How Do You Spell DIGGING?

Pronunciation: [dˈɪɡɪŋ] (IPA)

Digging is spelled d-i-g-g-i-n-g [ˈdɪɡɪŋ]. The word begins with the voiced consonant /d/ (represented by the symbol [d]) followed by the short vowel /ɪ/ (represented by the symbol [ɪ]). The double consonant /gg/ (represented by the symbol [ɡ]) indicates a short vowel sound and is followed by the suffix /-ing/ (represented by the symbol [ɪŋ]). The resulting word is pronounced with the stress on the first syllable, and is commonly used to describe the activity of excavating or turning over soil.

DIGGING Meaning and Definition

1. Digging refers to the act of using a tool or one's hands to break up, displace, or remove soil, dirt, or other types of material from the ground. It is a physical activity commonly employed for various purposes, such as gardening, construction, archaeology, mining, or landscaping.

   In gardening, digging involves creating holes, furrows, or trenches in the soil to plant seeds, bulbs, or young plants. This process allows for the loosening and aerating of the soil, making it more conducive for plant growth and ensuring proper root development. Additionally, digging in gardening may involve the removal of weeds, rocks, or other unwanted debris to establish a clean and fertile environment for the plants.

   In construction and landscaping, digging is often performed to excavate and shape the terrain. It can involve the removal of dirt and rocks to create foundations for buildings, swimming pools, or other structures. Digging in these contexts may also be used to create trenches or pathways for utility lines such as electricity, water, or drainage systems.

   Archaeological digs refer to systematic excavations conducted to uncover and study artifacts, structures, or human remains of ancient civilizations. These digs play a crucial role in understanding the history and cultural development of past societies.

   In mining, digging involves the extraction of valuable minerals or substances from the earth's crust. This process often requires heavy machinery and expert techniques to reach and extract resources from below the surface.

   Overall, digging encompasses a broad range of activities aimed at manipulating the ground and its contents for a variety of purposes across different fields.

Top Common Misspellings for DIGGING *

• diging 70.2127659%
• diggin 22.3404255%
• dugging 3.1914893%
• diiging 2.1276595%

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Other Common Misspellings for DIGGING

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Etymology of DIGGING

The word digging originated from the Middle English term diggen, which in turn came from the Old English word diguan. It is thought to have derived from the Proto-Germanic word duganan, meaning to hollow out or to dig. This word ultimately traces back to the Proto-Indo-European root word dheugh, which signifies to mold or to form by kneading.

Similar spelling words for DIGGING

• dogging,
• Tagging,
• Diking,
• digenesis,
• drugging,
• diggins,
• digangi,
• Tugging,
• dickinson,
• diagnosis,
• diggings,
• dragging,
• digging up,
• diogenes,
• diesinker,
• diagnosing,
• diagnose,
• dizziness,
• rigging.

Plural form of DIGGING is DIGGINGS

Conjugate verb Digging

CONDITIONAL

I would dig

we would dig

you would dig

he/she/it would dig

they would dig

FUTURE

I will dig

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you will dig

he/she/it will dig

they will dig

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have dug

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PAST

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we dug

you dug

he/she/it dug

they dug

PAST PERFECT

I had dug

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PRESENT

I dig

we dig

you dig

he/she/it digs

they dig

PRESENT PERFECT

I have dug

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you have dug

he/she/it has dug

they have dug

I am digging

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I was digging

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