or contentment. It can occur within oneself or be directed toward others, reflecting a positive and satisfying emotional state.

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Etymology of DELIGHTING

The word "delighting" is derived from the verb "delight", which originated from the Middle English "deliten" and Old French "delitier". These roots can be traced back to the Latin word "delectare", meaning "to charm" or "to please". Ultimately, it can be connected to the Proto-Indo-European root "*del-" which signifies "to allure" or "to entice". The term "delighting" is formed by adding the suffix "-ing" to the verb stem, forming a present participle used as a noun or adjective.

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Conjugate verb Delighting

CONDITIONAL

I would delight
we would delight
you would delight
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they would delight

FUTURE

I will delight
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FUTURE PERFECT

I will have delighted
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PAST

I delighted
we delighted
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PAST PERFECT

I had delighted
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PRESENT

I delight
we delight
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PRESENT PERFECT

I have delighted
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I am delighting
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